Maryland · County Guide

    Calvert County Down Payment Assistance & First-Time Buyer Programs

    Calvert County buyers in Prince Frederick, Chesapeake Beach, and Dunkirk may qualify for Maryland state DPA and federal low-down-payment loan products.

    Last updated: September 1, 2026

    Programs that may apply in Calvert County

    Maryland Mortgage Program

    State mortgage with optional DPA layered for Calvert County purchases.

    USDA Rural Development

    0% down loans for eligible properties in qualifying Calvert County areas.

    FHA / Conventional 97%

    Low-down-payment loans that may pair with state DPA depending on lender guidelines.

    Common buyer scenarios

    • ● First-time buyer in Prince Frederick using MMP + county DPA
    • ● Buyer in Chesapeake Beach exploring USDA eligibility

    Calvert County buyer questions

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