Monday March 2nd, 2026
Shared equity is one of the most effective tools Vermont has for keeping homes affordable for generations.🏠
Our new blog breaks down how the model works and why it matters.
Read more: www.homemattershere.org/what-shared-equity-really-means-and-why-it-works/
#sharedequityvt #neighborworksvt #affordablehomeownership #downpaymentassistance
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Friday February 27th, 2026
One-bedroom, two-bedroom, and single room apartments available to rent now in Putney and Brattleboro!
These apartments are non-subsidized, prospective residents must have income to sustain rent or a housing voucher. If you have questions about income limits, something else, or want to apply, please reach out to Morgan at mgero@homemattershere.org printed applications are available at our office.
Would you like to receive notifications of apartment openings directly to your inbox? Sign up for notifications by selected town preference on our website here: www.homemattershere.org/how-to-apply/
Details for private room in shared living building 804 Western Ave, West Brattleboro “Birge Worden Housing”:
• Accessible first floor private room with shared kitchen and living space
• Rent: $474/month
• Includes: Heat, hot water, on-site laundry, parking for 1
• Upper income limit is 50% AMI ($36,300 for one individual annually)
Apartment Details for 25 Homestead Place, Brattleboro “Oak and Homestead Housing”:
• 1-Bedroom
• Rent: $1,025/month
• Includes: Heat, hot water, on-site laundry, parking for 1
• Upper income limit is 50% AMI ($36,300 for one individual annually, $41,500 for two-person household)
Apartment Details for The Victoria, 13 Canal “PE3 Housing”:
• 2-Bedroom (third floor)
• Rent: $1,102/month
• Includes: Heat, hot water, on-site laundry
• Upper income limit is 50% AMI ($41,500 for family of 2 annually, $46,650 for family of 3)
• This is a downtown building with no parking lot
Apartment Details for 27 Old Depot Rd, Putney “PE2 Housing”:
• 1-Bedroom (second floor)
• Rent: $1,066/month
• Includes: Heat, hot water, on-site laundry, parking for one
• Upper income limit is 60% AMI ($43,560 for one individual annually, $49,800)
Important Application Information:
When submitting your application, make sure it is fully completed, includes the property you're applying for, and all the supporting documentation for income and assets. For a complete application example and video tutorial visit our website: www.homemattershere.org/how-to-apply/
How to submit an application-
• Mail/walk in- 68 Birge Street Brattleboro, VT 05301
• Email- mgero@homemattershere.org
• Fax- 802-254-4656
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Monday February 23rd, 2026
Education builds confidence 💪
What’s one simple thing you do each day, week, or month to save money or stay on track with your budget? A tip, a habit, a mindset shift… big or small, they all count.
Our Homeownership Specialists can help you walk through your budget and find ways to not track your budget but build your credit at the same time. Sign up for March's class held in White River Junction at the Bugbee Senior Center and on zoom. Let's get started!
#NeighborWorksVT #FinancialWellness #homeownership #downpaymentassistance
www.homemattershere.org/how-to-buy-a-home/
📸- Megan and her sweet pup. @justinaltmanphotography
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Wednesday February 18th, 2026
We're always proud to see our team members named Emerging Leaders! Ana was named in the 2025 cohort of the Emerging Leaders and leads our Homebuyer Education workshops and supports new homeowners as they work towards closing. Her work is guided by a commitment to creating spaces where people of the global majority are seen, heard, validated, and supported in rooting themselves wherever they so choose. Congratulations again, Ana and we can't wait to see this year's cohort of outstanding leaders!
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Tuesday February 17th, 2026
Now accepting applications for Alice Holway Drive in Putney. New construction scheduled to complete in June. Find the listing here: www.homemattershere.org/properties-2/115-wwht-alice-holway-drive/
You can access paper applications at our office 68 Birge Street, Brattleboro, and at Putney Cares, Putney Town Office, Putney Food Shelf, The Sweet Spot Cafe (Putney), and the Putney Diner. Please watch the application tutorial linked on the listing site to ensure your application is complete.
What to expect:
• Income eligibility ranges are broad, don’t count yourself out! View the chart below. Eligibility goes up to 100% area median income, if your annual income falls under the 50% numbers ($36,300 for an individual in annual income), you qualify for the subsidized units. Beginning February 17th, please contact (802)254-6071 (this will be Brattleboro Housing Partnership as they administer voucher programs)
• 25 apartments all beginning leasing process. 1- and 2-bedroom apartments in two buildings. On-site laundry, community room, backyard space for outdoor gathering, walkable connection to downtown amenities, and direct access to public transportation.
• Non-subsidized units have rent set from $961-$1,539 /month
o All rents includes utilities: heat, hot water, electric, A/C
• Applications require: income verification, references, and background checks. Please watch this tutorial to make sure you’ve filled in everything necessary. Applications are processed first-come, first serve, only fully completed applications can be processed.
• Once you’re are approved and commit to moving in, we will ask for a $100 deposit within 48 hours of approval to secure your spot. This will go towards your security deposit once you move in.
• Construction is ongoing. The first building is set to complete in June, the second in July with immediate move-ins for approved applicants.
How to submit your application:
• Mail/walk in- 68 Birge Street Brattleboro, VT 05301
• Email- mgero@homemattershere.org
• Fax- 802-254-4656
There's a lot of interest, please give 24-48 hours for response time from leasing. Thank you!
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