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Ameen Housing Co-operative vs Devon Bank: Islamic Finance Comparison

Ameen Housing Co-operative

4.3
VS

Devon Bank

4.5
Higher Rated

Ameen Housing Co-operative

Profit Rate

6.75% – 7.75%

Min Down

20%

States

7 states

Verified

Yes

mortgage

Devon Bank

Profit Rate

7% – 8%

Min Down

20%

States

20 states

Verified

Yes

mortgagebanking

Detailed Rating Comparison

Ameen Housing Co-operativeCategoryDevon Bank
4.3

Overall Score

4.5
4.7

Sharia Compliance

4.8
4.4

Transparency

4.6
4.5

Customer Service

4.5

States Served

Ameen Housing Co-operative — 7 States

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Devon Bank — 20 States

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Fair Meridian Verdict

Ameen Housing Co-operative

California-based Islamic housing cooperative founded in 1980. One of the earliest halal housing providers in the US, serving the Bay Area and West Coast Muslim community for over 4 Independently rated 4.3/5 with particularly strong scores on Sharia compliance.

Devon Bank

Chicago-based community bank offering Islamic home financing since 2003. Located on Devon Avenue, Chicago's famous international corridor. FDIC-insured, ISNA-certified. Independently rated 4.5/5 with particularly strong scores on Sharia compliance.

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Fair Meridian Verdict: Ameen Housing Co-operative vs Devon Bank

Overall winner: Devon Bank (4.5/5)

Devon Bank is our top pick for Chicago-area buyers and for buyers who want to consolidate their banking and home financing at an FDIC-insured institution. Its 80+ year history, full banking services, and ISNA certification make it uniquely trustworthy. Primary limitation is geographic coverage (~20 states).

Ameen Housing Co-operative

Ameen Housing is our recommendation for Bay Area Muslim buyers who value the cooperative model and community membership over transaction speed. Its 45-year history in the California Muslim community is a testament to its integrity. For buyers who need fast financing, Guidance Residential or UIF are better fits.

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Devon Bank

Devon Bank is our top pick for Chicago-area buyers and for buyers who want to consolidate their banking and home financing at an FDIC-insured institution. Its 80+ year history, full banking services, and ISNA certification make it uniquely trustworthy. Primary limitation is geographic coverage (~20 states).

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Ratings based on independent editorial research. No provider pays to receive a higher score.

Who Should Choose Each Provider?

Choose Ameen Housing Co-operative if…

  • You are buying near Fremont and want in-person service
  • California-based Islamic housing cooperative founded in 1980

Choose Devon Bank if…

  • You prefer ISNA certification — the leading North American Islamic body
  • You are buying near Chicago and want in-person service
  • Chicago-based community bank offering Islamic home financing since 2003

State Coverage Comparison

Ameen Housing Co-operative — 7 States

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Devon Bank — 20 States

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on Fair Meridian's independent ratings, Devon Bank scores higher overall with a 4.5/5 rating. However, the best choice depends on your state, financing structure preference, and specific needs.

Ameen Housing Co-operative serves 7 states: CA, TX, WA, OR, NV, AZ, CO.

Devon Bank serves 20 states: IL, IN, WI, MN, MO, MI, OH, TX, GA, FL and more.

Ameen Housing Co-operative: California-based Islamic housing cooperative founded in 1980. One of the earliest halal housing providers in the US, serving the Bay Area and West Coast Muslim community for over 45 years. Devon Bank: Chicago-based community bank offering Islamic home financing since 2003. Located on Devon Avenue, Chicago's famous international corridor. FDIC-insured, ISNA-certified. See the full rating breakdown and product comparison above.

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