Affordable Housing

Whether owning or renting, having a place to live is critical to the physical and financial security of a household. As more than 37% of homeowners and 45% of renters in the United States are now “cost-burdened” - spend more than one-third of their income on housing costs – affordability remains a priority issue.

But more than being just a cost, homeownership is also key to expanding economic opportunity. It is the single largest component of household wealth and a fundamental asset for millions of Americans.

The Affordable Housing Program at CFED focuses on social innovations that bring affordability and ownership within the reach of low-income households.

Current Initiatives

Manufactured Housing

Today’s manufactured homes can look, last and appreciate like traditional homes – at lower costs. We work with homeowners, consumer protection groups and policymakers in over 30 states to support manufactured housing as an affordable, asset-building housing solution.

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Lessons Learned: Recent Work & Publications

Preserving Affordable Rental Housing in America