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Philly First Home Program is a grant from the City of Philadelphia Division of Housing and Community Development that funds first-time homebuyers with down payment or closing cost assistance. Eligible buyers can receive up to ,000 or 6% of the purchase price, whichever is less, to help make homeownership more accessible in Philadelphia.
The program is designed to reduce the upfront financial barrier for residents entering the housing market for the first time. Applicants must meet eligibility criteria outlined by the Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation (PHDC) at phdcphila. org.
The program is ongoing with no fixed application deadline.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: First-time homebuyers in Philadelphia needing down payment or closing cost assistance; full eligibility at phdcphila.org. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $10,000 or 6% of the purchase price, whichever is less. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Philly First Home Program is funded by City of Philadelphia (Division of Housing and Community Development). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Pennsylvania. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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