Home Buyer Assistance

American Dream Down Payment Initiative (ADDI)

The amount of ADDI assistance provided to any low-income family cannot exceed six percent of the purchase price of a single family housing unit or $10,000, whichever is greater.

Qualifying Income Limits:

Household Size Household Income
1 $33,400
2 $38,150
3 $42,950
4 $47,700
5 $51,500
6 $55,350
7 $59,150
8 $62,950
  • Homebuyer must currently live in the City of Modesto, or in the sphere of influence with a Modesto address during the last six consecutive months, or be employed in the Modesto city limits for the past six consecutive months.
  • Homebuyer's FICO (Fair Isaac Company) credit score must be 610 or higher.
  • Homebuyer must provide a minimum initial investment of 1.5% of the sales price.
  • No monthly payments are required during the 30 year term of the loan.
  • Repayment required only upon the sale, refinance, transfer or rental of the property or maturity of the loan. 
Download
 ADDI Guidelines and Application View

For more information, call (209) 577-5311 or e-mail housing@modestogov.com.

 

Down Payment Assistance Program (DPAP)

Not accepting applications at this time.

The DPAP provides down payment assistance up to $60,000 to low-income families purchasing a home within the Modesto city limits.

Qualifying Income Limits:

Household Size Household Income
1 $33,400
2 $38,150
3 $42,950
4 $47,700
5 $51,500
6 $55,350
7 $59,150
8 $62,950
  • Homebuyer must currently live in the City of Modesto, or in the sphere of influence with a Modesto address during the last six consecutive months, or be employed in the Modesto city limits for the past six consecutive months.
  • Homebuyer's FICO (Fair Isaac Company) credit score must be 610 or higher.
  • Homebuyers must provide a minimum initial investment of 1.5% of the sales price.
  • Monthly principal only payments are required during the first five years. The loan begins to accrue interest at a rate of 3% in year six. Monthly amortized payments are required in years 6-30.
Download
DPAP Guidelines and Application View

For more information, call (209) 577-5311 or e-mail housing@modestogov.com.


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