Qualifying to Buy a Habitat Home


Families must meet the following criteria in order to qualify for the Habitat for Humanity program:


Resident Status- Homeowners must be a United States citizen or permanent legal resident.

First-Time Home Buyer-
Must NOT have owned a home in the past three years.


Need- Currently living in sub-standard, subsidized, overcrowded or unaffordable housing.


Willingness to Partner- Must contribute 500 hours of  "sweat equity" (300 for single-parent households) before moving into your home.


Ability to Pay- Must meet income requirements and be able to make monthly payments between $650-800 on a zero-interest mortgage.


Ready to Apply?


If you meet our guidelines and would like to apply to become a homeowner, please join us for an application information meeting.