ROSE makes homeownership possible for hardworking families. For most American families, their home is their most valuable asset, a path to a secure financial future and a meaningful ownership stake in the community. ROSE makes purchasing a home affordable for first-time buyers by using a combination of innovative financing programs, government initiatives and partnerships with lenders. ROSE can help first-time buyers purchase a home for less than what they currently pay in rent.

ROSE built new homes in the Brentwood-Darlington Neighborhood on SE 81st Avenue.

**Woodmere Homes**

Click here for more information on Woodmere Homes.

Outer Southeast neighborhoods offer a variety of home styles, from Old Portland bungalows to newly constructed townhomes, in settings that range from urban to rural. The community offers:

• A diverse population served by a rich mix of cultural shops and amenities

• Large natural attractions like the Springwater Corridor and Powell Butte Nature Park, and community recreation amenities like the Mt. Scott Community Center and the Wattles Boys & Girls Club

• Top-rated schools in both the Portland Public Schools and the David Douglas School District

• Community programs for adults and children: SUN Initiative and Head Start

East Portland Enhancement Project (formerly Lents Homeownership Initiative)

ROSE is a partner in the East Portland Enhancement Project.  With the success of the Lents Homeownership Initiative, it is time to evolve our community building efforts into East Portland.  Click here for more information on the East Portland Enhancement Project.

Homeownership Blogs and Websites:

Homebuyer Programs

Partner Referral List

Home Buying Fairs in the Portland Area - African American Homeownership Fair, Oct. 24

http://www.hownw.com/

http://homeownershipnews.blogspot.com/

http://www.ohcs.oregon.gov/OHCS/SFF_OregonBondHome.shtml

http://www.portlandonline.com/bhcd/index.cfm?c=34542