Updated May 2026
Bonneville County

Idaho Falls Down Payment Assistance 2026

East Idaho IHFA programs — up to 8% of sales price for Bonneville County homebuyers

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Idaho Falls Down Payment Assistance Programs at a Glance

IHFA Down Payment & Closing Cost Assistance

Available
$56,000
second mortgage

IHFA First Loan + DPA Combo

Available
$56,000
first mortgage

Idaho Falls Area Homebuyer Assistance

Available
$56,000
second mortgage

IHFA HFA Preferred / Conventional

Available
$56,000
first mortgage

About Idaho Falls Down Payment Assistance

Idaho Falls and East Idaho homebuyers rely on IHFA statewide down payment assistance — up to 8% of the sales price with $500 minimum out-of-pocket. Bonneville County has lower AMI limits than Treasure Valley, making IHFA's $170,000 household income cap especially valuable here.

Idaho Falls DPA Program Highlights

  • IHFA DPA available statewide — primary East Idaho resource
  • Lower home prices than Treasure Valley — assistance goes further
  • Household income up to $170,000 for IHFA programs
  • Growing tech and healthcare economy in Idaho Falls
68,000+
Population
$365,000
Median Price

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DPA Programs Available in Idaho Falls

4+ down payment assistance programs serve Idaho Falls homebuyers

IHFA Down Payment & Closing Cost Assistance

second mortgage
Up to $56,000

15-year fixed-rate second mortgage up to 8% of the lesser of sales price or appraised value (within MI LTV/CLTV limits). Interest rate = first mortgage rate plus 2.00%. Toward down payment and/or closing costs. Finally Home!® homebuyer education required. Purchase transactions for the standard 15-year product. Minimum $500 of the borrower's own funds required. Open to first-time and repeat buyers. Household income up to $170,000 (exceptions on specialized First Loan Tax Exempt products). Manufactured homes allowed per agency guidelines.

IHFA First Loan + DPA Combo

first mortgage
Up to $56,000

IHFA first mortgage products (HFA Preferred, HFA Advantage, FHA/RD, VA, Conventional, and First Loan Tax Exempt on select purchases) paired with up to 8% DPCC second mortgage assistance. Household income up to $170,000 for standard programs. No first-time buyer requirement on FHA/RD, VA, and HFA Preferred/Advantage purchases. Manufactured homes allowed per agency guidelines on eligible products.

Idaho Falls Area Homebuyer Assistance

second mortgage
Up to $56,000

East Idaho buyers in Idaho Falls and Bonneville County use IHFA 15-year DPCC assistance — up to 8% of sales price or appraised value toward down payment and closing costs. $500 minimum contribution. Household income up to $170,000. Local city programs are limited; IHFA carries most of the value in this market.

IHFA HFA Preferred / Conventional

first mortgage
Up to $56,000

Fannie Mae HFA Preferred and Freddie Mac HFA Advantage purchase programs through IHFA. Up to 97% LTV. No first-time buyer requirement. Standard MI required above 80% AMI. Pair with DPCC second mortgage up to 8%. Lower rates on loan amounts $350,000 or less. AUS approval required. Manufactured homes allowed per agency guidelines.

How to Apply for Idaho Falls Down Payment Assistance

1

Check Eligibility

Take our free 5-minute quiz to see which Bonneville County programs you qualify for.

2

Get Pre-Approved

Work with a participating lender to get pre-approved for a mortgage and DPA programs.

3

Find Your Home

Shop for a home in Idaho Falls within program purchase price limits.

4

Close & Move In

Complete the loan process and receive your down payment assistance at closing.

Idaho Falls Down Payment Assistance FAQ

What DPA programs are available in Idaho Falls?

Idaho Falls buyers primarily use IHFA statewide down payment assistance — up to 8% of the sales price. Local city/county programs are limited in East Idaho; IHFA carries most of the value in Bonneville County.

What are income limits in Bonneville County?

IHFA uses a statewide $170,000 household income limit. Bonneville County HUD 80% AMI for a family of four is approximately $67,600 — relevant for any local programs but IHFA's cap is much higher.

Do I need to be a first-time buyer in Idaho Falls?

No. IHFA down payment assistance is available to repeat buyers as well as first-time purchasers in Idaho Falls and throughout Bonneville County.

Ready to Buy in Idaho Falls?

Take our free 5-minute quiz to see which Bonneville County down payment assistance programs you may qualify for.