Lafayette Habitat for Humanity

Administered by: Lafayette Habitat for Humanity · Nonprofit · Zero-Interest Loan

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Affordable home (average cost $75,000-$85,000) with a zero-interest mortgage and monthly payments of $350-$500 (Zero-Interest Loan)

Zero-interest mortgage with affordable monthly payments of $350-$500 including principal, taxes, and insurance.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Must meet Habitat income guidelines for Lafayette Parish.
  • First-time buyer required: No
  • Geographic restrictions: Lafayette Parish and south Louisiana.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for Lafayette Habitat for Humanity

Step 1: Contact Lafayette Habitat for Humanity at 337-261-5041 or visit habitatlafayette.org. Must demonstrate housing need, ability to pay an affordable mortgage, and willingness to complete 200+ hours of sweat equity and financial education programs.

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Notes

Not a traditional DPA program. Habitat builds 3-4 bedroom, 1,100-1,200 sq ft homes and sells them at cost with zero-interest mortgages. Since 1992, LHFH has built and rehabilitated nearly 150 homes in south Louisiana. Monthly payments are roughly $350-$500.

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