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City of Hammond Homebound Program

Administered by: City of Hammond Community Development Department · City · Forgivable Loan

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Up to $10,000 for Hammond police, fire, educational professionals, and full-time city employees; up to $2,500 for other income-qualifying buyers (Forgivable Loan)

Forgivable after a five-year residency period.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Income restrictions apply (contact program for current limits)
  • First-time buyer required: Yes — Must be a first-time homebuyer or have not owned a home in the past 12 months
  • Geographic restrictions: Must purchase within the City of Hammond, Indiana. Home must be principal residence.

How to Apply for City of Hammond Homebound Program

Step 1: Call the Hammond Community Development Department at (219) 853-6358 ext. 2 for more information or to determine eligibility.

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Notes

Hammond Police, Fire, Educational Professionals, and full-time employees of the City of Hammond, Hammond Water Works, Hammond Port Authority, Hammond Sanitary District, and Hammond Housing Authority receive the full $10,000. Other qualifying buyers receive up to $2,500. Available for existing homes and new construction.

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