Cuyahoga County Down Payment Assistance Program

Administered by: Cuyahoga County / Believe Mortgage (CHN Housing Partners) · County · Deferred Loan

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Up to 10% of the purchase price, capped at $20,900 (Deferred Loan)

Deferred, subordinated loan repayable upon sale, transfer of title, or refinance.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: At or below 80% of Area Median Income
  • First-time buyer required: No
  • Geographic restrictions: Available in 51 eligible Cuyahoga County communities. Excludes Cleveland, Cleveland Heights, East Cleveland, Euclid, and Lakewood (those cities have their own programs).
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for Cuyahoga County Down Payment Assistance Program

Step 1: Apply through Believe Mortgage at believemortgage.org. Free homebuyer education classes offered through CHN Housing Partners.

Notes

Administered by Believe Mortgage, the lending arm of CHN Housing Partners (a CDFI). Parma is among the 51 eligible communities.

Cities Where This Program Is Available