Administrative Office
46660 Van Dyke Avenue, Shelby Township, MI 48317
586-263-1540
info@macombhabitat.org
www.macombhabitat.org
Home Buyer Program
Macomb Habitat builds homes and sells them to qualified first-time homebuyers through a 25-year mortgage. Families receive homebuyer education. Applicants contribute a small down payment, monthly mortgage payments, and 250 hours of time by helping build their own home and supporting other Habitat projects.
Program Requirements
Willingness to Partner: U.S. legal residency, 250 volunteer hours, attendance at homeowner and financial literacy classes.
Ability to Pay: Minimum income of $33,350 (for a single person, higher for larger households), credit score of 630+, debt-to-income ratio under 40%, and no bankruptcy, foreclosure, delinquent student loans/child support, or open liens/judgments.
Need for Housing: Demonstrated housing need (evaluated by Habitat).
For more information and to apply, visit the program website.
As of Sept 27, 2025, the Critical Home Repairs program waitlist is currently paused. Check the website for updates.