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Irvine HOP

Irvine HOP is a deferred 2nd 2% from City of Irvine Housing Auth. Serves Irvine. Up to $70,000 toward a home purchase. First-time buyer status is not required. Income limit: 100-120% AMI.

Up to $70,000
Listed as open as of May 2026

Serves Irvine.

First-time buyerNot required
Income limit100-120% AMI
Minimum credit score640
Maximum DTI43%
Homebuyer educationRequired (HUD-approved 8-hr or eHome)
OccupationsAffordable units
Property typesSFR, condo, townhome
OccupancyOwner-occupied primary
Eligible loan productsFHA/Conv/VA/USDA
Sales price cap600000
Repayment30-yr silent 2% 2nd
StackingLayers with CalHFA, GSFA
Source City of Irvine Housing Auth·official program page·Listed
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Provider: City of Irvine Housing Auth · program details at the provider’s site.

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