The first step in the Greater Circle Living application process is to fill out an Inquiry Form. Inquire Here
WHAT IS GREATER CIRCLE LIVING?
Greater Circle Living is an employer-assisted housing program which aims to enhance the overall well-being of employees of eligible non-profit institutions in Greater University Circle, by:
- creating a positive relationship and goodwill between employers, employees and the community
- providing a stable base of homeowners
- offering valuable, targeted support for neighborhood revitalization
- providing access to housing in neighborhoods near work
This all-encompassing housing incentive program fosters opportunities for economic inclusion of neighborhood residents, businesses and cultural institutions alike.
PROGRAMS GCL OFFERS
HOME PURCHASE
Up to $20,000 in forgivable loans
RENTAL
Up to $1,400 for one month’s assistance
EXTERIOR REPAIR
Up to $8,000 matching funds
ELIGIBLE NEIGHBORHOODS
Our eligible neighborhoods include the following areas
Buckeye – ShakerTo learn more about each neighborhood
visit the above links or view the downloadable file.
WHAT DOES
THE GCL PROGRAM PROVIDE?
Greater Circle Living offers up to $20K in forgivable loans for down payment and/or closing costs for the purchase of an owner-occupied home, up to $8K for exterior home repairs, and up to $1400 for one month’s rent.
GCL PROGRAM
ALSO OFFERS
- 1 Help with the application process
- 2 Information on housing options, lenders and realtors
- 3 Access to homebuyer education programs
- 4 Assistance with budgeting/managing finances
GCL MAKES A DIFFERENCE BY
IMPROVING
Access to affordable housing
ASSISTING
Individuals in wealth building, and budgeting/managing finances.
REDUCING
Commute times and cost.
OFFERING
An opportunity to live and work close to world-class institutions, services and amenities
IMPROVING
Access to affordable housing
ASSISTING
Individuals in wealth building, and budgeting/managing finances.
REDUCING
Commute times and cost.
OFFERING
An opportunity to live and work close to world-class institutions, services and amenities
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT GCL
The program is fabulous. I’m so glad it was available to us. We did more on the outside of our home than we would have if not for the loan. The difference between when we bought the home and now – the value’s increased 90% due in large part to the program.
– Dr. Emily Heart, Cleveland Clinic
FUNDS FOR GCL PROVIDED BY
Phone:
(216)361-8400
Address:
8111 Quincy Avenue, Suite 100
Cleveland, Ohio 44104
Hours of Operation:
Mon - Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat - Sun: Closed
