OHFA Grants for Grads — Recent Graduate Down Payment Assistance

About This Program

Discounted mortgage rate plus down payment assistance for Ohio residents who graduated within the last 18 months with an associate's, bachelor's, master's, doctorate, or post-graduate degree. DPA forgiven after 5 years of Ohio residency. Incentive for graduates to stay and buy in Ohio. First-time homebuyer status required. Income and purchase price limits apply.

Graduated in last 18 months; first-time homebuyer

Key Details

• Graduated in last 18 months from accredited institution
• Down payment assistance: 3% (conventional) or 3.5% (FHA/VA/USDA)
• DPA forgiven after 5 years of Ohio residency
• Discounted mortgage interest rate included
• First-time homebuyer status required | 888-362-6432

How to Apply

Deadline: Year-round through OHFA-approved lenders