Habitat for Humanity St. Tammany West Homeownership Program

Administered by: Habitat for Humanity St. Tammany West · Nonprofit · Zero-Interest Loan

Funding status: Active — applications accepted periodically

How much assistance

Affordable income-based mortgage payments (Zero-Interest Loan)

Income-based affordable mortgage payments with sweat equity partnership required

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Income guidelines based on household size and Area Median Income
  • First-time buyer required: No
  • Geographic restrictions: Western St. Tammany Parish, Tangipahoa Parish, and Washington Parish
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for Habitat for Humanity St. Tammany West Homeownership Program

Step 1: Contact the Homeownership Center at (985) 893-3172 ext 246 for information.

Step 2: Download and complete the Personal Profile Form and Initial Budget Form from habitatstw.org.

Step 3: Call to schedule an appointment to review your application.

Step 4: If you meet initial criteria, attend homebuyer education classes.

Step 5: Complete the full application process and interview.

Step 6: If selected, fulfill sweat equity hours and work with Habitat through the home-building process.

Visit program website

Notes

Builds affordable homes and provides homeownership education across western St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, and Washington parishes. Operates the St. Tammany Homeownership Center (STHOC), the only HUD-approved Local Housing Counseling Agency in the region, offering pre-purchase counseling, financial education, and post-purchase support. Contact the Homeownership Center at (985) 893-3172 ext 246.

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