The 2026 HOME Homeowner Rehabilitation grant from Tennessee Housing Development Agency funds the creation and rehabilitation of affordable rental housing for low-income Tennesseans.
Funder: Tennessee Housing Development Agency
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027
Funding Amounts: Minimum $300,000; maximum $1,500,000 per award; $1,000–$371,477 per unit (by bedroom size); 5–20 year affordability period.
Summary: Supports new construction and/or acquisition and rehabilitation of affordable rental housing for low-income households in Tennessee, with a 25% match required.
Key Information: 25% non-federal match required; projects must meet affordability and property standards; annual cycle, date projected.
The Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) provides annual, competitive grants under the federally funded HOME Investment Partnerships Program to support the creation and preservation of affordable rental housing for low-income households throughout Tennessee. Funding may be used for the acquisition, new construction, or rehabilitation of rental properties, with strict requirements for affordability, property standards, and long-term compliance. This program is designed to expand the supply of decent, safe, and affordable housing for individuals and families whose incomes do not exceed 80% of the area median income (AMI).