Bank of America Down Payment Grant
Bank of America Down Payment Grant is a grant for homebuyers in New Jersey, administered by Bank of America, N.A.
The program asks for
- First-time homebuyer — the program sets its own definition
- The home is occupied as a primary residence
- Lender-specific (BofA loans). First-time buyer (no ownership in prior 3 years). Select markets only - NJ markets not enumerated on official page; confirm via BofA Down Payment Center.
- A home in New Jersey
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
New Jersey’s homesNew Jersey’s homes, and the ones this program accepts
- 52.6% single-familysingle-family
- 10% townhousetownhouse
- 14.7% 2–4 units2–4 units
- 21.8% 5+ unitscondo & apartment buildings (5+ units)
- 1% 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.
$454,400
New Jersey median home value
62.8%
built before 1980
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year.
How to apply
How to applyTwo steps, in this order
Contact Bank of America, N.A. 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 Bank of America Down Payment Grant?
Bank of America Down Payment Grant is a grant for homebuyers in New Jersey, administered by Bank of America, N.A. Part of BofA's Community Homeownership Commitment, the Down Payment Grant provides up to 3% of the purchase price (up to $10,000) toward the down payment in select markets, with no repayment. First-time homebuyer (no ownership in prior 3 years); not available with all products. Combinable with America's Home Grant for up to $17,500. Up to $10,000 (3% of price) toward down payment. No repayment. Combinable with America's Home Grant (up to $17,500). Funding comes from Bank of America Community Homeownership Commitment.
How much assistance does it provide?
Bank of America Down Payment Grant offers up to $10,000 in assistance. Amounts are the program's published maximums, not an offer — Bank of America, N.A. determines any individual award.
Do you have to pay it back?
Bank of America Down Payment Grant is structured as a grant, so it is not repaid. Repayment is triggered by None - grant, no repayment. Forgiveness and repayment terms are set by the program and can change — confirm them on the official program page before applying.
Who qualifies?
Bank of America Down Payment Grant 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. Lender-specific (BofA loans). First-time buyer (no ownership in prior 3 years). Select markets only - NJ markets not enumerated on official page; confirm via BofA Down Payment Center.
What are the income limits?
Bank of America Down Payment Grant sets its income limit as follows: Income limits apply but specific figures not published; determined by a BofA lending specialist by market. 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?
Bank of America Down Payment Grant can be used for Single Family, Condo, and Townhouse.
Where does it apply?
Bank of America Down Payment Grant serves homebuyers purchasing anywhere in New Jersey. The program targets specific areas: Available in select markets. NJ availability confirmed via active BofA lending specialists (Newark/Jersey City metro); specific NJ markets confirmed via BofA Down Payment Center.
How do you apply?
Applications for Bank of America Down Payment Grant go through Bank of America, N.A., 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 New Jersey homebuyersOther programs open to New Jersey homebuyers
- Homebuyer Dream Program (HDP)Up to $30,000
- Homebuyer Dream Program Plus (HDP Plus)Up to $30,000
- Homebuyer Dream Program Wealth BuilderUp to $30,000
Whether two programs can be combined is up to each agency. Ask before you apply.
All 81 programs for New JerseyProgram terms are set by Bank of America, N.A. and can change; confirm on the official site before you apply.