Barnstable County HOME Loan Program

Administered by: Barnstable County Human Services / Housing Assistance Corporation · County · Deferred Loan

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Up to $20,000 (Deferred Loan)

Zero-interest, zero-payment loan repaid upon sale of the property.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Household income at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) for Barnstable County
  • First-time buyer required: Yes — Must not have owned a home in the past 3 years.
  • Geographic restrictions: Must purchase property in Barnstable County.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for Barnstable County HOME Loan Program

Step 1: Contact the Housing Assistance Corporation at (508) 771-5400. Complete a first-time homebuyer education course through HAC before applying. Loan amount is awarded based on need.

Notes

Administered in conjunction with the Housing Assistance Corporation of Cape Cod. Program was recently increased from a maximum of $10,000 to $20,000.

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