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Funding status: Active
How much assistance
Up to $5,000 (or up to $7,000 in CDBG target areas)
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
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.
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