Habitat for Humanity of Broward County
Habitat for Humanity of Broward County is a grant for homebuyers in Broward County, Florida.
The program asks for
- First-time homebuyer — the program sets its own definition
- The home is occupied as a primary residence
- A completed homebuyer education course
- 300 hours sweat equity required. 18-24 month process. Must demonstrate need, ability to pay, and willingness to partner.
- A home in Broward County
It doesn’t cover
- Households above 60% of area median income
- Homes outside Broward County
These are the program's own published rules, not a decision about any individual — the administering agency and a lender determine who actually qualifies.
Income limit
60% of Broward County’s area median income
HUD sets the area median income each year. The limit changes with household size, so a family of five has a higher limit than a single homebuyer.
Where it applies
Broward County’s homesBroward County’s homes, and the ones this program accepts
- 40% single-familysingle-family
- 8.6% townhousetownhouse
- 7.2% 2–4 units2–4 units
- 41.4% 5+ unitscondo & apartment buildings (5+ units)
- 2.7% mobile & othermobile home & other
A tick marks a kind of home the program’s record lists. The agency confirms it for the home you choose.
$414,600
Broward County median home value
50%
built before 1980
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year. More about buying in Broward County
How to apply
How to applyThree steps, in this order
Take a homebuyer education course
Required by the program before funds are reserved.
Contact the administering agency to reserve funds
Funds are reserved with the provider and are subject to availability.
Work with a lender who handles the program
Hey Prescott is not a lender and does not accept applications; this page describes the program so a homebuyer can take it to a lender or housing counselor.
Questions about this program
What is Habitat for Humanity of Broward County?
Habitat for Humanity of Broward County is a grant for homebuyers in Broward County, Florida. Habitat for Humanity of Broward builds and sells affordable homes to eligible low-income families. No traditional down payment — buyers contribute sweat equity (300 hours) instead. Monthly mortgage set at ≤30% of income at 0% or very low interest. Funding comes from Nonprofit.
Do you have to pay it back?
Habitat for Humanity of Broward County is structured as a grant, so it is not repaid. Forgiveness and repayment terms are set by the program and can change — confirm them on the official program page before applying.
Who qualifies?
Habitat for Humanity of Broward County is open to first-time homebuyers and homebuyers who will live in the home as their primary residence. "First-time homebuyer" usually means not having owned a home in the last three years, but the program sets its own definition. A homebuyer education course is required. 300 hours sweat equity required. 18-24 month process. Must demonstrate need, ability to pay, and willingness to partner.
What are the income limits?
Habitat for Humanity of Broward County limits household income to 60% of the area median income, which varies by county and household size. Income generally 25%-60% AMI for Broward County. Area median income figures are published by HUD and updated annually, so check the current table for the county before relying on a number.
What kind of home can it be used for?
Habitat for Humanity of Broward County can be used for Single Family and Townhouse.
Where does it apply?
Habitat for Humanity of Broward County serves homebuyers purchasing in Broward County, Florida.
How do you apply?
Applications for Habitat for Humanity of Broward County go through the administering agency, which publishes the current terms and the application steps on its own site. Hey Prescott is not a lender and does not accept applications; this page describes the program so a homebuyer can take it to a lender or housing counselor.
Also for Broward County homebuyersOther programs open to Broward County homebuyers
- Broward County Homebuyer Purchase Assistance (HPA) ProgramDeferred
- Florida Hometown HeroesUp to $35,000
- Salute Our Soldiers Military Loan ProgramUp to $35,000
Whether two programs can be combined is up to each agency. Ask before you apply.
All 86 programs for Broward CountyProgram terms are set by the administering agency and can change; confirm on the official site before you apply.