City of Grand Prairie Buying Power Program

Administered by: City of Grand Prairie Housing & Neighborhood Services · City · Grant

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Up to $7,500 (Grant)

Forgiven immediately with no time-in-residence requirement.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: At or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) based on household size
  • First-time buyer required: Yes — Must not have owned a home in the past 3 years.
  • Geographic restrictions: Property must be an existing home within Grand Prairie city limits. Property must pass HQS inspection performed by the City of Grand Prairie and all utilities must be on.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for City of Grand Prairie Buying Power Program

Step 1: Contact the City of Grand Prairie Housing and Neighborhood Services at 972-237-8176.

Step 2: Complete a HUD-approved homebuyer education course.

Step 3: Get pre-approved by a mortgage lender for a conventional, FHA, or VA loan.

Step 4: Find an existing home within Grand Prairie city limits.

Step 5: Submit your application with proof of income, mortgage pre-approval, and homebuyer education certificate.

Step 6: The property must pass a Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspection by the City.

Visit program website

Notes

Program uses CDBG funds. Income limits are updated annually and posted on the city website. Contact: 210 W Main St, Grand Prairie, TX 75050. Phone: 972-237-8176.

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