Welcome to Miller’s Creek!
Don’t miss out on your chance to own an affordable home in King County! Available now, Miller’s Creek is a 40-home community in Burien, featuring 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom homes.
It’s free to apply, and there’s no credit check—so there’s no cost, risk, or commitment to see if you qualify.
“This level of stability has let us settle down and plan for the long term.”
– Donovan & Krystal, Habitat Homeowners
About Miller’s Creek
Homes at a Glance
Miller’s Creek offers beautiful, permanently affordable homes designed for households ready to put down roots in Burien.
Each home features:
- 3 bedrooms
- 1.5 or 2.5 bathrooms
- 1,260–1,280 sq. ft.
Each home includes brand-new appliances, including an in-unit washer/dryer, plus triple-paned windows designed to support comfort, energy efficiency, and a quieter living experience. Residents will also enjoy a porch or deck for outdoor space, along with one reserved compact parking spot per unit.
Household Sizes & Layout Options
Designed to serve a range of household sizes, these homes can accommodate up to 6 people.
With both 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath & 3-bedroom 2.5-bath layouts to choose from, there’s an option for different ways of living—whether you’re drawn to separate kitchen and living areas or an additional bathroom.
Click below to explore home layouts.
*Unit layouts will vary by building.
Shared Spaces & Getting Around
Surrounded by trees and lush greenery, Miller’s Creek features shared outdoor spaces designed for connection.
Homeowners will enjoy:
- A playground for kids and families
- A walking path with benches for daily movement and fresh air
- Shared outdoor spaces surrounded by trees and greenery
Located just off Highway 509, the community offers easy commuting — with added peace and quiet thanks to a sound wall and triple-paned windows. Transit options are close by, including the 131 bus to Downtown Seattle and Burien Transit Center just five minutes away for H & F RapidRide access. Schools, parks, shopping, and restaurants are all nearby.
Financial Information
These 3-bedroom homes are priced as low as $420,000; the estimated all-inclusive monthly payments for these homes will be between $2,800 – $4,200. Habitat requires our homebuyers to finance the purchase of their home with a mortgage. These payment ranges include mortgage payments, estimated property taxes, estimated homeowner’s insurance, and estimated HOA dues. Please see HOA section below for more details.
Your specific monthly payment will be based on your income and household size. Homebuyers must show that they can afford this payment without being cost-burdened. For most households, this means earning a combined $89,000 or more per year. If your total household income is below this threshold, but you have significant funds to contribute towards your cash contribution, you may still qualify. If you are unsure, you are still encouraged to apply!
Applicants must show that they have at least $6,000 for the minimum required cash contribution at the time of applying. Your exact cash contribution may be higher depending on your specific financial situation. Additionally, if you have over $20,000 in liquid assets*, you must contribute all but $20,000 of your liquid assets towards your cash contribution. For example, if you have $30,000 in savings, you would need to contribute $10,000, keeping $20,000 in your savings.
*”Liquid assets” means money that you have immediate access to in accounts such as checking & savings accounts, or money market accounts that you can withdraw from without penalty. This does not include money in stocks, bonds, IRAs, 401ks, life insurance, annuities, or physical assets.
| Household Size | Maximum Income Limit (80% AMI) |
|---|---|
| 3 | $105,000 |
| 4 | $116,650 |
| 5 | $126,000 |
| 6 | $135,350 |
About Burien
***For your own safety, please do not step foot on the construction site. This is an active construction site. Open houses for the remaining homes will be held on a weekly basis. Please see our events page or reach out to apply@habitatskc.org for more information.***
Residents living in Burien will enjoy a reasonable commute to many job centers, excellent schools, shops and services within walking distance, and an active and caring community.
These homes are only a short drive to various parks including Sunset Park, Burien Park, and Mathison Park. There are numerous public, charter and private school options nearby.
Choosing these homes means that families can stay in Burien and continue to enjoy its affordability, easy access to Seattle and the airport, beautiful parks, and a tight-knit community.
Homeowners Association
These homes will be part of a Homeowners Association (HOA). A Homeowners Association is a non-profit corporation that is democratically run by owners within the community. Owners pool resources (through monthly dues) and agree on what to use the money for, whether it be upkeep of common spaces, exterior maintenance of homes, or other priorities.
To learn more, please visit our HOA information page.
Building Miller’s Creek, Step by Step
Miller’s Creek is coming together through steady progress, thoughtful planning, and many hands working toward a shared goal. From early site work to the homes taking shape in Burien, each phase reflects Habitat’s commitment to building housing that is durable, welcoming, and made to last.
The image comparison below, from May 2025 to April 2026, highlights how the neighborhood has transformed over time, serving as a visual reminder that affordable homeownership is built intentionally — one step at a time.
Once complete, Miller’s Creek will feature 40 new, permanently affordable units.
What’s The Latest?
As of April 4th, 2026, homes at Miller’s Creek have officially been completed, and we were proud to celebrate this milestone by dedicating the homes alongside the future homeowners, volunteers, and community partners who made it all possible.
Read more about our Home is the Key 2026 initiative here.
The Finished Community
The units are now complete, marking an exciting milestone for Miller’s Creek. What was once a vision has fully come to life, with each home finished and ready to welcome its new homeowners.
This is the future we’re building: a permanent home in Burien, designed to support stability for generations.
The Bigger Picture
Why Projects like Miller’s Creek Matter
Miller’s Creek totals 54,662 square feet, with a development budget of $26.83 million.
Across Washington state, housing costs continue to outpace incomes. Today, more than half of renter households and nearly one in four homeowner households are considered cost burdened, meaning they spend an unsustainable portion of their income on housing.
In King County, the challenge is especially acute. As of May 2025, the median price of a single-family home reached $1.03 million. With a typical 20% down payment, a household would need an annual income of roughly $250,000 to afford homeownership — putting it out of reach for many working families.
As housing costs rise, many neighbors face displacement, pushing them farther from jobs, schools, and the communities they call home. At the same time, construction costs continue to climb, and the region faces a severe shortage of affordable housing options.
The Housing Continuum
The housing continuum illustrates how different housing options are supported over time. Emergency shelter, transitional housing, and rental housing typically rely on ongoing subsidies to remain affordable year after year. Habitat for Humanity’s work sits at a different point on the continuum: affordable homeownership.
Through a one-time subsidy, Habitat homes are made accessible upfront and then remain permanently affordable, allowing homeowners to build stability and equity without requiring continued public subsidy. This model creates long-term affordability while opening the door for future households to do the same.
How We Build
Habitat for Humanity Seattle–King & Kittitas Counties uses a flexible, mission-driven approach to meet the growing need for affordable housing. Depending on project size and complexity, homes are built through a combination of volunteer-powered construction, subcontracted builds, and partnerships with general contractors.
Miller’s Creek is being delivered through a collaborative build model that pairs Habitat’s volunteer-powered construction with general contractor partnership through Gencap. Together, this approach brings even more people into the work — blending community participation with experienced construction leadership to help create high-quality, permanently affordable homes built to last for generations.
Stay In Touch
This community represents what’s possible when affordability, access, and long-term stability are built into the foundation of a community. Whether you’re exploring homeownership, learning more about the project, or seeking additional details, we’re here to help. For questions about this community, the application process, or partnership opportunities, please contact us at apply@habitatskc.org — our team is happy to connect and provide more information.