PHFA HOMEstead Down Payment Assistance
Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA)
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs PHFA HOMEstead Down Payment Assistance in its Pittsburgh, PA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
No-interest second mortgage up to $10,000 for down payment and closing costs. Forgiven 20% per year over 5 years if homebuyer stays. Must be used with PHFA Keystone Home Loan. Not available in all PA counties, verify Allegheny County availability.
First-time buyer, paired with PHFA Keystone Home Loan
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Pittsburgh, PA, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- URA Homeowner Assistance Program Up to $35,000 grant
- OwnPGH Homeownership Program Up to $90,000 grant
- URA Down Payment & Closing Cost Assistance Up to $7,500 (below 80% AMI) or $5,000 (80-115% AMI)
- URA Home Accessibility Program for Independence (HAPI) Up to $15,000 per single-unit home
Key Details
- Forgiven at 20%/year, fully forgiven if you stay 5 years
- 0% interest second mortgage, minimum $1,000
- Must use PHFA Keystone Home Loan as first mortgage
- Verify Allegheny County availability at phfa.org
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: First-come, first-served, check phfa.org for availability
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for PHFA HOMEstead Down Payment Assistance in Pittsburgh, PA?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $10,000 forgivable loan. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for PHFA HOMEstead Down Payment Assistance in Pittsburgh?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for PHFA HOMEstead Down Payment Assistance in Pittsburgh, PA?
Confirm the application route directly with Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA); use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 1-855-827-3466. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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