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City of San Mateo First-Time Homebuyer Program

City of San Mateo First-Time Homebuyer Program is a deferred loan + bmr ownership from City of San Mateo Neighborhood Improvement & Housing Division. Serves San Mateo. For first-time buyers. Income limit: Up to 120% AMI.

Amount varies by program
Listed as open as of May 26, 2026

Serves San Mateo.

First-time buyerRequired
Income limitUp to 120% AMI
Homebuyer educationRequired
Sales price capPer program
Amount notesVaries by program
NotesMultiple loan products + BMR ownership
Phone(650) 522-7220
Source City of San Mateo Neighborhood Improvement & Housing Division·official program page·Listed
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Provider: City of San Mateo Neighborhood Improvement & Housing Division · program details at the provider’s site.

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