A New Pathway to Homeownership in Jackson
City of Jackson | Posted on March 16, 2026
Build In Jackson is a new initiative designed to attract and retain young professionals in Jackson County. Qualified participants may receive $40,000 to $60,000 in down payment assistance toward newly constructed homes through the City of Jackson’s 100 Homes program, along with access to community, networking, and lifestyle opportunities that help people build their lives here.
Why Jackson Is Investing in the Next Generation
This program was created to help make Jackson a place where young people and families can build lasting futures. Build In Jackson supports homeownership, strengthens neighborhoods, and helps connect emerging leaders to the people, places, and opportunities that make Jackson a great place to live.
What’s Included
Down Payment Assistance
Qualified participants may receive $40,000 to $60,000 toward the purchase of a newly constructed home.
New Construction Homes
Eligible homes feature two- or three-bedroom layouts with full basements in downtown Jackson’s walkable neighborhood.
Jackson Talent Package
Participants receive a first-year package designed to help them connect with the community and local opportunities.
Professional and Community Access
Build relationships with civic leaders, business leaders, and other emerging professionals.
Quarterly Events and Networking
Enjoy community gatherings, local engagement, and meaningful connections.
Local Memberships and Experiences
Access recreational experiences and memberships that help participants explore and enjoy Jackson County.
Build In Jackson is designed for young professionals and emerging leaders who are looking to establish roots, invest in their future, and become part of a growing community. It is the result of organizations across Jackson County working together to support talent attraction, homeownership, and long-term community growth.
“This program is a direct response to what residents told us during the Drive Jackson planning process - Jackson must be a place where young people and families can build lasting futures,” said Community Growth Fellow Alexie Milukhin. “Build In Jackson is that opportunity. It’s a pathway to homeownership, recreation and community connection to help people build their lives here.”
It supports the broader goals of the Drive Jackson Vision Plan, a countywide, community-driven initiative focused on growth, economic resiliency, quality of life, and long-term opportunity across Jackson County.
Community leaders say the initiative demonstrates collaborative efforts to build a prosperous future for Jackson County, by attracting talent, supporting homeownership and building vibrant neighborhoods where people want to live and stay.
“Programs like Build In Jackson show what happens when organizations across our community work together toward a shared outcome,” said Jonathan Greene, City Manager for the City of Jackson. “Jackson’s future depends on partnerships that look beyond boundaries and focus on solutions. When we collaborate, we create opportunities that are stronger and more sustainable than anything we could accomplish alone.”
Individuals interested in learning more about the program or submitting an interest form can visit www.DriveJacksonCounty.com.
About the Drive Jackson Vision Plan
Drive Jackson is a countywide, 20-year community-driven initiative, partnering with local organizations and stakeholders. The plan outlines a shared vision for growth, economic resiliency, quality of life and long-term opportunity across Jackson County.
Source: City of Jackson
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