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Housing

Low-Interest Mortgage Program (CHRP)

This program provides low to moderate income first-time homebuyers who purchase in Arlington an opportunity to receive a mortgage interest rate reduction. Loans are provided through the Virginia Housing Development Authority (VHDA) Community Homeownership Revitalization Program (CHRP). 2020 CHRP Income Limits

Qualified buyers receive a 1% rate reduction from the standard VHDA mortgage interest rate, with as little as 1% down, for home purchases in the 22203, 22204 and 22206 zip codes. Homebuyers have various mortgage financing options with any VHDA-approved lender. Since it began in 2005, the program has helped more than 400 Arlington families purchase their first homes, providing more than $80 million in low-interest mortgages.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Property must be located in Arlington County
  • First-time homebuyer or homebuyer who has not owned a home for at least three (3) years (includes all household members)
  • Type of mortgages available:  conventional, FHA, and VA
  • Property price may not exceed $525,000
  • Income limits apply: 2020 CHRP Income Limits

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for CHRP:

    1. Attend a home ownership class, available for free through Latino Economic Development Center (LEDC) – formally AHOME– or any other VHDA approved Home-ownership Counseling Agency.
    2. Follow-up with your lender to determine if CHRP is right for you.

CHRP Lenders

Lenders using the CHRP program must submit- via email- required documents found below. All documents below must be submitted to the Arlington Housing Division for CHRP consideration. The Housing Division will respond to requests for CHRP approval within 24 business hours.

Housing Division Staff Contact: Odalis Barrios (obarrios@arlingtonva.us)