Housing Application
One step closer to your dream of homeownership!
We appreciate your interest in our Homeownership Program!
At this time, we are NOT accepting new applications.
Our online application is closed at this time, but don’t let that stop you from moving forward on your journey to homeownership! We encourage you to check back regularly for updates on when the application will reopen. In the meantime, take this opportunity to prepare by gathering necessary documents, improving financial readiness, and exploring community resources like MCOP and other local programs that offer financial guidance.
Have questions? View the requirements below to ensure you’re ready when the application becomes available again.
Income guidelines:
*All households must meet these guidelines*
Urban & Suburban Areas
The minimum annual household income required for this program is $34,000.00
Rural Areas
The minimum annual household income required for this program is $30,000.00
Required
Application Documents:
The documents listed below must be submitted with your application.
- One month of your most recent pay stubs
- Most recent bank statement for all checking and savings accounts
- Most recent W-2 or 1099 AND your most recent federal tax return
- Retirement account monthly statement (if applicable)
- Child support documentation (if applicable)
- Social Security or Disability Benefits award letter (if applicable)
- Please provide a personal letter introducing yourself and your family. This letter should describe your current housing situation, your specific housing needs, and how Habitat can make a difference in your life.
Your application cannot be reviewed until all required documentation is received. Incomplete applications will be returned to you.
Sweat Equity
Each adult will volunteer 200 hours with Habitat Monroe. 100 of these hours will be completed on the construction site.
Education
You will participate in a series of workshops hosted by Habitat for Humanity. Topics include home maintenance, personal finance, and budgeting.
Savings
Save $1,000 by opening a savings account and contribute a minimum of $25/month.
How to submit your application:
Please complete the application as thoroughly and accurately as possible.
All information provided will remain confidential in accordance with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act.
At Habitat, we equip you with the coaching and tools needed to prepare for homeownership. If you do not qualify for our Homeownership Program due to credit challenges, we can connect you with other community programs that provide financial guidance and resources to help you move forward.
Have questions about the details of the program? Visit the Qualification page.
We are committed to upholding the principles of Fair Housing—It’s Your Right! In line with U.S. policy, we actively support equal housing opportunities for all. Our marketing and advertising efforts ensure that no barriers stand in the way of securing housing based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin.
Option 1: Print and Fill Out
1. Download the application here.
2. Fill it in
3. Submit it by mail, email, or fax:
14930 LaPlaisance Rd., Ste 111
Monroe, MI 48161
Fax to 734-243-5770
Our online application is closed at this time!
Option 2: Apply Online
Scroll down to complete the online application.
This application cannot be saved.
Please ensure that you have all the information on hand before completed and that all required documents are saved as PDF’s and ready to upload prior to starting the application. The estimated time to complete the application is around 30 minutes.
