Homebuyer Downpayment Assistance

Clark County partnered with the Washington State Housing Finance Commission (Commission) to offer down payment assistance loans for qualifying homebuyers, using funds from the American Rescue Plan – Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds.

While the funds for the Clark County DPA have all been reserved, help is still available! There are many steps you can take, including:

Parents and three children in their home

Take a free homebuyer education class

Classes are five hours, offered both in-person and virtually, and teach everything you need to know about buying a home.

Virtual classes in Vancouver

In-person classes in Vancouver

Find a lender

The Housing Finance Commission has a wide network of lenders familiar with downpayment assistance and home loan programs for low- and moderate-income homebuyers.

Find a lender here

Work with a nonprofit housing organization

Homebuyer assistance is provided by nonprofit agencies throughout the state who focus on wealth-building and financial stability. Many offer personal housing counseling, which gives you an in-depth review of your personal financial situation and programs available to help, so you can plan your path to homeownership with the best chance of long-term success.

In Clark County, these agencies include: