Avenue CDC, Homebuyer Education & Affordable Homes

Avenue Community Development Corporation

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Avenue CDC, Homebuyer Education & Affordable Homes is available in Houston, TX.

Avenue CDC serves over 7,000 Houstonians annually through affordable homeownership, family asset building, and community initiatives. Avenue collaborates with the City of Houston to deliver HUD-approved homebuyer education required for down payment assistance programs and builds energy-efficient affordable homes in Houston neighborhoods. Programs support first-time buyers and low-to-moderate income residents.

Homebuyer education is often low-cost or free; home prices are below market in target neighborhoods.

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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

Key Details

  • Serves low- to moderate-income Houston residents
  • HUD-approved homebuyer education required for most city/state DPA programs
  • Builds and sells energy-efficient affordable homes below market value
  • Family asset building services including financial coaching
  • Contact Avenue CDC at avenuecdc.org for current program enrollment

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

800-569-4287

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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 Houston early keeps your application moving.

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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).
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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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.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for Avenue CDC, Homebuyer Education & Affordable Homes in Houston, TX?

Apply directly with Avenue Community Development Corporation using the official program link on this page or call 800-569-4287. There is no middleman and no fee.

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