Affordable Housing Resources:
There are numerous organizations in Pawtucket and at the state level who offer education, grants, attractive financing and other resources to assist home buyers.
- Blackstone Valley Community Action Program
- Pawtucket Housing Authority
- Pawtucket Citizens Development Corporation
- Rhode Island Housing
Heating Assistance and Weatherization:
Blackstone Valley Community Action Program offers assistance with heating and weatherization. To learn more, contact BVCAP to schedule an appointment.
First Time Home Buyers:
First-time home buyers may be intimidated when it comes to purchasing a home. Here are five reasons why buying your first home in Pawtucket might be a good idea:
- When you own your home, you can deduct the cost of your mortgage loan interest from your federal income taxes.
- Local home ownership, starter home and grants may be available to first-time home buyers. Check with local affordable housing resources.
- Properties in Pawtucket are affordable, convenient and close to everything you need.
- Pawtucket is close to mass transit and enjoys compact, walkable neighborhoods. Your monthly housing transportation cost is dramatically lower since you will drive less miles to the places you frequent.
- Pawtucket is close to Providence’s many universities, schools and employment centers. It’s also Rhode Island’s easiest commute to Boston.
Mortgages & Financing:
Local and regional bank branches and credit unions are standing by to assist you in obtaining financing to buy a home in Pawtucket.