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Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance Program

Provides financial assistance to eligible first-time homebuyers who are interested in purchasing an existing or newly constructed home in the City of Pittsburgh.

Physical Address

412 Boulevard of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Application process

Submit completed applications online or via mail. Call for additional details.

Fee

First-time homeowners under 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) can receive up to $7,500 for down payment and closing cost assistance in the form of a 0% interest, 5-year deferred loan.* First-time homeowners between 80% of AMI and 115% of AMI can receive up to $5,000 for down payment and closing cost assistance in the form of a 0% interest, 10-year deferred loan.* No payments are made during the term of the loan if residency requirements are met.

Eligibility

Please refer to the eligibility website for income eligibility requirements.

Languages

Translation service available

Service area

Pittsburgh, PA

Agency info

Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh

Works to build a prosperous and equitable economy for all of Pittsburgh. Helps to bridge public and private interests to invest in meaningful equitable developments that promote housing affordability, economic mobility, entrepreneurship and neighborhood revitalization. Creates and sustains quality jobs, thriving neighborhoods, healthy communities and sustainable businesses for the benefit of all Pittsburghers.