Eligible families encouraged to apply to own Habitat for Humanity house in Pike County
News. A deserving family will move into the organization’s 40th house in the area.
| 28 Jul 2026 | 04:03
Applications are sought for families seeking to own Habitat for Humanity’s 40th house in Pike County. (
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As it starts to plan to build its 40th house in Pike County for a deserving family, Habitat for Humanity of Pike County announces that it is seeking eligible families to apply to own its next house.
Families must have a minimum income of approximately 30 percent of the Pike County Median Income, which in 2023 was $79,318 and a maximum of approximately 80 percent of this medium income.
Families that fit the eligibility requirements and would like to apply to own a Habitat home, should complete the application that can be found at https://tinyurl.com/9ahu6cwu and return it to Habitat with the requested verification as soon as possible.
Families with questions or need further information, should call the Habitat office at (570) 828-1623.
Prospective new homeowners are selected based on an application and the following eligibility requirements:
1. You must currently be and have been residing or working in Pike County for a period of no less than one year.
2. You must demonstrate a need for housing.
3. You must agree to partner with us by performing a minimum of 200 hours sweat equity towards the building of your home or other related tasks.
4. You must have a total household gross income that falls within the range of 30% to 80% of the local median income, with some adjustments for large families (see chart below); and have the ability to pay a monthly mortgage and escrow payment.