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CommunityWorks Lowcountry Down Payment Assistance

Administered by:
CommunityWorks Carolina
· Nonprofit · Forgivable Loan
Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Up to $10,000 in forgivable down payment and closing cost assistance (employer-partnered programs may offer up to $25,000)
0% interest subordinate loan forgivable over five years.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Varies by program. Employer-partnered programs may allow up to 200% AMI. General programs typically require at or below 80-100% AMI.
  • First-time buyer required: Yes — Must be a first-time homebuyer as defined by program guidelines.
  • Geographic restrictions: Available in Beaufort and Jasper Counties. Employer-specific programs available for City of Beaufort employees, Beaufort Memorial Hospital employees, and Town of Bluffton employees.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for CommunityWorks Lowcountry Down Payment Assistance

Contact CommunityWorks Carolina to determine which DPA programs you qualify for in the Lowcountry area. Employer-partnered programs require verification of employment status. Must attend a homebuyer education workshop.

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Cities Where This Program Is Available (2 cities across 1 state)