Greenline Home Program
Uplifting historically marginalized communities through purchase assistance
The Green Line Home Program was designed to minimize barriers to homeownership resulting from centuries of structural racism and the practice of redlining. New homebuyers living in LA County may be eligible for up to $35,000 to go towards down payment and closing costs.
What is redlining?
Redlining is the discriminatory practice of denying financial services to residents of certain areas based on race or ethnicity. It was formalized in the 1930s through federal policy and remained legal until 1968, when the Fair Housing Act outlawed housing discrimination.
Our Green Line Program empowers communities that were historically discriminated against, as long term effects of redlining remain.
Eligibility
The Green Line Home Program is available for residents with low-to-moderate-income living in high-need areas. To be eligible, you must:
- Be a first-time homebuyer
- Reside in LA County
- Purchase a single-family residence, condo, or townhouse
- Occupy the home for at least three years after the closing date
- Contribute 3% of your own funds to the closing transaction
- Attend a HUD-certified homebuyer education class that will provide you with a certificate of completion such as our FasTrak Homebuyer Workshop
HOPE Homebuyer Orientation
To learn more about the Green Line Home Program,first attend our HOPE Homebuyer Orientation. You will learn about the programs and services available at NHS, and will get connected with a HUD-certified housing counselor who will guide you through the steps required to buy a home.
———————— To Get Started ————————
Sign Up for a HOPE Workshop
24 Jun
HOPE Homebuyer Workshop: English: Altadena
24 Jun
HOPE Homebuyer Workshop: Spanish: Altadena
Already have a purchase agreement?
You must have a purchase agreement in hand to meet with one of our HUD-certified housing counselors about the Green Line Program.
Household Income Limits
| Household | Income Limit |
| 1 | $105,900 |
| 2 | $121,050 |
| 3 | $136,200 |
| 4 | $151,300 |
| 5 | $163,450 |
| 6 | $175,550 |
| 7 | $187,650 |