City of Philadelphia
Housing and Community - Philly First Home
Provides up to $10,000 (or 6% of the purchase price whichever is less) in assistance. Funds can be used towards a down payment and/or closing cost.
Eligibility: The homebuyer must:
A) Be a first time homebuyer or a buyer who has not owned a home for at least three years
B) Purchase a home in Philadelphia
C) Have a household income at or below 100% Area Median Income
D) Complete housing counseling at a DHCD funded housing counseling agency
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.
Phone/FAX Numbers
  • (215) 686-9749
Email Address: MDO@phila.gov
Fee Amounts: Call for details.
Intake Procedure: Contact a city funded housing counseling agency. List of agencies can be found through the intake website.

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Geographical Area: Philadelphia County
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City of Philadelphia
Housing and Community - Philly First Home
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