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Get Matched Free →Northampton County First-Time Homebuyer Program
Funding status: Active
How much assistance
Up to $10,000
20% forgiven each year of owner-occupancy. Fully forgiven after 5 years. No monthly payment and no interest charged.
Eligibility
- Income limits: At or below 80% of Area Median Income for the Lehigh Valley
- First-time buyer required: Yes — Must not have owned a home in the past 3 years.
- Geographic restrictions: Must purchase a home in Northampton County.
- Homebuyer education required: Yes
How to Apply for Northampton County First-Time Homebuyer Program
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis through the Northampton County Department of Community and Economic Development. You must obtain a primary mortgage from a partner financial institution and complete a free half-day HUD-certified Homebuyer Education Counseling Program before closing.