Homeownership Down Payment Assistance

The Homeownership Down Payment Assistance Program focuses on qualified families that fall below 80% of the area median income but are capable of qualifying and repaying a first mortgage.

The loan is a 0% interest deferred payment loan, due in full either at the end of the first mortgage term, upon resale, or conversion to a rental unit.

Download an application: Homeownership Down Payment Assistance Application (PDF)

Eligibility Requirements

Property must:

  • Be located in the Jacksonville City limits
  • Be new construction only
  • Meet standards of City's minimum housing code (pass a city inspection)
  • Be a single family, condo, townhouse, or FHA approved modular home
  • Be maintained as the buyer's principal residence

Applicant must:

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