Lewiston HOME Homebuyer Assistance Program
Funding status: Active
How much assistance
$5,000 grant (5:1 match on $1,000 contribution) plus $2,000 forgivable loan; up to $8,000 forgivable loan for extremely low-income households (Grant)
Forgivable loan portion terms apply; grant portion requires no repayment.
Eligibility
- Income limits: Low- to moderate-income households; must meet HOME Program income limits
- First-time buyer required: Yes — Must be a first-time homebuyer or have not owned a home in the past 3 years.
- Geographic restrictions: City of Lewiston, Maine
- Homebuyer education required: Yes
How to Apply for Lewiston HOME Homebuyer Assistance Program
Step 1: Contact the City of Lewiston Economic and Community Development office. Contribute $1,000 toward your down payment and the city provides a 5:1 match of $5,000 as a grant. Must have at least a 3% down payment and complete 10 hours of homebuyer education. Email ECDevelopment@lewistonmaine.gov for details.
Notes
Funded through the Auburn-Lewiston HOME Consortium. One $5,000 grant per household. Extremely low-income households may qualify for an $8,000 forgivable loan instead of $2,000.