William Street, Richmond - Progressive Home Ownership

• Mix of 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes
• Private outdoor space
• Communal pocket playground for children
• 1 parking space per home
• Completion expected in late 2026
  

To attend the upcoming Information Evening please complete the Expression of Interest form, linked below.

Habitat for Humanity Nelson is in the process of building a ten-home development in Richmond, Tasman. The homes are part of our rent-to-buy programme. Partner families will be selected in late 2026 following an application process. The eligibility criteria for applying is listed on the following page. This list is a guideline for your application to progress to acceptance.

Progressive Home Ownership is a rent-to-buy programme. Habitat partners with families on a pathway from renting their home to completing the purchase after five years.

• Gross household income approx $100,000 to $150,000
• Priority given to applicants with children
• Initial renting period of 4 to 5 years
• Rent, minus costs, counts towards a deposit
• Habitat deducts costs over the tenancy period including property rates, insurance, maintenance and interest
• After 5 years, the family can purchase the house outright, or enter a Long Term Sale & Purchase Agreement with Habitat
• Final sales price fixed at ‘Year 1’ value 375 hours of ‘sweat equity’ is a programme requirement, to be completed during the tenancy period and will include attending financial training workshops and volunteer work with Habitat.
  
  Additional queries, please email:
  nelsonapplications@habitat.org.nz