Effective May 22, 2026:
Program: Detroit Down Payment Assistance Program (DPA) – Phase III
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The City of Detroit’s Down Payment Assistance Program is funded with $9 million from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Community Development Block Grant Disaster Relief (CDBG-DR) funds.
If you were impacted by the August 2023 flooding in the City of Detroit your application will be prioritized. Documentation needed by residents impacted by the August 2023 flooding are a copy of your FEMA claim or DWSD claim.
Make under area median income per household:
| Household Size | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
| 80% AMI | $56,600 | $64,650 | $72,750 | $80,800 | $87,300 | $93,750 | $100,200 | $106,700 |
How Do I Sign Up?
Effective May 22, 2026:
Program: Detroit Down Payment Assistance Program (DPA) – Phase III
Detroit Housing Resource Helpline
Process for homebuyer assistance
This page serves as the central resource for participating lenders and real estate professionals to stay informed on program updates, access tools, and ensure alignment with current program requirements.
Determine whether the borrower has a potential unmet need before requesting Detroit DPA funds
Information on Visual Lead Inspection Best Practices Guide
How to apply for Down Payment assistance
Down payment assistance FAQs