City of Allentown First-Time Homebuyer Assistance

Administered by: City of Allentown Department of Community and Economic Development · City · Forgivable Loan

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Down payment and closing cost assistance (amount varies by funding availability) (Forgivable Loan)

Terms vary based on funding source (CDBG/HOME federal funds).

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Low-to-moderate income households.
  • First-time buyer required: Yes — Must be a first-time homebuyer.
  • Geographic restrictions: Must purchase a home within the City of Allentown.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for City of Allentown First-Time Homebuyer Assistance

Step 1: Contact the City of Allentown at (610) 439-5999 or the Grants Manager at (610) 437-7610 or grants@allentownpa.gov. You will be connected with one of the city's nonprofit housing development partners to apply.

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Notes

Program is administered through nonprofit housing developers. Specific assistance amounts and terms vary by funding cycle. Contact the city for current availability.

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