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Own A Home

Is Habitat homeownership right for you? Becoming a Habitat homeowner is both a privilege and a responsibility. Each of our families meets established criteria and invests 250 to 500 hours of 'sweat equity' on the construction of their home. To learn more about how to become a DuPage Habitat homeowner, review the requirements, then attend one of our Homeowner Information Sessions.

Habitat Homeowners...

• Earn incomes sufficient to pay their interest-free, 30-year mortgage to DuPage Habitat
• Strengthen the local community by paying property taxes and utilities in addition to spending disposable income locally
• Invest 250 'sweat equity' hours building their neighbors' homes, their own home and participating in finance, budgeting and basic home repair classes
• Work for local employers in essential service-related industries and positions
• Are covenant-required to keep their homes maintained and in good condition
• May not rent their homes thus ensuring a safer, owner-occupied neighborhood
• Participate in a shared equity appreciation.

Learn more about some of our partner families.

Did you previously apply but did not meet the criteria to become a partner family? Families are welcome to re-apply to the program if they feel their situation has improved. Returning families should attend any of the upcoming information sessions to obtain application details.