Habitat for Humanity Northwest Harris County makes homeownership affordable for families. To apply and qualify to become a Habitat partner family you must meet certain requirements.

Habitat Homeowner Qualifications

-You must be a US citizen or permanent resident

-You must be able to afford monthly payments of $700-$750 and a one time escrow (taxes and insurance) payment of $700.

-You are willing to complete 350 hours of sweat equity, where you work on your own home and your neighbor’s homes

-You must have an acceptable credit history and score above 500.

-You must fall within 40%-60% of the Harris County low income guidelines for a family of your size. Currently the minimum income/year requirement is $18,000 for a family of 1.

Please see the below chart for further explaination:

Household Size  Minimum – Maximum income

1 person  $18,000 – $27,000

2 people  $20,560 – $30,840

3 people  $23,120 – $34,680

4 people  $25,680 – $38,520

5 people  $27,760 – $41,640

6 people  $39,800 – $44,700

7 people  $31,880 – $47,820

8 people  $33,920 – $50,880

-The housing you live in now is at least one of the following:

• Overcrowded
• Poorly maintained (substandard)
• In a dangerous neighborhood
• Live with family, or friends, or in a long term shelter

How To Apply

If you meet the qualifications and would like to learn more, please plan to attend our next Orientation Session for prospective homeowners:

You MUST attend an Orientation Meeting in order to apply for a Habitat Home

To receive information about the next orientation session by mail, please contact the office at 281-477-0460.