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DC Open Doors

DC Open Doors is a dpa 3-3.5% from DCHFA. Available statewide in District of Columbia. For first-time buyers. Income limit: Up to 110% AMI ($275,400 cap 2025).

Amount varies by program
Listed as open as of May 2026

Available statewide in District of Columbia.

First-time buyerRequired
Income limitUp to 110% AMI ($275,400 cap 2025)
Minimum credit score620
Homebuyer educationRequired (HFA-approved (Framework, eHome, NeighborWorks, etc.))
OccupationsStatewide DC
Property types1-4 family, condo, co-op
OccupancyOwner-occupied primary
Eligible loan productsFHA/Conv
Sales price capStd mortgage
Repayment0% non-amortizing recapturable 5 yrs
StackingPairs with HPAP
Source DCHFA·official program page·Listed
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Provider: DCHFA · program details at the provider’s site.

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