Summary
A new program offers down-payment loans up to $60,000 to families earning $105K–$149K, addressing the 'missing middle' priced out of Elk Grove's ~$625,000 average home.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $400,000 in PLHA funds initially, plus Measure E as needed — a revolving loan fund.
Moderate-income first-time homebuyers, especially those targeting townhomes and condos.
No groups are directly harmed, though buyers who don’t qualify could face more competition for limited entry-level homes.
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New Elk Grove program to offer first-time homebuyers up to $60,000 for down payment
New Elk Grove program to offer first-time homebuyers up to $60,000 for down payment Sacramento Bee
City Council (Regular) - Sep 23, 2026
A new program offers down-payment loans up to $60,000 to families earning $105K–$149K, addressing the 'missing middle' priced out of Elk Grove's ~$625,000 average home.
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