Ohio Grants for Grads Down Payment Assistance

Ohio Housing Finance Agency

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About This Program

Ohio Grants for Grads Down Payment Assistance is available in Elyria, OH.

Down payment assistance grant for Ohio college graduates who earned their degree within the past 10 years. Available statewide including Elyria and Lorain County. Must be first-time homebuyer and meet income limits. Grant does not need to be repaid.

Grant of up to $6,000 for down payment and closing costs, no repayment

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

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

In Elyria, OH, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • $6,000 grant for recent Ohio college graduates
  • Degree earned within past 10 years
  • First-time homebuyers only
  • Available statewide including Elyria
  • No repayment required

How to Apply

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

Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

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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Frequently asked questions

How much can Ohio Grants for Grads Down Payment Assistance provide in Elyria, OH?

Up to $6,000 grant.

How do I apply for Ohio Grants for Grads Down Payment Assistance in Elyria, OH?

Apply directly with Ohio Housing Finance Agency using the official program link on this page or call (888) 362-6432. There is no middleman and no fee.

Need a Contractor for This Grant?

Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.

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