Explore Programs
Explore this page to learn about the home purchase options through the Community Preservation Trust’s Homeownership Program, as well as our application process, eligibility requirements, and ways to get involved.
Buy a House
Looking to buy a house?
Interested in the program?
Graduate Student Rental
The Community Preservation Trust believes everyone deserves a chance to live affordably in the communities they love. In addition to our Shared Equity Homeownership Program, we offer a limited number of rental opportunities for University of Maryland graduate students.
We are excited to announce the development of our pilot program, which is expected to launch in winter 2026.
Planned Giving
A Lifetime Commitment to Affordable Housing
By donating your home to the Trust, you ensure that your legacy supports permanent, affordable homeownership. Your generosity not only supports affordable ownership opportunities in College Park, but it also offers a clear plan for your home and peace of mind for your family. You can bequeath your home to the Trust during your lifetime without the need to relocate.
To learn more about including a conveyance in your estate plan, consult with an experienced estate planning attorney and contact Tawfiq Abdul-Karim at tabdulkarim@communitypreservationtrust.org.
Essential Information:
Trust Tax ID: 52-2063054
College Park City-University Partnership, Inc. (Parent of the Trust)
7401 Baltimore Avenue, Suite 201
College Park, MD 20740
Sell your House
The Trust purchases single-family homes within the city limits of College Park. A sale to the Trust creates a lasting, affordable homeownership opportunity for future residents, all while allowing you to receive fair value for your home.
If interested in selling your home to the Trust, please complete the form, and a member of our team will be in touch.