An influx of working families is essential to economic and community viability in Washington County, Maine. With one of the oldest populations in the U.S. and ongoing out-migration, trends are deeply concerning. Yet solid employment prospects are on the rise.
Affordable housing, family connections and, ultimately, home ownership are vital factors in long-term settlement in rural Maine
The goal of Welcome Home Downeast is to rent quality, affordable homes to families that desire to relocate permanently to Washington County; with a goal of selling the homes to the families within 5 years.
Families applying to this program should have a strong interest in home ownership.