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CPAH Evanston Community Land Trust

Administered by:
Community Partners for Affordable Housing (CPAH)
· Nonprofit · Zero-Interest Loan
Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Permanently affordable home purchase (below-market price; land leased at ~$25/month)
CPAH retains ownership of the land; buyer owns the building. Resale formula keeps the home permanently affordable for future buyers.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Households up to 120% Area Median Income ($143,880 for a family of four in Cook County).
  • First-time buyer required: No
  • Geographic restrictions: CPAH's CLT inventory in Evanston is developed in partnership with the City of Evanston and Evanston Township High School's Geometry in Construction program.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for CPAH Evanston Community Land Trust

Contact Community Partners for Affordable Housing (CPAH) to see current CLT inventory in Evanston and join the interest list. Complete homebuyer education and qualify for a traditional first mortgage on the building purchase price.

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