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El Cajon Homebuyer Assistance

El Cajon Homebuyer Assistance is a shared-appreciation equity loan from City of El Cajon Housing Division. Serves San Diego. Up to $100,000 toward a home purchase. For first-time buyers. Income limit: 80% AMI.

Up to $100,000
Listed as open as of April 10, 2026

Serves San Diego.

First-time buyerRequired
Income limit80% AMI
Minimum credit score640
Repayment0% int.; shared appreciation
Shared appreciationYes
StackingStacks: calhfa-myhome
NotesEl Cajon shared-appreciation program. Up to $100K for SFR.
Source City of El Cajon Housing Division·official program page·Listed
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Provider: City of El Cajon Housing Division · program details at the provider’s site.

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