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Tyngsborough, MA First-Time Home Buyer Guide — June 2026

Buying your first home in Tyngsborough, Massachusetts — what it costs, the down payment you need, and programs that help.

Updated June 2026 · Live MLS data
Median Home Price
$487K
Down Payment (FHA 3.5%)
$17.1K
Down Payment (20%)
$97.5K
Income Needed
$136K/yr
Est. Monthly Payment
$3,173

Buying Your First Home in Tyngsborough

The median home in Tyngsborough, Massachusetts is priced around $487K. For a first-time buyer, the biggest hurdles are the down payment and qualifying income — but there are more options than many people realize.

With an FHA loan you can put down as little as 3.5% — about $17.1K on a median Tyngsborough home — versus $97.5K for conventional 20% down. Massachusetts also offers help through MassHousing and the ONE Mortgage program, which can lower your down payment and monthly cost.

To comfortably afford the median Tyngsborough home you'd want household income around $136K, but targeting lower-priced listings or using down-payment assistance can bring it within reach. Browse current listings to see what fits your budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do I need to buy my first home in Tyngsborough, MA?

On the median Tyngsborough home ($487K), an FHA down payment (3.5%) is about $17.1K, or $97.5K with 20% down. Budget another ~2-3% for closing costs.

What programs help first-time buyers in Massachusetts?

MassHousing and the ONE Mortgage program offer low-down-payment loans, down-payment assistance, and reduced mortgage insurance for eligible first-time buyers. FHA loans (3.5% down) are also widely used.

What income do I need to buy in Tyngsborough?

Roughly $136K a year to comfortably afford the median Tyngsborough home — though lower-priced listings or assistance programs can lower that.

Market figures are derived from live MLS data and are provided for informational purposes only. They are not an appraisal or a guarantee of value. Last updated June 2026.