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LA City Moderate Income Purchase Assistance (MIPA)

LA City Moderate Income Purchase Assistance (MIPA) is a deferred silent second (lottery) from Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD). Serves Los Angeles. Up to $135,000 toward a home purchase. For first-time buyers. Income limit: 120% AMI.

Up to $135,000
Lottery based as of April 10, 2026

Serves Los Angeles.

First-time buyerRequired
Income limit120% AMI
Minimum credit score640
Maximum DTI45%
Homebuyer educationRequired
Repayment0% int.; deferred; due on sale/refinance/transfer
StackingStacks: calhfa-myhome, calhfa-zip
NotesLottery-based for 80-120% AMI buyers in the City of LA.
Source Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD)·official program page·Listed
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Provider: Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD) · program details at the provider’s site.

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