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With a little help we all have the potential to stand on our own.
Strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a Topeka Habitat homeowner. We believe everyone should have a safe, affordable place to call home. To carry out our vision, we partner with individuals and families from application through construction, to the affordable mortgaging of the property to the new owner(s).
By working with us from beginning to end, we can help prospective individuals prepare for the various responsibilities of homeownership, including learning about personal finances, mortgages, maintenance and upkeep of homes, and much more.
Topeka Habitat’s path to home ownership is an important and in-depth process requiring hard work, time and dedication. But this helps ensure the long-term success of Topeka Habitat homeowners.
Topeka Habitat is accepting Homeowner Applications
July 18 - August 16, 2024
Application packets can be picked up at the ReStore, 121 NE Gordon Street, during business hours starting July 18th at 10am and must be returned by August 16th at 4pm. Please ask a staff member for assistance.
Application packets can also be picked up at one of the following information meeting at the Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library. To learn more you can register for one of our 2024 Topeka Habitat Homebuyer Information Meetings:
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Thursday, July 18th, 12:30pm, TSCPL - Marvin 101 A
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Wednesday, July 24th, 5:30pm, TSCPL - Hughes Room
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Saturday, July 27th, 9:30am, TSCPL - Hughes Room
Registration for the info sessions is recommended as space is limited.
2024 Income Guidelines:
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Important: The application deadline is August 16, 2024. Completed application packets must be turned in by 4pm on Friday August 16th to be considered this year. All applicants will be notified by October 1st, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please visit our FAQ document for the most up -to-date information.
How does the process work?
Family selection is a competitive process based on three criteria:
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An ability and willingness to make payments to an affordable zero-interest mortgage.
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A demonstrated need for safe and affordable housing.
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The willingness to partner with our organization; this will include but is not limited to regular meetings with the habitat team, completion of assigned sweat equity hours, home maintenance classes, and financial counseling.
The Homeowner application process is a multi-step comprehensive look at the finances and circumstances of all persons that would reside in the Habitat home.
Homeowner applications are reviewed by the Family Selection Committee and the selection criteria does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, ability, health, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, family status or marital status.
Homeowner selections take place once a year. Applications cannot be submitted for consideration outside of this time, information on how to be notified that we are accepting applications is above.
This is a lengthy process—the time from application to closing on your Habitat home can take from 12 to 24 months.
Families and individuals who applied in the past but were not selected are eligible to reapply.
Topeka Habitat for Humanity does not own any rental dwellings, coordinate temporary/permanent home placements, assist with moving from one dwelling to another, nor act as landlords for mortgage holders.
We're here to help and can answer questions you have about the home ownership program. Please contact us at (785) 234-4322..
How do I learn more about the program?
Homeowner orientation sessions are held once a year. These orientations are not mandatory, but beneficial to help understand the process and commitments of the program.
2024 Homeowner Info Session Flier
If you have additional questions about the process, contact us.
We're here to help and can answer any questions you have about home ownership. Please contact us at (785) 234-4322.
