MassHousing Septic Repair Loan

Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Low-interest loan program for septic system repair or replacement. Offers 3% fixed interest rate with up to 7-year term. Available to Wellesley homeowners who own and occupy a one- to four-family residence and need septic system work.

Loan at 3% interest, typical monthly payment ~$500 for $30,000 over 7 years

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-17.

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

Key Details

  • Low-interest loan up to $40,000 for septic repair
  • 3% fixed interest rate, up to 7-year term
  • Available to owner-occupied 1-4 family homes
  • No income limits or credit score minimums
  • Covers repair, replacement, or new systems

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Wellesley, MA 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 Wellesley early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

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Your application paperwork

The MassHousing Septic Repair Loan Program, run with the state Department of Environmental Protection and community lenders, is an affordable way to repair or replace a failing or Title 5 non-compliant septic system. Loans are made through MassHousing lending partners, and income limits vary by community and by the interest rate tier (0, 3, or 5 percent).

Steps to apply

  1. Confirm your septic system is failing or not compliant with Title 5 and that you meet the income limit for your area.
  2. Get an estimate for the septic repair or replacement.
  3. Contact a MassHousing septic loan participating lender serving your community.
  4. Complete the lender's application and close the septic repair loan.

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and occupy the home.
  • Documentation that the septic system is failing or Title 5 non-compliant.
  • Proof of household income (limits vary by community).
  • The repair or replacement estimate and the lender's application.

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Ongoing program

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