For First-Time Homebuyers Unlock the path to homeownership with expert-led workshops, helpful resources, and special programs designed for first-time buyers.
Oakland Below Market Rate Homes for Sale City-assisted below market rate [BMR] homes have deed restrictions that allow resale only to purchasers that meet the unit’s Affordable Housing Program eligibility criteria.
Participating Lenders Contact a community loan officer at one of our Participating Lenders to determine if you qualify for the MAP or CalHome program, the purchase price of the home, and to pre-approve you for mortgage financing.
Homebuyer Counseling and Education Providers Several local organizations and other government agencies provide counseling to individuals and families looking to purchase a home in Oakland and the Bay Area, or for individuals and families who may have received a notice of default or a foreclosure notice.
CalHome Program The CalHome Program partners with lenders to assist low-income, first-time homebuyers with buying a home in the City of Oakland.