Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County Homeownership Program
Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County Homeownership Program is a first mortgage for homebuyers in Owensboro, Kentucky, administered by Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County.
The program asks for
- The home is occupied as a primary residence
- A completed homebuyer education course
- Minimum 350 hours sweat equity. Selection by need, willingness to partner, ability to repay. AMI income-limit percentage not published - call (270) 926-6110.
- A home in Daviess County
It doesn’t cover
- Manufactured homes
- Homes outside Daviess 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.
Where it applies
Daviess County’s homesDaviess County’s homes, and the ones this program accepts
- 75% single-familysingle-family
- 1.5% townhousetownhouse
- 8.1% 2–4 units2–4 units
- 9.9% 5+ unitscondo & apartment buildings (5+ units)
- 5.5% 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.
$199,900
Daviess County median home value
54.8%
built before 1980
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year. More about buying in Daviess 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 Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County 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 Owensboro-Daviess County Homeownership Program?
Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County Homeownership Program is a first mortgage for homebuyers in Owensboro, Kentucky, administered by Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County. Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County (founded 1988) provides affordable homeownership via a 0% interest mortgage to income-qualified families in Daviess County. Partner families are selected by need, willingness to partner (350+ sweat-equity hours), and ability to repay an affordable mortgage. 0% interest mortgage. No cash down payment - sweat equity in lieu. Affordable payment proportionate to income. Homeownership classes and counseling.
Do you have to pay it back?
Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County Homeownership Program is a first mortgage and is repaid under the terms set by Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County. The assistance is recorded in First position. 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 Owensboro-Daviess County Homeownership Program is open to homebuyers who will live in the home as their primary residence. A homebuyer education course is required. Minimum 350 hours sweat equity. Selection by need, willingness to partner, ability to repay. AMI income-limit percentage not published - call (270) 926-6110.
What are the income limits?
Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County Homeownership Program sets its income limit as follows: Eligibility based on percentage of AMI; families must demonstrate financial need. Specific AMI thresholds not published - contact affiliate for current limits by household size. The limit applies to total household income, not only the borrower’s. 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 Owensboro-Daviess County Homeownership Program can be used for Single Family. New construction is eligible. Manufactured homes are not eligible.
Where does it apply?
Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County Homeownership Program serves homebuyers purchasing in Owensboro, Kentucky.
How do you apply?
Applications for Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County Homeownership Program go through Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County, 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 Daviess County homebuyersOther programs open to Daviess County homebuyers
- Welcome Home Program (FHLB Cincinnati)Up to $10,000
- KHC Affordable Down Payment Assistance Program (Affordable DAP)Up to $6,000
- Community Ventures Rural Homeownership Assistance Program (RHAP)Assistance
Whether two programs can be combined is up to each agency. Ask before you apply.
All 72 programs for Daviess CountyProgram terms are set by Habitat for Humanity of Owensboro-Daviess County and can change; confirm on the official site before you apply.