Homeownership Program | Better Community Housing of Trenton (BCHT)
Resource Name:Homeownership Program | Better Community Housing of Trenton (BCHT)
address
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 rehabilitating 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, 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
Application process
Call to schedule an appointment or visit the website to fill out an application to be place on a waitlist.
Fees
Installment sale agreement
Service area
Trenton, NJ
Provides families a chance to buy homes funded by grants, donations, and contributions, using donated materials and services to reduce costs. Homes are priced below typical low-income housing rates.