Camden County First Time Home Buyers Program

How it works

Camden County Commissioners, in partnership with the Camden County Improvement Authority, offers a HUD-funded first-time homebuyer program. Residents of Camden County who want to own a home can apply for funds to help make that happen. The county says the program is intended to provide eligible first-time homebuyers with assistance in purchasing a home in Camden County.

What the money covers

The program is for purchasing a home in Camden County. The page does not describe any disaster-hardening repairs, mitigation work, or resilience upgrades.

Amounts and matching

The county says the program can provide up to $25,000 for eligible home buyers.

How to apply

If you think you may qualify, the county says to first read the brochure and complete program manual. After that, you should call (856) 751-2242 or email FTHBP@camdencounty.com. County staff will then work with you and send a link to the online application process.

Timing and deadlines

The page does not give a current deadline or closing date. It says various program limits, including maximum purchase prices and income limits, are set annually and that updates will be posted on the program page as they become available.

Additional notes

• HUD requires home buyers to receive Housing Counseling.
• The page links to HUD-certified housing counseling agencies.
• Residents of Camden City are directed to a separate City of Camden program.