Homeownership Program | Better Community Housing of Trenton (BCHT)
802 E State St, Trenton, NJ 08606
Eligibility
Open to low income families of 3 or more in the service area, whose income falls below 50% of the Area Median Income. Applicants must do sweat equity, give 100 hours towards rehabbing the home, and take classes on finances and home ownership. Once they move in, new homeowners must donate one day a month for the life of their mortgage.
Required documents
Income tax receipt, recent pay stubs, and payment confirmation from current landlord.
Hours
Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
609-989-4991
Fax·
Fax
609-989-0271
Voice·
Main Phone
Email[email protected]
Application process
Call to schedule an appointment or visit the website to fill out an application
Fees
Installment sale agreement
Service area
Trenton, NJ
Provide families a chance to buy homes funded by grants, donations, and contributions, using donated materials and services to reduce costs. Sell homes below typical low-income housing rates. Apply by phone or download the application. Qualified applicants will be place on a waitlist as homes become available.
Providing organization
Better Community Housing of Trenton (BCHT)
Create safe, quality housing in Trenton that local people can afford to buy and to support community action and development in at-risk urban neighborhoods.