Upper Valley MEND has 20 permanently affordable homes under our Community Land Trust model.

In 2025-2026, a new duplex will be completed, adding two new units to MEND’s homeownership program.

When you purchase a home through this program:

You buy the house at below-market rates
MEND retains ownership of the land beneath your home to ensure it will forever be used for affordable housing
You hold a secure, 99-year renewable lease on the land
You enjoy the benefits and responsibilities of homeownership

When you receive the gift of affordability, you pass it forward to the next family when you sell. Here's how it works:

You purchase your home at a below-market price
You agree to a predetermined formula that governs how your home's value increases over time
When you decide to sell, this formula ensures the home remains affordable for the next buyer
The cycle continues, creating permanently affordable housing in our community

About the affordable homeownership program

Two new 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome-style units in Leavenworth will be available in 2025-2026.

Applications for the homeownership program will be accepted through October 31, 2025.

Why purchase a MEND home?

Purchasing a home in one of MEND’s neighborhoods gives you the benefits of traditional homeownership, plus:

Prices you can afford: This means affordable monthly housing payments. Homes bought through Upper Valley MEND cost less than half of the median home price in the Upper Wenatchee Valley. Many of our homeowners’ mortgage payments are similar to what they paid in rent before they purchased their homes.
Homebuyer preparation: There are many steps to get ready to purchase a home, including understanding the process, getting your credit in order, preparing documents, finding a mortgage lender, and finding your dream home. Upper Valley MEND is a trusted support in this process, helping you get ready for one of the biggest purchases you’ll make.
Down payment assistance: Homeowners who haven’t been able to save a large chunk of money for a down payment may be eligible for a low-interest down payment assistance loan through Upper Valley MEND. (Credit restrictions apply.)