See programs you qualify for
Get Matched Free →Parkersburg/Wood County Down Payment Assistance Program
Funding status: Active
How much assistance
Up to $15,000 for down payment and closing costs
Forgivable if the buyer remains in the home for the required period (5 to 7 years depending on loan amount). Zero-interest loan with no monthly payments during the forgiveness period.
Eligibility
- Income limits: At or below 80% of Area Median Income for Wood County (e.g., approximately $56,800 for a family of four)
- Purchase price limit: $250,000
- First-time buyer required: Yes — Must be a first-time homebuyer.
- Geographic restrictions: Must purchase a single-family home within Wood County, WV.
- Homebuyer education required: Yes
How to Apply for Parkersburg/Wood County Down Payment Assistance Program
Download the DPAP application from the City of Parkersburg website, complete it, and return it to the Development Department. Contact (304) 424-8519 or email housing@parkersburgwv.gov. A minimum investment of $500 toward the purchase is required. Complete homebuyer education through Community Resources Inc. (CRI).
Free eligibility check
See every program you may qualify for
How soon are you looking to buy?
Question 1 of 6
housebuyerguides