City of Canton Down Payment Assistance Program

Administered by: City of Canton Department of Community Development / Community Building Partnership · City · Forgivable Loan

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Up to $5,000 toward down payment and closing costs (Forgivable Loan)

Forgiven after 5 years of continuous owner-occupancy.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Low-to-moderate income (at or below 80% AMI)
  • First-time buyer required: Yes — Must be a first-time homebuyer
  • Geographic restrictions: Must purchase within City of Canton corporate limits
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for City of Canton Down Payment Assistance Program

Step 1: Contact Community Building Partnership at 330-458-0962 or info@communitybuildingpartnership.org. Complete HUD-certified housing counseling. Contribute a minimum of $500 of your own funds.

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Notes

Estimated FY 2026 funding of approximately $133,578. Administered through partnership with Community Building Partnership, the HUD-certified counseling agency for the Canton area.

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