Homestead CRA Residential Rehabilitation Grant

Up to $20,000 per home for emergency repairs or façade improvements on owner-occupied single-family homes in the Homestead CRA area. No match is required, and the grant is forgiven if you keep living in the home for 5 years.

Application Deadline

Rolling – first come, first qualified, first served while funds last

Provided by
Homestead Community Redevelopment Agency
Coverage
Homestead
Cost to apply
No application fee and no match required
Last verified
Oct 2026
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Eligibility Criteria

Homeowners who live in a single-family home they own inside the Homestead CRA boundaries, with household income at or below 80% of area median income. Property taxes and mortgage must be current, with homeowner insurance (and flood insurance if required). No outstanding City liens. One grant per home for the life of the program.

How to Get Started

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Apply online at https://homesteadfl.seamlessdocs.com/f/4svvi3urxj7t/, email CRAgrants@homesteadfl.gov, or drop off your application at the Homestead CRA office, 212 NW 1st Avenue, Homestead, FL 33030. Questions: 305-224-4480.

Information Needed

  • Proof that you own and live in the home
  • household income documents
  • proof that property taxes and mortgage are current
  • insurance declarations
  • photo ID.

Helpful Tips

  • A 5-year lien is recorded – if you sell within 5 years you repay a prorated amount at 0% interest
  • Do not start work before CRA Board approval
  • work must finish within 6 months of the award