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Wichita Section 8 Home Ownership Program

Administered by:

City of Wichita Housing & Community Services Department
· City · Deferred Loan

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Housing Choice Voucher applied toward monthly mortgage payments for up to 15 years

Voucher assistance secured with a mortgage. For up to 10 years after purchase, the City recaptures a percentage of assistance if the buyer sells or refinances.

Eligibility

  • Income limits:
    Minimum household income of $10,300 per year. Must be an active Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) client.
  • First-time buyer required: Yes
    Must not have owned a home in the past 3 years (some exceptions apply).
  • Geographic restrictions:
    Wichita city limits. Buyer must qualify with a local lending institution at reasonable and customary interest rates.
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for Wichita Section 8 Home Ownership Program

Step 1: Contact the Wichita Home Ownership Department at 316-462-3700 to request an application for the Section 8 Home Ownership Program. Applicant must contribute minimum $1,000 toward purchase contract (loan application fees, earnest money, inspection fees, and prepaid costs may count toward this).

Notes

Combines voucher rental assistance with a path to ownership for active HCV recipients. Can be paired with HOMEownership 80 for additional down payment help.

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