USDA Section 504 Home Repair Program

USDA Rural Development

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Low-interest loans and grants for very low-income rural homeowners to repair, improve, or modernize homes or remove health and safety hazards. Grants available only to seniors (62+) who cannot repay a loan.

Estimate based on typical grant amount for eligible seniors

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Loans up to $40,000 at 1% interest for 20 years
  • Grants up to $10,000 for seniors 62+ unable to repay loan
  • Very low-income requirement (50% AMI or below)
  • Must own home in eligible rural area
  • Repairs must remove health/safety hazards

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Gurdon, AR can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Gurdon early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Deadline: Year-round applications accepted

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