Homes on the Hill in Columbus, OH

Homes on the Hill Community Development Corporation (HOTH-CDC) is a Columbus-area nonprofit established in 1993 with nearly 30 years of experience in affordable housing development and counseling. Incorporated as a 501(c)(3) organization, the agency has developed over 100 owner-occupied and rental housing units and partnered with Habitat for Humanity to build more than 30 additional homes in the Hilltop neighborhood and southwestern Franklin County.

The organization provides comprehensive free services across multiple consumer segments: HUD-approved homeownership education and individual counseling for homebuyers, foreclosure prevention orientations, homeowner counseling, and renter support programs including occasional rental assistance through their Landlord Engagement Action Network (LEAN). All services are delivered by HUD-certified counselors in both English and Spanish, with no fees charged to ensure accessibility for those most in need.

HOTH-CDC distinguishes itself through its dual focus on education and direct housing development—the organization doesn't simply counsel families but actively builds and rehabilitates affordable properties in the community. Their 30-year track record in southwestern Ohio, combined with HUD approval status and multilingual counselor availability, positions them as a deeply embedded local resource. They also serve as a referral partner for lenders and realtors seeking professional counseling services for clients.

As a nonprofit dependent on grants and donations, HOTH-CDC's capacity may vary by program availability, particularly for rental assistance. Their geographic focus is limited to southwestern Franklin County rather than statewide, though they are HUD-approved to serve all Ohio residents. The organization's service quality is inherently tied to their nonprofit funding model, which creates sustainability but not growth guarantees.