Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming Homeownership Program
Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming Homeownership Program is a first mortgage for homebuyers in Casper, Wyoming, administered by Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming.
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
- Residency: Lived or worked in Natrona County 1+ year
- 150 hours sweat equity; $500 cash down payment before closing; lived/worked in Natrona County 1+ year; applications accepted only during the annual July cycle. Income-limit dollars in the published PDF.
- A home in Natrona County
It doesn’t cover
- Homes outside Natrona 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
Natrona County’s homesNatrona County’s homes, and the ones this program accepts
- 71.3% single-familysingle-family
- 3% townhousetownhouse
- 3.7% 2–4 units2–4 units
- 13.3% 5+ unitscondo & apartment buildings (5+ units)
- 8.7% 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.
$273,000
Natrona County median home value
55%
built before 1980
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year. More about buying in Natrona 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, The Heart of Wyoming 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, The Heart of Wyoming Homeownership Program?
Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming Homeownership Program is a first mortgage for homebuyers in Casper, Wyoming, administered by Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming. A no-interest mortgage homeownership program for income-qualified Natrona County households. Homes are built by volunteers and sold with a no-profit, no-interest loan. Applicants are evaluated on ability to repay, housing need, and willingness to partner; the annual application cycle runs each July. No-interest, no-profit mortgage on a Habitat-built home.
Do you have to pay it back?
Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming Homeownership Program is a first mortgage and is repaid under the terms set by Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming. 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, The Heart of Wyoming Homeownership Program 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. Residency requirement: Lived or worked in Natrona County 1+ year. 150 hours sweat equity; $500 cash down payment before closing; lived/worked in Natrona County 1+ year; applications accepted only during the annual July cycle. Income-limit dollars in the published PDF.
What are the income limits?
Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming Homeownership Program sets its income limit as follows: Income guidelines published annually (see Income Guidelines PDF); must meet financial qualifications. 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, The Heart of Wyoming Homeownership Program can be used for Single Family. New construction is eligible.
Where does it apply?
Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming Homeownership Program serves homebuyers purchasing in Casper, Wyoming.
How do you apply?
Applications for Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming Homeownership Program go through Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming, 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 Natrona County homebuyersOther programs open to Natrona County homebuyers
- FHLBank Des Moines Native American Homeownership Initiative (NAHI)Up to $25,000
- FHLBank Des Moines Home$tart Down Payment ProgramUp to $15,000
- WCDA Amortizing DPA Loan ProductUp to $15,000
Whether two programs can be combined is up to each agency. Ask before you apply.
All 77 programs for Natrona CountyProgram terms are set by Habitat for Humanity, The Heart of Wyoming and can change; confirm on the official site before you apply.