The Plains
Welcome to The Plains
Knoxville Habitat for Humanity’s Newest Neighborhood
The Plains is Knoxville Habitat for Humanity’s latest neighborhood, offering families the opportunity to build a bright future through affordable homeownership. Located in the scenic Strawberry Plains community off Asheville Highway, this quiet residential area offers both convenience and comfort, with Carter Elementary School just a mile away—ideal for families with young children.
Home Features
The Plains is designed with family growth and community in mind. Each home is a spacious two-story twin home that shares one wall with a neighboring unit, ensuring privacy while fostering community connection. These homes feature:
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
Nearly 1,500 square feet of living space
A garage and a porch (not included in total square footage
This design balances functionality with comfort, providing room for family activities, storage, and outdoor relaxation.
How do I qualify?
If you’re interested in purchasing a home in The Plains, Knoxville Habitat for Humanity offers a First-Time Homebuyer Program that requires applicants to meet specific criteria:
In Need of Housing
Promoting safe and affordable housing is at the heart of KHFH mission.
Prospective homeowners must demonstrate a need for housing, which could include but not limited to:
- Dealing with rental costs exceeding 30% of monthly household income
- Living in overcrowded conditions
- Facing unsafe or unhealthy living conditions
Willing to partner with Habitat
To qualify, each family is expected to invest a minimum of 300 hours in sweat equity. This partnership involves:
- Participating in the construction of your home
- Contributing to the construction of other homes or working at Habitat’s ReStore
- Attending weekly budgeting and other preparedness workshops
Financially Ready for Homeownership
To ensure sustainable homeownership, applicants must have the means to afford a mortgage.
Eligibility includes:
- Ability to afford a monthly mortgage payment that will not exceed 30% of the household’s gross income.
- Being at least 21 years of age
- Having a steady income falling between 45% and 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for Knox County
Building a foundation for a future
Embarking on the path to homeownership is an exciting journey, and Knoxville Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to guiding you through every step. We understand that applying for a home can seem overwhelming, which is why we have streamlined the process to make it as clear and straightforward as possible.
Contact Us
For additional details about applying for a home in The Plains, visit our Homeownership page or reach out to us directly. Our team is here to help you understand the homeownership process and determine if you qualify.