City of Austin program providing up to $40,000 as a 0% interest forgivable loan for down payment and closing costs. Loan is forgiven after 10 years of owner-occupancy (or 5 years for amounts under $15,000). Available to first-time homebuyers at or below 80% AMI purchasing within Austin city limits.
Short reads on how it works, in plain language. Free, no sign-up needed to read.
Free course from Hey Prescott
A short, free course on Austin Down Payment Assistance Program: what it is, who it is for, how it is forgiven, where it applies and how to apply. Based on program data from July 2026. About ten minutes.
5 modules · About 10 minutes
Program details are sourced from public agency data and may change. Confirm eligibility with a Hey Prescott loan officer before applying.