First-time homebuyer down payment assistance
Town of Riverhead
Summary
About $380,000 is available to help eligible first-time homebuyers in Riverhead through the Community Development Department, funded by developer fees.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $380,000 available, funded by developer fees.
Eligible first-time homebuyers in Riverhead.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Town Board - Aug 18, 2026
About $380,000 is available to help eligible first-time homebuyers in Riverhead through the Community Development Department, funded by developer fees.
Town Board Work Session - Aug 13, 2026
Eligible buyers who get through Suffolk County's vetting could get up to $28,000 more from the town toward a down payment. Funds are first come, first served.
Town Board Work Session - Jul 16, 2026
The Town plans to chip in up to $28,050 on top of Suffolk County's $50,000 for eligible first-time buyers purchasing homes in Riverhead. About ten buyers could be helped with $280,500 in workforce housing funds. The county vets applications; the Town just approves the check.
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