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Corpus Christi Homebuyer Assistance Program

Corpus Christi Homebuyer Assistance Program is a forgivable loan for homebuyers in Corpus Christi, Texas.

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The program asks for

  • First-time homebuyer — with exceptions: Not owned home in last 3 years; displaced homemakers may qualify
  • The home is occupied as a primary residence
  • A completed homebuyer education course
  • Must purchase within Corpus Christi city limits. First-time homebuyer required (not owned in last 3 years). Existing homes: max price $173,000; new construction: max price $238,000. HUD-approved homebuyer education course required. Must work with approved participating lender. Minimum 1% borrower contribution may be required.
  • A home inside Corpus Christi city limits

It doesn’t cover

  • Purchases above the $238,000 price cap
  • Households above 80% of area median income
  • Homes outside Corpus Christi

These are the program's own published rules, not a decision about any individual — the administering agency and a lender determine who actually qualifies.

Income limit

80% of Nueces County’s area median income

HUD sets the area median income each year. The limit changes with household size, so a family of five has a higher limit than a single homebuyer.

$83,700
Area median income, 4-person household (HUD, 2026)

Where it applies

Corpus Christi’s homes

  • 64.4% single-family
  • 2.1% townhouse
  • 8.4% 2–4 units
  • 21.7% 5+ units
  • 3.4% mobile & other

A tick marks a kind of home the program’s record lists. The agency confirms it for the home you choose.

$210,400

Corpus Christi median home value

46.1%

built before 1980

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year. More about buying in Corpus Christi

How to apply

  1. Take a homebuyer education course

    Required by the program before funds are reserved.

  2. Contact the administering agency to reserve funds

    Funds are reserved with the provider and are subject to availability.

  3. 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 Corpus Christi Homebuyer Assistance Program?

Corpus Christi Homebuyer Assistance Program is a forgivable loan for homebuyers in Corpus Christi, Texas. City of Corpus Christi program providing up to $35,000 in 0% interest forgivable loans for down payment (up to $25,000) and closing costs (up to $10,000). Loan is forgiven over 5-10 years based on assistance amount. Available to first-time homebuyers at or below 80% AMI purchasing within Corpus Christi city limits. Funded through HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program. Up to $25,000 for down payment and up to $10,000 for closing costs (total up to $35,000). 0% interest forgivable loan. forgiven over 5 years (amounts under $15,000) or 10 years (amounts $15,000+). no monthly payments. available to households at or below 80% AMI. funded through federal HOME Investment Partnerships Program. Funding comes from Federal.

How much assistance does it provide?

Corpus Christi Homebuyer Assistance Program offers up to $35,000 in assistance. The program can be combined with other assistance, subject to the rules of each. Amounts are the program's published maximums, not an offer — the administering agency determines any individual award.

Do you have to pay it back?

Corpus Christi Homebuyer Assistance Program is forgiven after 10 years, so a homebuyer who stays that long does not repay it. Repayment is triggered by Sale, Refinance, and Transfer of Title. The assistance is recorded in 2nd Lien position. Forgiveness and repayment terms are set by the program and can change — confirm them on the official program page before applying.

Who qualifies?

Corpus Christi Homebuyer Assistance Program is open to first-time homebuyers and homebuyers who will live in the home as their primary residence. "First-time" has exceptions here: Not owned home in last 3 years; displaced homemakers may qualify. A homebuyer education course is required. Must purchase within Corpus Christi city limits. First-time homebuyer required (not owned in last 3 years). Existing homes: max price $173,000; new construction: max price $238,000. HUD-approved homebuyer education course required. Must work with approved participating lender. Minimum 1% borrower contribution may be required.

What are the income limits?

Corpus Christi Homebuyer Assistance Program limits household income to 80% of the area median income, which varies by county and household size. 1 person: $38,850; 2 person: $44,400; 3 person: $49,950; 4 person: $55,450; 5 person: $59,900 (2024 Nueces County limits). 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?

Corpus Christi Homebuyer Assistance Program caps the purchase price at $238,000. Eligible property types include Single Family. New construction is eligible.

Where does it apply?

Corpus Christi Homebuyer Assistance Program serves homebuyers purchasing in Corpus Christi, Texas.

How do you apply?

Applications for Corpus Christi Homebuyer Assistance Program go through the administering agency, 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.

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Whether two programs can be combined is up to each agency. Ask before you apply.

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Program terms are set by the administering agency and can change; confirm on the official site before you apply.