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Welcome Home Ohio Program (WHO)

The Summit County Land Bank is proud to participate in the Ohio Department of Development's Welcome Home Ohio (WHO) program, offering recently renovated, affordable homes that meet modern building standards and ensure livability.


Ready to Move In?

Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria requirements for the program:

  • Live in the home as your primary residence for a minimum of five (5) years after purchase.

  • Must secure a loan pre-approval prior to purchasing home.

  • Complete one year of financial literacy counseling, either pre-or-post-purchase.

  • Participate in four (4) quarterly follow-up sessions with SCLB program staff in the first year of ownership

  • Certify that your income meets or falls below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI).

Next Steps

Interested in finding your new home through the Welcome Home Ohio program? Browse the Zillow links below and contact the selling agent directly to schedule a viewing and take the first step toward homeownership!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Available Properties


Need help?

If you have questions or need help, our program team is ready to assist you!

Heather Niebauer

Deputy Program Director
(330) 449-0621
hniebauer@summitlandbank.org

Erica Barnes

Program Specialist
(330) 449-0603
ebarnes@summitlandbank.org

Anna Villanova

Program Specialist
(330) 449-0602
avillanova@summitlandbank.org