Denton Homebuyer Assistance Program
Denton Homebuyer Assistance Program is a forgivable loan for homebuyers in Denton, Texas.
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
- Citizenship or immigration status: yes
- A home inside Denton city limits
It doesn’t cover
- Households above 80% of area median income
- Homes outside Denton
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 Denton 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.
Where it applies
Denton’s homesDenton’s homes, and the ones this program accepts
- 56.1% single-familysingle-family
- 2.6% townhousetownhouse
- 8.1% 2–4 units2–4 units
- 29.5% 5+ unitscondo & apartment buildings (5+ units)
- 3.7% 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.
$348,200
Denton median home value
26.9%
built before 1980
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year. More about buying in Denton
How to apply
How to applyThree steps, in this order
Take a homebuyer education course
Required by the program before funds are reserved.
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 Denton Homebuyer Assistance Program?
Denton Homebuyer Assistance Program is a forgivable loan for homebuyers in Denton, Texas. The City of Denton Homebuyer Assistance Program provides 0% interest forgivable loans for down payment and closing costs to low-to-moderate-income first-time homebuyers within Denton city limits. Two options: up to $14,900 with a 5-year affordability period, or up to $50,000 with a 15-year affordability period. Eligible properties include single-family homes, condos, and townhomes. Up to $50,000 in 0% interest forgivable loan. Option 1: up to $14,900 forgiven after 5 years. Option 2: up to $50,000 forgiven after 15 years. Covers condos and townhomes. HUD-approved homebuyer education required. Funding comes from Federal.
Do you have to pay it back?
Denton Homebuyer Assistance Program is forgiven after 15 years, so a homebuyer who stays that long does not repay it. Repayment is triggered by Sale, Refinance, and No Longer Primary. 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?
Denton Homebuyer Assistance Program 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. Citizenship or immigration status: yes.
What are the income limits?
Denton Homebuyer Assistance Program limits household income to 80% of the area median income, which varies by county and household size. Household income at or below 80% of AMI by household size. 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?
Denton Homebuyer Assistance Program can be used for Single-family. New construction is eligible.
Where does it apply?
Denton Homebuyer Assistance Program serves homebuyers purchasing in Denton, Texas.
How do you apply?
Applications for Denton 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.
Also for Denton homebuyersOther programs open to Denton homebuyers
- Denton Homebuyers Assistance ProgramUp to $50,000
- FHLBank Dallas HAVEN ProgramUp to $25,000
- FHLBank Dallas HELP ProgramUp to $25,000
Whether two programs can be combined is up to each agency. Ask before you apply.
All 114 programs for DentonProgram terms are set by the administering agency and can change; confirm on the official site before you apply.