USDA Section 504 Home Repair Program

U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development

Available Home Repair

About This Program

USDA Section 504 Home Repair Program is available to homeowners in Kendall, FL.

USDA provides low-interest loans and grants to very low-income homeowners in eligible rural areas to repair or improve their homes. Grants up to $10,000 available for seniors 62+ to remove health and safety hazards.

Low-interest loan up to $40,000; seniors may qualify for grant up to $10,000

Federal program, maintained from the official federal source.

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

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

Key Details

  • Loans up to $40,000 at 1% interest for 20 years
  • Grants up to $10,000 for seniors 62+ to remove hazards
  • Very low income required (50% AMI or below)
  • Must be in USDA-eligible rural area
  • Owner-occupied homes only

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Kendall, FL 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 Kendall 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.

Your application paperwork

Form to file: USDA Form RD 410-4 (with RD 3550-1 and RD 3550-4)

Very low income rural homeowners can get a loan to repair or modernize their home, and homeowners age 62 and older can get a grant to remove health and safety hazards. Loans and grants combine up to 50,000 dollars, with grants capped at 10,000 dollars. You apply through your local USDA Rural Development office.

Steps to apply

  1. Check that your address is in an eligible rural area on the USDA eligibility site.
  2. Contact your local USDA Rural Development office.
  3. Complete the application packet (Form RD 410-4, plus RD 3550-1 and RD 3550-4).
  4. USDA verifies your income, age, and eligibility, then approves the repair work.

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home.
  • Income verification for your household.
  • Proof of age (for the grant, age 62 or older).
  • Estimates for the repair work.

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, contact local USDA office

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for USDA Section 504 Home Repair Program in Kendall?

USDA Section 504 Home Repair Program is open to homeowners in Kendall, FL. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for USDA Section 504 Home Repair Program in Kendall, FL?

Apply directly with U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development using the official program link on this page or call (305) 715-4426. There is no middleman and no fee.

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