Columbia Housing Authority HCV Homeownership Program

Administered by: Columbia Housing Authority · City · Grant

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Monthly homeownership subsidy applied toward mortgage payment (amount varies by household) (Grant)

Ongoing monthly subsidy for up to 15 years (or 30 years for elderly/disabled families) while homeowner meets program requirements.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Must be a current Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) participant
  • First-time buyer required: No
  • Geographic restrictions: Must purchase a home within the Columbia Housing Authority jurisdiction.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for Columbia Housing Authority HCV Homeownership Program

Step 1: Must be an active HCV participant leased up for at least one year and in good standing. Complete the preparation and education portion of the program. Obtain mortgage prequalification from a participating financial institution. Contact Teneasha Perkins at (803) 254-3886 ext. 212.

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Notes

Columbia Housing has been implementing this program for 20 years with 146 families purchasing homes. Limited to current HCV voucher holders only.

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