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Safe Rate LocalDel Dios index·Updated August 17, 2026

First-Time Homebuyer Mortgage Rates in Del Dios

5.946%Rate
6.713%APR
$9,142monthly mortgage payment
$0points (0 pts)
Loan Amount $1,424,108; and Downpayment $50,763
Local Fast Facts
CA18422
Typical Home Value
$1,450,378
YoY Appreciation
+18.7%
Area Median Income
$141,360
Estimated Property Taxes
$7,764/yr
Est. Property Tax Rate
0.54%
Conforming Loan Limit (1-unit)
$806,501
FHA Loan Limit (1-unit)
$1,209,750
Jumbo Threshold (1-unit)
> $806,501
Average Loan to Value
80.0%

Select your Scenario

3.5% Down (minimum)

5.946%

30-year fixed

Payment$9,142/mo
Down$50,763
Loan$1,424,108

10% Down

5.946%

30-year fixed · shorter MIP

Payment$8,526/mo
Down$145,038
Loan$1,328,184

15-Year FHA

5.946%

Faster payoff

Payment$12,629/mo
Down$50,763
Loan$1,424,108

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First-Time Homebuyer Programs in Del Dios

Compare the top low-down-payment programs side by side

FHA
Min. down3.5% ($50,763)
Min. credit580+
Rate5.946%
Est. P&I$3,841/mo
Est. MIP/PMI+$641/mo
Easiest credit qualification
MIP for life of loan (<10% down)
VA
Min. down0% ($0)
Min. credit620+
Rate5.944%
Est. P&I$3,995/mo
0% down, no monthly mortgage insurance
VA eligibility required; funding fee applies
HomeReady
Min. down3% ($43,511)
Min. credit620+
Rate6.676%
Est. P&I$4,097/mo
Est. MIP/PMI+$879/mo
Reduced PMI vs standard conventional
Income limits apply by area
Conventional 20% down
Min. down20% ($290,076)
Min. credit620+
Rate6.823%
Est. P&I$3,431/mo
No PMI; lowest long-term cost
Largest upfront down payment
Pro tip for first-time buyers in Del Dios

Most states offer first-time homebuyer assistance programs that can be stacked with FHA or HomeReady loans — covering down payment or closing cost assistance. Ask your Safe Rate loan officer about programs available in California for additional savings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are current first-time homebuyer rates today in Del Dios, CA?

Today's leading benchmark rate for first-time homebuyer rates in Del Dios, CA is 6.823% (with an estimated monthly payment of $3,431). Calibrated directly to Del Dios, CA's local housing market, Safe Rate shows up-to-the-minute interest rates and points across Conventional, FHA, VA, and Jumbo loan programs daily.

What is the recent trend for first-time homebuyer rates in Del Dios, CA?

Mortgage rates for first-time homebuyer rates have shown typical daily fluctuations driven by inflation data and bond yields. Over the past 90 days, rates for first-time homebuyer rates in Del Dios, CA have hovered between a low of 6.443% and a high of 6.903%. You can track these daily movements by using the 90-day rate history and trajectory chart featured on this page.

Is an FHA or Conventional loan more cost-effective in Del Dios, CA?

Choosing between FHA and Conventional depends on your down payment budget and credit score. For a typical home priced at $1,450,378 in Del Dios, CA, a standard 20%-down Conventional loan requires an upfront cash down payment of $290,076 but keeps your monthly payment lower at $3,431/mo (at 6.823% interest) with no monthly PMI. In comparison, an FHA loan requires only $50,763 (3.5% down) but has an estimated payment of $3,841/mo (at 5.946% interest) due to mandatory FHA mortgage insurance (MIP). Local Nuance: The typical local FHA loan amount of $1,399,615 exceeds the local HUD FHA limit of $1,209,750 for a 1-unit property, meaning entry-level buyers here will likely require conventional financing or a larger down payment to comply with government limits.

What is the maximum conforming loan limit in Del Dios before needing a Jumbo loan?

The 2025 conforming conventional loan limit for a 1-unit property in Del Dios is $806,501. With a typical local home value of $1,450,378 in , a standard 20%-down mortgage requires a loan size of $1,160,302. Since this exceeds the conforming limit of $806,501, most typical transactions in require a non-conforming Jumbo loan, which demands stricter underwriting guidelines, higher credit scores, and larger asset reserves.

How does the median home value in Del Dios, CA impact estimated mortgage payments?

The median home value in Del Dios, CA is estimated at $1,450,378. Buying a typical home here with a standard 20% down payment ($290,076) translates to an estimated starting monthly mortgage payment of $3,431 (principal and interest). Compared to the local area median household income of $141,360 ($11,780/mo), this basic housing payment represents approximately 29.1% of gross monthly household income. This housing cost is well within standard lender affordability guidelines (under the 36% DTI benchmark), demonstrating healthy local purchasing power.