Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland Homeownership Program

Administered by: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland · Nonprofit · Deferred Loan

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Affordable mortgage to purchase a Habitat-built home (Deferred Loan)

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Household income between 35% and 80% of the Area Median Income for the Portland metro area; minimum combined annual gross income of $39,600
  • First-time buyer required: Yes — Must be a first-time homebuyer or have not owned a home in the past 3 years.
  • Geographic restrictions: Cumberland County, Maine
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland Homeownership Program

Step 1: Contact Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland at (207) 772-2151 or visit their office at 659 Warren Ave, Portland, ME 04101. Applicants help build their own homes and purchase them with affordable mortgages.

Notes

Founded in 1985, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland has built over 90 homes in Cumberland County. Homebuyers contribute sweat equity by helping build their homes.

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