Homeownership Program | Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity
95 University Avenue, Suite 1, Des Moines, IA 50314
Jasper County Habitat for Humanity
Eligibility
Open to families with 30 and 80 percent of area median income, depending on their family size, have a need for affordable housing (inadequate space for family size, unsafe conditions, etc.), must be willing to partner with Habitat through the completion of sweat equity hours and purchasing their home, other qualifications apply
Required documents
Individuals will be notified on what to bring after application is submitted and approved
(515) 471-8686
Voice·
Main Phone
Email[email protected]
Application process
Call, or visit website to submit an application
Fees
Fees for pulling credit reports, closing costs, and other possible costs, call for more information
Service area
Polk County, IA
Jasper County, IA
Dallas County, IA
Brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Qualified families apply for partnership with Habitat based on three criteria: need for housing, ability to pay, and willingness to partner. Through the program, participants receive financial and homeowner education, one-on-one guidance through the process, and complete program requirements. After completing program requirements, families purchase their home with an affordable mortgage.
**Does not offer emergency housing, financial assistance with rent, mortgage or rental housing options.
Last Assured
12/01/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity
Helps low-income residents of Polk, Dallas, and Jasper counties become first-time homeowners, secure the repairs they need to remain in the home they already own, or move closer to homeownership through counseling and education.