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South Portland Homeownership Applications
Applications for homeownership in South Portland are now available. These homes are:
- brand new and energy-efficient
- 2 to 3 bedrooms, 1-1.5 baths
Applications are due Monday, September 23 at 4PM!
Do you qualify?
The three basic qualifications to own a home with Habitat are: ability to pay a mortgage, willingness to partner, and a need for housing. Click the button below for full qualification details.
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The application and selection process
- Obtain an application: Applications for South Portland are available September 3 and due September 23 at 4PM.
- Primary Review: Habitat staff will review your application to ensure it is complete and that you meet our income requirements.
- Applications Reviewed by Bank: Applications are reviewed by the bank for financial readiness. During this time, the bank will reach out to you to request additional documents like pay stubs and tax returns.
Depending on the number of applications received, this part of the process can take a few weeks.
The bank will recommend applicants who can afford a monthly mortgage payment. - Interviews: Applicants approved by the bank will be reviewed by our Family Services Committee. Those selected to move forward will meet with staff and committee members. This may be followed by a home visit with your family to see your living conditions.
- Selection: Two applicants will then be chosen after deliberation from Habitat staff and volunteers. You will be notified if you were not selected. Those who were not selected are welcome to apply for the next round of homeownership.
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How to get an application
Once applications are available on September 3, you can get them in any of the following ways:
- Download an application and print it at home. Print single-sided!
- Pick up an application at the Habitat administrative office or ReStore, both located at 659 Warren Ave., Portland
- Office Pickup Hours
- Monday through Thursday, 7:30AM-4PM
- ReStore Pickup Hours
- Friday and Saturday, 10AM-5PM
- Office Pickup Hours
- Request a mailed application by filling out the form below. Note that we will stop mailing applications 7 days before the September 23 deadline.
How to submit your application
Applications may be dropped off or mailed to the Habitat office or ReStore in Portland by 4PM on Monday, September 23.
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Application & Resources
Homeownership Application (PRINT SINGLE SIDED)
How to calculate your debt to income ratio
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Questions?
Please reach out to Director of Family Services, Molly Lajoie, with any questions. We are here to help you!
molly@habitatme.org
207-772-2151 x 104