Pioneer Valley Habitat for Humanity Homeownership Program
Funding status: Active
How much assistance
Affordable mortgage with payments not exceeding 30% of monthly income (Zero-Interest Loan)
Eligibility
- Income limits: Household income between 30-60% of Area Median Income for Hampshire County
- First-time buyer required: Yes — At least one applicant must not have owned a home in the past 3 years.
- Geographic restrictions: Serves communities in Hampshire and Franklin Counties including Amherst, Northampton, and surrounding towns.
- Homebuyer education required: Yes
How to Apply for Pioneer Valley Habitat for Humanity Homeownership Program
Step 1: Visit pvhabitat.org to check for open application periods. Applicants must complete homebuyer education and contribute sweat equity hours on Habitat builds.
Notes
Pioneer Valley Habitat for Humanity has partnered with the Amherst Community Land Trust to build affordable housing in Amherst. Construction includes duplexes on community land trust properties.