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Harris County Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP)

Harris County Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) is a forgivable down payment assistance loan from Harris County Community Services Department / Housing & Community Development. Serves Harris. For first-time buyers. Income limit: At or below 80% AMI.

Amount varies by program
Listed as open as of May 26, 2026

Serves Harris.

First-time buyerRequired
Income limitAt or below 80% AMI
Minimum credit score580
Homebuyer educationRequired
OccupationsAny
Sales price cap$261,000 existing / $268,000 new construction
ForgivableYes
Amount notesUp to $23,800
NotesHas not owned home in past 3 years.
Phone832-927-4955
Source Harris County Community Services Department / Housing & Community Development·official program page·Listed
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Provider: Harris County Community Services Department / Housing & Community Development · program details at the provider’s site.

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