Affordable Ownership Housing

Homebuyers – Downpayment Assistance Program

To learn more about the various homebuyer programs currently offered by the City, please visit the City’s Homebuyer webpage.

The income limits for homebuyer loans offered by the City of San José depend on the funding source of the loan:

  • Funding/Assistance Source: Inclusionary Housing Program
  • Program Name and Description: Downpayment Assistance
  • Income Limits: 2024 HCD Income Limits
  • Income Limits Source: CA HCD (California Department of Housing and Community Development)

If you are unsure about the funding source of your homebuyer assistance program or if your assistance has multiple funding sources, please contact Jovette Armenta for further assistance.

Homeowners – Housing Repair Program

The City offers financial assistance to income-qualified homeowners for health and safety related repairs. For homeowner repair programs currently being offered, please visit the City’s Homeowner webpage.

  • Funding/Assistance Source: Community Development Block Grant
  • Program Name and Description: Home Repair Program
  • Income Limits: 2024 CDBG Income Limits
  • Income Limits Source: U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD)

For more information, please contact the Grants Team at 408-535-3860 or housinggrants@sanjoseca.gov for further assistance.

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