USDA Section 504 Home Repair Grant: quick facts
The USDA Section 504 program helps very-low-income homeowners in rural areas repair their homes. It offers loans to make repairs and, for eligible older homeowners who cannot afford to repay a loan, a grant specifically to remove health and…
Administered by
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
Who it's for
Very-low-income homeowners in eligible rural areas; the grant portion is generally limited to homeowners aged 62 and older who cannot repay a repair loan. Open to women and men alike.
What it funds
Repairs to remove health and safety hazards from a primary residence
Repayable?
Grant (not repaid unless the home is sold within a set period)
Where to apply
Apply through a local USDA Rural Development office; check eligibility at rd.usda.gov
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Official sources: USDA Rural Development — Section 504 Home Repair program. This page is educational information, not financial or legal advice; grants are competitive and never guaranteed. See our sources & how-we-work policy.