Washington Neighborhood Homebuyer Loan Program (City of Dubuque)
Washington Neighborhood Homebuyer Loan Program (City of Dubuque) is a deferred second loan for homebuyers in Dubuque, Iowa, administered by City of Dubuque Housing & Community Development Department.
The program asks for
- The home is occupied as a primary residence
- A completed homebuyer education course, through Finally Home! homebuyer education
- Must complete Finally Home! education; property must be within Washington Neighborhood boundaries. Income guidelines not published — confirm before publish.
- A home inside Dubuque city limits
It doesn’t cover
- Homes outside Dubuque
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
Dubuque’s homesDubuque’s homes, and the ones this program accepts
- 62.8% single-familysingle-family
- 4.3% townhousetownhouse
- 12.3% 2–4 units2–4 units
- 17.8% 5+ unitscondo & apartment buildings (5+ units)
- 2.7% 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.
$204,800
Dubuque median home value
72.5%
built before 1980
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year. More about buying in Dubuque
How to apply
How to applyThree steps, in this order
Take a homebuyer education course
Required by the program, through Finally Home! homebuyer education.
Contact City of Dubuque Housing & Community Development Department 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 Washington Neighborhood Homebuyer Loan Program (City of Dubuque)?
Washington Neighborhood Homebuyer Loan Program (City of Dubuque) is a deferred second loan for homebuyers in Dubuque, Iowa, administered by City of Dubuque Housing & Community Development Department. A place-based City of Dubuque program providing long-term, no-interest (0%) loans in varying amounts (based on household size and annual income) to buy any owner-occupied single-family or duplex home within the Washington Neighborhood (11th Street to 32nd Street, Elm to Central). 0% interest long-term loan in varying amounts based on household size and income. Targeted to the Washington Neighborhood.
Do you have to pay it back?
Washington Neighborhood Homebuyer Loan Program (City of Dubuque) is deferred, so no payments are due until the home is sold, refinanced, or the first mortgage is paid off. Forgiveness and repayment terms are set by the program and can change — confirm them on the official program page before applying.
Who qualifies?
Washington Neighborhood Homebuyer Loan Program (City of Dubuque) is open to homebuyers who will live in the home as their primary residence. A homebuyer education course is required, through Finally Home! homebuyer education. Must complete Finally Home! education; property must be within Washington Neighborhood boundaries. Income guidelines not published — confirm before publish.
What are the income limits?
Washington Neighborhood Homebuyer Loan Program (City of Dubuque) sets its income limit as follows: Loan amount varies by household size and annual income (income guidelines not published; confirm with City). 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?
Washington Neighborhood Homebuyer Loan Program (City of Dubuque) can be used for Single Family and Duplex.
Where does it apply?
Washington Neighborhood Homebuyer Loan Program (City of Dubuque) serves homebuyers purchasing in Dubuque, Iowa. The program targets specific areas: Washington Neighborhood: 11th Street to 32nd Street, Elm to Central, Dubuque. Targeted neighborhoods: Washington Neighborhood, Dubuque.
How do you apply?
Applications for Washington Neighborhood Homebuyer Loan Program (City of Dubuque) go through City of Dubuque Housing & Community Development Department, which publishes the current terms and the application steps on its own site. 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 Dubuque homebuyersOther programs open to Dubuque homebuyers
- First-Time Homebuyer Loan Program (City of Dubuque)Up to $25,000
- Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Corporation Housing Trust Fund - Down Payment AssistanceUp to $10,000
- Dupaco / Fannie Mae HomeReady Down Payment AssistanceUp to $2,500
Whether two programs can be combined is up to each agency. Ask before you apply.
All 77 programs for DubuqueProgram terms are set by City of Dubuque Housing & Community Development Department and can change; confirm on the official site before you apply.