Access to safe, secure and affordable accommodation is one of the most basic of human needs, and the dream of owning a home is one shared by most Canberrans.
Changes in the housing market over the past five years, particularly the sharp increases in demand, have made this dream more elusive for many Canberrans and has placed greater pressure on the private rental market and on public and community housing services.
The Affordable Housing Action Plan aims to help Canberrans at all points on the accommodation spectrum, from home-buyers and private renters to those in public and community housing.
In order to enable an exciting new range of affordable housing options, the ACT Government now requires 20 per cent of new housing in new estates to be priced under $337,000.
To find out more about the Government's 20 per cent Affordable Housing in new estates visit the OwnPlace webpage 
The Land Rent Scheme reduces entry costs and mortgage payments by allowing home buyers to buy their new home while paying rent for the land on which it sits.
Find out more about the Land Rent Scheme.
The ACT Government offers a range of other assistance to prospective home buyers in the ACT.
Find out more about Home Buyer Assistance
Families or singles on low incomes may qualify for a low cost rental property.
Find out more about Affordable Rental Properties
Find out about Community and Public Housing
Find out about Supported and Aged Accommodation in the ACT
