Navigating the Housing Crisis: Immigrants in Aurora, Colorado, Face Mounting Challenges Amid Federal Policies

Aurora, Colorado, has long been a refuge for immigrants pursuing the American dream. With its vibrant cultural diversity, promising job markets, and once-relatively affordable housing, it became a destination for many seeking new beginnings. But that promise is fading. As housing costs rise and federal policies intensify uncertainty, immigrants—especially the undocumented or those seeking asylum—face steep challenges in securing safe, dignified, and affordable housing. The fallout doesn’t stop at the doorstep; the ripple effects of these challenges are felt across the entire Aurora community.