Seminole County Purchase Assistance Program
Funding status: Waitlist
How much assistance
Up to $145,000 (Forgivable Loan)
Zero-interest deferred loan. Assistance amount and forgiveness terms depend on income level.
Eligibility
- Income limits: Household income at or below 120% of Area Median Income (AMI)
- First-time buyer required: Yes — Must not have owned a home or had an interest in a home during the three-year period immediately prior to applying.
- Geographic restrictions: Home must be located within Seminole County, Florida.
- Homebuyer education required: Yes
How to Apply for Seminole County Purchase Assistance Program
Step 1: Apply through HELP CDC, the HUD-certified housing counseling partner for Seminole County. Contact HELP CDC at 407-628-4832 to be placed on the notification list. Must be pre-approved for a first mortgage through a Seminole County-approved lender.
Notes
As of early 2025 the waiting list is closed. Contact HELP CDC at 407-628-4832 to be notified when it reopens. Assistance amount varies by income level up to $145,000 for down payment and closing costs on new construction or existing homes.