Village of Hempstead CDA Down Payment Assistance Grant

Administered by: Village of Hempstead Community Development Agency · City · Grant

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

$25,000 (Grant)

Home must remain affordable and be the principal residence of the buyer for 15 years from the date of closing.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Household income must not exceed 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) for Nassau/Suffolk County, adjusted for household size.
  • First-time buyer required: Yes — Must be a first-time homebuyer.
  • Geographic restrictions: Must purchase in the Village of Hempstead.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for Village of Hempstead CDA Down Payment Assistance Grant

Step 1: Contact the Village of Hempstead CDA at 516-485-5737 ext. 221. Attend required homebuyer pre-purchase ownership counseling. Apply through the LIHP lottery process when homes become available.

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Notes

Funded with CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) funds from HUD. Homes are typically newly rehabilitated properties offered through a lottery system.

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