City of Brownsville Homebuyer Assistance Program

Administered by: City of Brownsville Grants & Community Development · City · Zero-Interest Loan

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Up to $25,000 (Zero-Interest Loan)

Deferred loan with no interest. Repayment terms tied to affordability period.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: At or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) based on household size
  • First-time buyer required: Yes — Must not have owned a home in the past 3 years.
  • Geographic restrictions: Must purchase a new or existing single-family home within the City of Brownsville.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for City of Brownsville Homebuyer Assistance Program

Step 1: Contact the City of Brownsville Grants & Community Development department. Complete a HUD-approved homebuyer education course. Get pre-approved through a participating lender. Find a home within Brownsville city limits. Submit your HBA application with required documentation.

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Notes

Funded through HUD HOME Investment Partnerships Program. Estimated $844,795 available for 2025-2026 fiscal year. cdcb (Come Dream. Come Build.) assists with program administration and housing counseling.

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