Accessible Units
Applications are now open for 1-bedroom units specially designed with features to support residents with hearing, vision, or mobility impairments.
Area Median Income (AMI):
Maximum Income by Household Size
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1 Person - $120,000
2 Person - $137,150
3 Person - $154,300
4 Person - $171,450
5 Person - $185,150
6 Person - $198,900
Accessible Unit Features
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Lower counter heights for wheelchair accessible kitchen counters and work areas.
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Appliances with wheelchair accessible controls.
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Accessible bathroom vanities.
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Accessible plumbing fixtures, including hand shower.
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Visual strobe for the hearing impaired.
Complete These Steps To Apply for An Accessible Unit
Each household may submit only ONE first-come, first-served (FCFS) application for all available units. To reserve your place in line, you must first complete the initial FCFS intake form. After submitting this form, you will have 30 minutes to upload your complete application package via Box in order to maintain your spot in line.
Please ensure you have all required documents ready before starting, as incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
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Required ADA Documents
You need a letter from your doctor or another licensed medical professional. This letter should confirm that you or a household member has a medical condition or disability and needs the accessible features of the unit.
Note: The letter does not need to specify the medical condition.
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Be a First-Time Homebuyer
All members of the household must be a first-time homebuyer (e.g., not have had any ownership interest in real estate in the 3 years prior to the application).
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Meet Income Requirements
The household’s income must be less than the maximum area median income.
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Complete Homebuyer Education
All applicants who will be titleholders must complete 10 hours of homebuyer education, starting with the 2-hour "MOHCD Homebuyer Program Orientation.”
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Qualify for a Loan
Applicants must have adequate income and savings to qualify for a mortgage and meet the City’s requirements for down payment, closing costs, and reserves.
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How To Apply
If you have not already, please create a free account on Box.com in order to securely upload your application package for us to review.
Download the application, fill it out, and gather all required documents listed on pages 1 and 2 of the application. Only submit ONE application to be considered for a unit.
Apply Today!
Important Links
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BMR ownership programs help first time homebuyers who are low, moderate, and middle-income. BMR homes are specified units in San Francisco sold at below market rate prices. They are also resold at below market rate prices to future eligible buyers. BMR homeowners must work with MOHCD to sell their homes.
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All San Francisco ownership opportunity programs through the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (MOHCD) require completion of 10 hours of homebuyer education by ALL members of the household age 18 and older. Upon completion all 10 hours of education, you will receive a Verification of Homebuyer Education. Once you have also obtained a mortgage pre-approval from a MOCHD approved lender, you will be eligible to apply for all MOHCD sponsored homebuyer assistance programs.
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Find a lender for downpayment and mortgage assistance programs.
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