Homeownership

Affordable Homeownership with Habitat for Humanity in Wenatchee, WAHabitat for Humanity of the Greater Wenatchee Area helps local individuals and families build strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable homeownership.
Habitat is built on the idea of offering a hand up, not a handout. We partner with qualified applicants who are ready to take an active role in the homeownership process and work toward a stable future.
Through Habitat’s homeownership program, selected applicants may complete education, participate in Habitat activities, and work alongside volunteers and community partners as they prepare for homeownership.
What is Habitat for Humanity?Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Wenatchee Area is part of Habitat for Humanity International. Our mission is to bring people together to build homes, communities, and hope.
We support local affordable housing by partnering with families, volunteers, donors, sponsors, and community partners to help create safe, stable homeownership opportunities in Wenatchee and the Greater Wenatchee Area.
Family Selection ProcessThe journey to homeownership begins with the Family Selection Process.
Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Wenatchee Area accepts homeownership applications during specific application periods. Our Family Selection Committee helps provide applications, answer questions, review materials, and meet with applicants during the process.
How Can I Qualify?Applicants are reviewed based on three main criteria:
Need for Housing
Applicants must show a need for safe, decent, and affordable housing.
Ability to Pay
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to make affordable monthly housing payments based on Habitat’s program guidelines.
Willingness to Partner
Applicants must be willing to actively participate in the Habitat program, which may include education, volunteer hours, events, meetings, and other program requirements.
Contract ManagementHomes are sold to qualified applicants through Habitat’s affordable homeownership program. Payments made through the program help support Habitat’s mission and future affordable housing opportunities for local families.

How do I apply for Habitat for Humanity housing in Wenatchee?

​Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Wenatchee Area accepts applications during specific application periods. Interested applicants should contact Habitat directly or visit the Homeownership page for current information.

​What are the main qualifications for Habitat homeownership?

Applicants are reviewed based on need for housing, ability to pay, and willingness to partner with Habitat throughout the homeownership process.

​Does Habitat for Humanity give away free homes?

No. Habitat for Humanity does not give away free homes. Habitat partners with qualified applicants to create affordable homeownership opportunities.

​What does “willingness to partner” mean?

Willingness to partner means applicants are ready to participate in the Habitat program, complete required steps, and stay engaged throughout the homeownership process.