Enabling affordable housing throughout Columbus and Franklin County
Welcome to the Affordable Housing Trust
The Affordable Housing Trust for Columbus and Franklin County (AHT), established in 2001, is an independent, nonprofit lender that works with the private, nonprofit and public sectors to develop affordable housing opportunities within the City of Columbus and surrounding counties. In February 2016, AHT became a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI).
$69mm
in loans closed in 2023
1400+
Units Developed in 2023
$296mm
in Central Ohio Economic Impact in 2023
Strengthening Central Ohio Communities
For over 20 years, The Affordable Housing Trust for Columbus and Franklin County (AHT), our committed Board of Trustees and funding partners – the City of Columbus and Franklin County – have contributed meaningfully to the lives of thousands of low and moderate income families. We provide loans to local community development corporations, builders and developers for the construction, acquisition and rehabilitation of affordable rental, supportive and home ownership projects.
How We Work
01.
Consultation
02.
Application
03.
Board Approval
04.
Loan Closed!
The Affordable Housing Trust | By the Numbers
20+
Years serving Central Ohio
300+
Successful projects
$450mm+
Loans Closed
"Creating and preserving affordable housing is still a challenge that requires innovation to stay current with the ever changing market. To that end, we will continue to work with our partners to provide quality and value to affordable housing projects."
Projects
Blacklick Crossing
Homeport | Franklin Cty. | 30 units | 60% AMI
Touchstone Field Place Supportive Housing
Community Housing Network (CHN) | South Side | 56 units | 30-50% AMI
