The Blenheim Cornerstone Initiative celebrates the people who help our communities thrive—professionals who educate our children, safeguard our neighborhoods, support our health, and keep local businesses moving. This initiative creates opportunities for these dedicated community members to own beautiful Blenheim homes in the very places they enrich every day, strengthening the connections that make our neighborhoods exceptional.
ELIGIBILITY & STEPS WITH NEW CASTLE COUNTY
1. Confirm Income Eligibility
To participate in the Blenheim
Cornerstone Initiative, buyers must complete the following requirements through
New Castle County’s MPDU program.
2. Submit Your Application
If your household meets the county income limits, complete the MPDU application located on the same site.
3.Complete HUD-Approved Housing Counseling
All applicants must finish counseling with a recognized HUD-approved agency and submit the completion certificate to New Castle County.
New Castle County Contact Information:
77 Reads Way, New Castle, DE 19720
302-395-5600
NEXT STEPS WITH BLENHEIM
Once all county requirements are met, buyers will continue the process directly with Blenheim:
- Mortgage Pre-Approval required before signing an Agreement of Sale
- Total Deposit: $30,000
- $10,000 due at contract
- $20,000 due 30 days later
- If qualified for a lower down payment mortgage program, Blenheim is willing to discuss deposit adjustments
- Mortgage Application must be completed within 7 days of signing
- Mortgage Commitment must be obtained within 30 days
- Buyer responsible for closing costs at settlement.
ABOUT THE CORNERSTONE HOMES
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3.5 Baths
- 1-Car Garage
- Beautifully crafted Blenheim townhomes
- Currently offered at $380,000 under NCC’s MPDU 90% Income Guidelines
These homes allow valued community contributors to put down roots in the neighborhoods they work so hard to support.