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HPAP is DC’s flagship down payment and closing cost assistance program, offering up to $202,000 in gap financing plus $4,000 in closing cost help so first-time homebuyers can afford a primary residence in the District of Columbia with far less cash upfront.

Eligible for: Head-of-household first-time homebuyers (no ownership interest in any residence in past 3 years) who are very-low to moderate-income by DHCD…

Funding: Up to $202,000 for down payment assistance plus up to $4,000 for closing costs for eligible first-time homebuyers.RollingCityIndividualDown payment assistanceClosing cost assistanceGap financing

This HPAP detail page lays out who qualifies, how much assistance is available, and the exact steps to apply, making it a key reference for first-time DC buyers trying to understand income limits, contribution requirements and loan repayment terms.

Eligible for: Must be head of household, a first-time homebuyer, very-low to moderate-income by DHCD standards, have no ownership interest in residential …

Funding: Up to $202,000 gap financing plus up to $4,000 closing cost assistance for first-time buyers under income thresholds.RollingCityIndividualDown payment assistanceClosing cost assistanceGap financing

EAHP offers eligible District government employees a powerful mix of 0% deferred loans and grants that help cover down payment and closing costs on a first home in DC, with enhanced benefits available for first responders and educators.

Eligible for: Full-time DC government employees in good standing (no recent adverse action) with at least one year of service, purchasing their first home…

Funding: Up to $10,000 down payment assistance (recoverable grant) plus a matching funds grant up to $15,000 depending on employer and applicant occupation.CityIndividualDown payment assistanceClosing cost assistance