Down Payment Assistance (First-Time Homebuyers) (VA)
Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) · Fairfax County, Virginia
At a glance: Up to $50,000. First-time buyer: Required. Checked against the official page on Nov 3, 2026.
| Assistance type | Not verified on the official page — check the source |
|---|---|
| Amount | Up to $50,000 |
| Income limit | At or below 80% of AMI (about $131,000 for a family of four) |
| Purchase price limit | Not verified on the official page — check the source |
| First-time buyer rule | Required |
| Status | Offered |
| Status note | Not verified on the official page — check the source |
| Details | Funds can reduce the first mortgage principal, pay closing costs or buy down points. Source is an FCRHA announcement, so confirm current funding with FCRHA. |
| Official source | https://www.fcrha.org/post/new-program-to-boost-buying-power-of-first-time-homebuyers (opens in new tab) |
| Last checked | Nov 3, 2026 (automated fetch) |
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Other Virginia programs
- Moderate-Income Purchase Assistance Program (MIPAP) — Up to 25% of the purchase price (capped at $120,000 for 1-3 persons; $130,000 for 4+)
- Down Payment Assistance Grant — amount not verified
- Virginia Housing Plus Second Mortgage — Up to 5% of the purchase price
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Common questions
How much is Down Payment Assistance (First-Time Homebuyers)?
Up to $50,000 (per the official page, checked Nov 3, 2026).
Do I have to be a first-time homebuyer for Down Payment Assistance (First-Time Homebuyers)?
Required.
What is the income limit for Down Payment Assistance (First-Time Homebuyers)?
At or below 80% of AMI (about $131,000 for a family of four).
How does Down Payment Assistance (First-Time Homebuyers) work?
Funds can reduce the first mortgage principal, pay closing costs or buy down points. Source is an FCRHA announcement, so confirm current funding with FCRHA.
Is Down Payment Assistance (First-Time Homebuyers) still available in 2026?
The official page listed it as offered when we last checked on Nov 3, 2026. Funding can change, so confirm with the administrator.
Who runs Down Payment Assistance (First-Time Homebuyers)?
Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA), Fairfax County, Virginia. Apply through the program or one of its participating lenders.
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