City of Brentwood First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP)
City of Brentwood First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) is a deferred second loan for homebuyers in Brentwood, California.
The program asks for
- First-time homebuyer — the program sets its own definition
- The home is occupied as a primary residence
- A completed homebuyer education course, through Required - HUD-approved homebuyer education
- Sourced via Homebuyer Wallet (CA20250003). Borrower must contribute >= 3% of purchase price from personal funds. Must be first-time homebuyer (no California ownership in prior 3 years). Conventional fixed-rate loan in 1st position only.
- A home inside Brentwood city limits
It doesn’t cover
- Purchases above the $600,000 price cap
- Homes outside Brentwood
These are the program's own published rules, not a decision about any individual — the administering agency and a lender determine who actually qualifies.
Where it applies
Brentwood’s homesBrentwood’s homes, and the ones this program accepts
- 90% single-familysingle-family
- 3.5% townhousetownhouse
- 1.6% 2–4 units2–4 units
- 4.1% 5+ unitscondo & apartment buildings (5+ units)
- 0.8% mobile & othermobile home & other
A tick marks a kind of home the program’s record lists. The agency confirms it for the home you choose.
$836,600
Brentwood median home value
10.4%
built before 1980
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year. More about buying in Brentwood
How to apply
How to applyThree steps, in this order
Take a homebuyer education course
Required by the program, through Required - HUD-approved homebuyer education.
Contact the administering agency to reserve funds
Funds are reserved with the provider and are subject to availability.
Work with a lender who handles the program
Hey Prescott is not a lender and does not accept applications; this page describes the program so a homebuyer can take it to a lender or housing counselor.
Questions about this program
What is City of Brentwood First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP)?
City of Brentwood First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) is a deferred second loan for homebuyers in Brentwood, California. Tiered-interest deferred loan. Interest 7% / 5% / 3% — starts higher, decreases the longer borrower lives in the home. Deferred-payment loan up to $10,000 for first-time homebuyers purchasing in Brentwood city limits. First-come, first-served. Conventional fixed-rate first mortgage required. Funding comes from City of Brentwood Housing Division.
Do you have to pay it back?
City of Brentwood First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) is deferred, so no payments are due until the home is sold, refinanced, or the first mortgage is paid off. Repayment is triggered by sale, refinance, or change of primary residence. Forgiveness and repayment terms are set by the program and can change — confirm them on the official program page before applying.
Who qualifies?
City of Brentwood First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) is open to first-time homebuyers and homebuyers who will live in the home as their primary residence. "First-time homebuyer" usually means not having owned a home in the last three years, but the program sets its own definition. A homebuyer education course is required, through Required - HUD-approved homebuyer education. Sourced via Homebuyer Wallet (CA20250003). Borrower must contribute >= 3% of purchase price from personal funds. Must be first-time homebuyer (no California ownership in prior 3 years). Conventional fixed-rate loan in 1st position only.
What are the income limits?
City of Brentwood First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) sets its income limit as follows: Annual household income at or under 120% of AMI (Contra Costa County). The limit applies to total household income, not only the borrower’s. Area median income figures are published by HUD and updated annually, so check the current table for the county before relying on a number.
What kind of home can it be used for?
City of Brentwood First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) caps the purchase price at $600,000. Eligible property types include Single-family, Condo, Townhouse.
Where does it apply?
City of Brentwood First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) serves homebuyers purchasing in Brentwood, California.
How do you apply?
Applications for City of Brentwood First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) go through the administering agency. Hey Prescott is not a lender and does not accept applications; this page describes the program so a homebuyer can take it to a lender or housing counselor.
Also for Brentwood homebuyersOther programs open to Brentwood homebuyers
- RCF Connects Down Payment Assistance - Contra CostaUp to $10,000
- Community Housing Development Corporation (CHDC) CalHome DPA - Contra CostaDeferred
- GSFA Platinum Grant - Contra Costa County SpecificGrant
Whether two programs can be combined is up to each agency. Ask before you apply.
All 120 programs for BrentwoodProgram terms are set by the administering agency and can change; confirm on the official site before you apply.