City of El Cajon First-Time Homebuyer Program

Housing Program

City of El Cajon First-Time Homebuyer Program

Program description
A shared-equity deferred-payment assistance program for eligible low-income first-time homebuyers purchasing in El Cajon.
Maximum assistance
Condominium: up to 30% of purchase price, capped at $120,000; single-family home, townhouse or manufactured home: up to 30% of purchase price, capped at $170,000
Repayment
Yes

Program categories

Organization

Important considerations

Deferred-payment shared-equity structure with a 30-year term. Repayment is generally due upon sale, non-owner occupancy or end of term. Equity-share forgiveness applies after the affordability period, subject to program rules.

Eligibility & program information

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Status
Active
Additional Info

Current maximum assistance and purchase price limits should be verified against the latest SDHC program summary and guidelines.

Coverage Type
City
Resources
City of El Cajon First-Time Homebuyer Program Official Website
Eligibility Requirements
First-time homebuyer,household income at or below 80% AMI,homebuyer education and counseling,purchase within El Cajon,minimum credit score and borrower contribution requirements apply,owner occupancy,additional underwriting requirements.
Official Information

Visit the official website(s) for current eligibility, program details, and information on how to apply.

Information last updated August 26, 2026.