Who We Are

Our goal is to sustain the vibrancy and diversity of the Borough community by promoting affordable homeownership in State College, PA. We help first-time homebuyers purchase homes that are in established neighborhoods near work, schools, entertainment, and transit. We have helped nearly 70 individuals and families become successful homeowners in the Borough  since 1996. 

How does a community land trust (CLT) work?
  1. SCCLT buys a modest borough house and rehabilitates it for energy efficiency and code compliance.
  2. Educates and counsels applicants in financial readiness and applying for a mortgage.
  3. Sells only the house to an applicant who meets federal income guidelines.
  4. Leases the land to the homeowner in a long-term agreement, cutting the cost by at least 30 percent. 
  5. Homeowners can sell the house in the future to another qualified family or back to SCCLT, based on a resale formula. ​

The State College Community Land Trust is:
  • One of 250 community land trusts in U.S. that provide affordable housing in a shared equity model.​

Membership

We welcome all individuals to join SCCLT and contribute to our mission. Members include Borough and Centre County residents, volunteers, homeowners, business owners, and public officials.  

Board of Directors,  Committees & Volunteers

The State College Community Land Trust is governed by a volunteer board comprising residents from diverse professions and SCCLT homeowners and volunteer committees who do the hard work of creating permanently affordable housing for our residents.

Success Stories

"Thanks to SCCLT, I have been thriving in my new home. I am so proud to have a home in the community where I work and where I hope to raise a family." -- Jamie