Milwaukee Home Down Payment Assistance Program

Administered by: City of Milwaukee Department of City Development · City · Grant

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Up to $5,000 (or up to $7,000 in CDBG target areas) (Grant)

Forgivable after 5 years of owner-occupancy.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: At or below 80% AMI (approximately $65,600 for a family of four).
  • First-time buyer required: Yes — Must not have owned a home in the past 3 years.
  • Geographic restrictions: Must be a current City of Milwaukee resident purchasing within city limits.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for Milwaukee Home Down Payment Assistance Program

Step 1: Complete 8 hours of homebuyer counseling with a HUD-approved agency (ACTS Housing, Housing Resources Inc., or United Community Center). Get pre-approved for a mortgage. Work with a real estate agent to find a home within city limits.

Visit program website

Notes

Administered through partner agencies: ACTS Housing, Housing Resources Inc., and United Community Center.

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