Church real estate, redefined
From buying and selling to leasing and financing, Narthex delivers creative, faith-aligned solutions that keep sacred spaces thriving.
Across the country, church properties face a crossroads — some burdened by maintenance costs, others standing empty, and many more waiting to be revived. Narthex helps churches navigate every stage of that journey.
We guide congregations buying their first property, those ready to sell or restructure, and those seeking flexible lease options or new income streams. Our goal is simple: to keep sacred spaces active, sustainable, and serving the Kingdom for generations to come.
Our core services
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Buy a Property
Find a permanent home for your congregation — one that fits your mission and budget.
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Sell a Property
Transition your church with clarity and care, honoring its legacy while unlocking new opportunities.
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Access Capital
Secure funding or release equity to strengthen your church’s financial flexibility.
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Find Lease Space
Discover flexible, affordable spaces to gather, worship, and grow.
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Generate Revenue
Turn your property into a lasting source of income for ministry.
Buy with Confidence
Purchasing a church property isn’t just a real estate decision — it’s a defining moment in a ministry’s story. The right space can foster growth, create community, and serve as a beacon for generations to come. Yet for many churches, the process of finding and funding that home can feel uncertain and complex.
At Narthex, we walk alongside you through that journey with a straightforward approach. Once your congregation identifies a property that fits your vision, Narthex steps in to make ownership possible. Most purchases are structured as a lease-to-own agreement, typically within a three-year timeframe. For churches that need financing, we can also help secure funding and terms that work within ministry budgets.
Because traditional lending can be difficult for churches — especially newer or growing ones — we help bridge that gap. Our role is to make the path to ownership attainable and sustainable, ensuring your ministry can move forward confidently in a space that supports its mission.
Pathway to Ownership – A Simple Step-by-Step Example
Ready to expand, but not ready for the mortgage? Here’s how Narthex structures a program around your needs:
Step 1 – Identify your future home
Find the property that fits your vision and ministry needs.
Step 2 – Narthex purchases the property
We acquire the building on your behalf and prepare it for your congregation’s use.
Step 3 – You move in and lease while you grow
Your church rents the space for up to three years while you establish roots and raise capital.
Step 4 – You purchase when ready
Once stable and equipped, you buy the building from Narthex — turning your vision into lasting ownership.
“Our church moved around for 16 years. Thanks to Narthex we now have a home.”
– Sister Angie B.
Ready to take the next step?
Let’s talk about what ownership could look like for your congregation — and how Narthex can help make it possible.
Sell with Purpose
Deciding to sell a church property is rarely easy. For many congregations, it means parting with a place that holds decades of prayer, community, and meaning — yet maintaining it may no longer serve the mission. Narthex helps churches approach this decision with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
We begin by understanding your goals — whether you’re merging with another congregation, moving into a more functional space, or simply relieving a financial burden. Then we help position your property for the right buyer, manage offers and negotiations, and see the process through to closing. Throughout every step, our focus is on stewardship: preserving the legacy of your ministry while creating new opportunities for Kingdom impact.
Our experience with both buyers and church organizations allows us to handle sensitive transitions with integrity and respect. The result is a smooth, transparent process that releases the weight of property ownership and frees your church to focus on what’s next.
“Narthex helped us find a path forward when no one else could. They understood our mission and built a plan that made sense for us.”
— Pastor Magdiel S.
Ready to explore what’s next for your church property?
Let’s talk about your goals and how we can help you move forward with a clear plan.
Access Capital to Grow
Every church has a vision for what’s next — whether that means buying a property, renovating existing space, refinancing debt, or expanding community programs. But vision takes resources, and traditional financing can be a roadblock. Many churches find that banks hesitate to lend, even with healthy giving patterns and strong leadership.
That’s where Narthex comes in. Through our loan guarantee program, we help churches gain access to the capital they need to move forward. By standing behind your loan, Narthex gives lenders the confidence to extend funding that might otherwise be out of reach — opening doors for ministries to grow, relocate, or stabilize their financial footing.
Under this umbrella, we work with churches at every stage of their journey. Whether you’re securing your first property, revitalizing an existing one, or releasing equity for ministry expansion, Narthex helps you find the right solution — one that aligns with your mission and your means.
Our role is simple: to make funding accessible, sustainable, and ministry-minded, so you can focus on the work you were called to do.
" Narthex makes it so easy. They take care of the building and I'm free to focus on ministry. We receive many positive comments on the space from members and friends... we are blessed to be there.”
– Pastor Yolanda W.
Ready to strengthen your financial foundation?
Let’s talk about how our loan guarantee program can help.
Find Space to Flourish
For many churches, the biggest barrier to growth isn’t vision — it’s space. Renting from schools or meeting in temporary facilities can make it hard to establish consistency, store equipment, or create a sense of belonging. Narthex helps churches find and secure spaces designed for worship, community, and long-term ministry impact.
Through our network of available church properties and shared-use partnerships, we connect ministries with affordable, flexible lease opportunities. Whether you need a sanctuary for Sunday services, classrooms for mid-week gatherings, or office space for daily operations, we help you find the right fit — a place where your congregation can gather, grow, and serve.
Because many of our leased properties were once church facilities, they’re already suited for ministry — with sanctuaries, classrooms, and infrastructure in place. That means your congregation can focus on people and programs, not on renovation or build-out.
“We were a portable church for a while. We’re able to save a lot financially by leasing a property… We’re able to use dollars and cents to meet real needs in the community. Narthex handles a lot of the stress and things that I would be thinking about so now I’m able to think more about my people.”
— Pastor Zach A.
Ready to establish roots for your congregation?
Tell us what you need — we’ll help you find it.
Fund Ministry Through Facilities
Your church building can serve your community seven days a week — not just on Sundays. Narthex helps churches turn underused space into steady, purpose-aligned income that supports ministry and strengthens financial health.
From leasing to other congregations or hosting weekday programs to partnering with trusted organizations, we identify creative ways to activate your property. Many churches find new sustainability by welcoming daycares, Christian counseling groups, nonprofits, and city programs into their facilities — partnerships that generate revenue while extending their mission into the neighborhood.
Our team ensures each arrangement is structured with transparency and stewardship in mind. We help you find the right tenants, set clear terms, and create agreements that protect both your space and your mission.
“Narthex turned our building from a burden into a source of cash that we now have to energize our ministries and grow our community.”
— Church Board Member Ryan K.
Want to unlock the potential in your property?
Let’s find ways to turn your facility into a resource for your neighborhood and your mission.
“Narthex is a new business model doing a great deal to help churches alleviate the burden of real estate. Personally, I think it’s a win-win for the Kingdom.”
– Jimmy Dodd, Founder of PastorServe