Interested in checking your eligibility for a City of Bridges Community Land Trust home? It only takes a few minutes to get started.

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No credit check today, and we never ask for your Social Security number or other sensitive information at this stage. Have questions about applying? Chat with us at 412-621-1811.

Am I eligible?

Together, with our neighbors and partners, we build community ownership that preserves permanent affordability and empowers individuals. We prioritize low-to-moderate income Pittsburghers, whose income is currently less than 80% of area median income (AMI) for their household size.

  • Eligibility is based on your gross income, before taxes.
  • Household size counts everyone who lives in the home 50% of the time or more.
  • Our lenders require a credit score of 620 or higher.
  • Ideally you have enough savings for down payment, closing costs, earnest money, etc. — without depleting your savings entirely.
  • Assistance programs can often help fill these gaps!

What are the income limits?

These are the maximum gross annual incomes to qualify for our 2026/27 programs, by household size.

2026 income eligibility limits by household size for Allegheny County: 1 person $61,850; 2 people $70,650; 3 people $79,500; 4 people $88,300; 5 people $95,400. Maximum annual income before taxes to qualify for City of Bridges programs in 2026/27; HUD income guidelines updated May 2026.

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Prefer to talk first? Have a confidential conversation with us at 412-621-1811 ext. 110 about your needs and how we can work with your circumstances to help you succeed.