Homebuyer & Homeowner Resources
Below are a variety of programs, services, and resources for eligible homeowners and homebuyers.
Austin Housing has several home repair programs for income-eligible Austinites. These programs provide home repairs and modifications to help Austinites stay in their homes. Here you can review all our home repair programs and apply.
Buying a home in Austin? Income-eligible first-time homebuyers may qualify for our Down Payment Assistance program. Learn how to complete Homebuyer Education courses to qualify. You can also learn more about the Austin Community Land Trust.
Community Initiated Solutions (CIS) supports local organizations working to reduce the risk of transit-induced residential displacement within Project Connect corridors. Eligibility for the services provided is based on applicants’ household income and proximity to anticipated Project Connect transit lines. Learn more and check your eligibility.
The Displacement Prevention Navigator Program aims to help people stay in their homes with assistance from paid Navigators, people recruited from local communities. Acting as a bridge between communities and resource providers, Navigators will help renters and homeowners learn about and access housing resources from the City and other organizations.
Due to the rapid growth of our city, some homeowners may feel pressured by aggressive real estate investors and changing neighborhoods. Some homeowners may be feeling financial stress from maintaining their homes. Some may want to stay in Austin, but their homes need upgrades to make it safer to age-in-place.
Austin Housing has several home repair programs for income-eligible Austinites. These programs provide home repairs and modifications to help Austinites stay in their homes. Here you can review all our home repair programs and apply.
Buying a home in Austin? Income-eligible first-time homebuyers may qualify for our Down Payment Assistance program. Learn how to complete Homebuyer Education courses to qualify. You can also learn more about the Austin Community Land Trust.
Community Initiated Solutions (CIS) supports local organizations working to reduce the risk of transit-induced residential displacement within Project Connect corridors. Eligibility for the services provided is based on applicants’ household income and proximity to anticipated Project Connect transit lines. Learn more and check your eligibility.
The Displacement Prevention Navigator Program aims to help people stay in their homes with assistance from paid Navigators, people recruited from local communities. Acting as a bridge between communities and resource providers, Navigators will help renters and homeowners learn about and access housing resources from the City and other organizations.
Due to the rapid growth of our city, some homeowners may feel pressured by aggressive real estate investors and changing neighborhoods. Some homeowners may be feeling financial stress from maintaining their homes. Some may want to stay in Austin, but their homes need upgrades to make it safer to age-in-place.