A unique opportunity exists for those interested in buying a home in Saint Paul. Homes rehabilitated through the Neighborhood Stabilization Program are affordable and energy efficient, which translates to lower operating costs over the course of owning the home.

Buying a home is a huge responsibility, but now is a great time if you’re ready and have all the information needed to make the right decisions. Saint Paul has made purchasing a home even easier by offering fully rehabilitated homes in great neighborhoods and financial assistance options.

The Odd Couple Team has a preferred partnership with the Inspiring Communities program.

View our current eligible listings.

Eligibility

Home buyers are required to complete an eight hour pre-purchase workshop through a HUD approved counseling agency. Certificates may not be more than 12 months old at the time of closing. Buyer must occupy the home as their principal residence.

Buyers must be at or below 120% of area median income (see chart) at the time of closing.

Neighborhoods

Sunray-Battlecreek/Highwood (District 1)
http://www.district1council.org/

Greater East Side (District 2)
http://www.district2council.org/

West Side (District 3)
http://www.wsco.org/index.cfm?pageID=17

Dayton’s Bluff (District 4)
http://www.daytonsbluff.org/

Payne-Phalen (District 5)
http://www.neighborhoodlink.com/PaynePhalen_District_5_Planning/home

North End (District 6)
http://www.neighborhoodlink.com/District_6_Planning/home

Thomas-Dale Frogtown Neighborhood Association (District 7)
http://www.frogtownmn.org/

Summit-University (District 8)
http://summit-u.com/

West 7th/Fort Road Federation (District 9)
http://www.fortroadfederation.org/

For more information, visit www.stpaulcommunities.com.

CityLiving Program

Certain properties are also eligible for the CityLiving program. Learn more at www.cityliving.org.