Other affordable housing programs
Homes within Reach
Homes within Reach is a non-profit Community Land Trust that provides affordable homeownership opportunities by purchasing single-family homes and selling them to qualified first-time homebuyers at a reduced price (average sales price is approximately $140,000). Homes within Reach then retains ownership of the land and leases it to the homeowner for a small fee.
To qualify:
- Must be a first-time homebuyer
- Qualify for a mortgage from a commercial lender
- Meet income qualifications
To learn more about the Homes within Reach program or to find out how to apply, contact them at 952.401.7071 or visit homeswithinreach.org.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit agency that provides homeownership opportunities. Homeowners contribute to the cost of their home through sweat-equity hours and through a no-interest mortgage. Interested households must complete an application and a homebuyers’ education class.
For more information on Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity or to find out how to apply, contact them at 612.331.4090 or visit tchabitat.org.
