Find out about buying your council house
What you need to know
You might be able to buy your home at a discounted price if you've been renting your council or housing association home for at least three years. This is through the Right to Buy Scheme (opens new window) .
You may be eligible if:
- you've had a public sector landlord (such as a council, housing association or NHS trust) for three years (it does not have to be three years in a row)
- it's your only or main home
- it's self-contained
- you're a council or housing association tenant
Affordability
Buying your home is a big financial commitment. Check you can afford to buy your property before completing the application.