Do I have to be a first-time buyer for Santa Barbara County HOME Homebuyer Program?

Yes. The program lists a first-time buyer requirement.

Is there an income limit?

Yes. The listed income limit is 80% AMI.

Santa Barbara County HOME Homebuyer Program

Santa Barbara County HOME Homebuyer Program is a home-funded deferred loan from Santa Barbara County Housing & Community Development. Serves Santa Barbara. For first-time buyers. Income limit: 80% AMI.

Amount varies by program

Listed as open as of May 26, 2026

Serves Santa Barbara.

First-time buyer	Required
Income limit	80% AMI
Homebuyer education	Required
Sales price cap	Per HOME 95% median
Amount notes	Varies
Notes	Delivered through HTF and CHDOs.
Phone	805-568-3520

Source Santa Barbara County Housing & Community Development·official program page·Listed May 26, 2026

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Provider: Santa Barbara County Housing & Community Development · program details at the provider’s site.

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