USDA Section 504 Home Repair Loan & Grant

USDA Rural Development

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Low-interest loans and grants for very-low-income homeowners in rural areas to repair, improve, or modernize their homes or remove health and safety hazards. Seniors 62+ may qualify for grant assistance up to $10,000 for accessibility improvements.

Grant portion for seniors 62+ removing health/safety hazards; loan at 1% interest for additional repairs

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

Key Details

  • Low-interest loans up to $40,000 at 1% APR
  • Grants up to $10,000 for seniors 62+ for accessibility
  • Very low income required (50% AMI or below)
  • Must be in rural area (Hailey qualifies)
  • Covers health/safety hazards and accessibility modifications

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Hailey, ID 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 Hailey 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: Rolling applications year-round

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