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Safe Rate LocalDesert Edge index·Updated August 17, 2026

FHA Mortgage Rates in Desert Edge

5.946%Rate
6.713%APR
$744monthly mortgage payment
$0points (0 pts)
Loan Amount $115,878; and Downpayment $4,131
Local Fast Facts
CA18986
Typical Home Value
$118,016
Area Median Income
$40,649
Estimated Property Taxes
$729/yr
Est. Property Tax Rate
0.62%
Conforming Loan Limit (1-unit)
$806,501
FHA Loan Limit (1-unit)
$524,225
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$744/mo
Down$4,131
Loan$115,878

10% Down

5.946%

30-year fixed · shorter MIP

Payment$694/mo
Down$11,802
Loan$108,073

15-Year FHA

5.946%

Faster payoff

Payment$1,028/mo
Down$4,131
Loan$115,878

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FHA Loan Details for Desert Edge

2025 HUD guidelines · Computed from local median home value

Loan may exceed FHA limits — check high-cost area limits
2025 FHA loan limit for this area: approx. $524,225 (national floor) · Verify exact limit on HUD.gov ↗
Min. Down Payment
$4,131
3.5% of purchase price
Upfront MIP (UFMIP)
$11,082
1.75% · financed into loan
Monthly MIP
$290/mo
0.55%/yr · added to payment
MIP Duration
<10% down
Life of loan · 11 yrs if ≥10%
  • Minimum credit score: 580 for 3.5% down · 500–579 requires 10% down
  • Debt-to-income ratio: typically up to 57% with compensating factors
  • UFMIP can be financed into the loan — no cash required at closing for this fee
  • Annual MIP rate shown is 0.55% for a 30-yr loan with LTV >90%. Rate varies by term and LTV.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are current fha rates today in Desert Edge, CA?

Today's leading benchmark rate for fha rates in Desert Edge, CA is 6.823% (with an estimated monthly payment of $3,431). Calibrated directly to Desert Edge, 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 fha rates in Desert Edge, CA?

Mortgage rates for fha rates have shown typical daily fluctuations driven by inflation data and bond yields. Over the past 90 days, rates for fha rates in Desert Edge, 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 Desert Edge, CA?

Choosing between FHA and Conventional depends on your down payment budget and credit score. For a typical home priced at $118,016 in Desert Edge, CA, a standard 20%-down Conventional loan requires an upfront cash down payment of $23,603 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 $4,131 (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 $113,885 falls comfortably within the local HUD FHA loan limit of $524,225 (1-unit), making FHA financing an exceptionally accessible, high-leverage entry point into the market.

What is the maximum conforming loan limit in Desert Edge before needing a Jumbo loan?

The 2025 conforming conventional loan limit for a 1-unit property in Desert Edge is $806,501. With a typical local home value of $118,016 in , a standard 20%-down mortgage requires a loan size of $94,413. Because this is within the $806,501 conforming threshold, buyers can qualify for standard conforming conventional financing with competitive rates.

How does the median home value in Desert Edge, CA impact estimated mortgage payments?

The median home value in Desert Edge, CA is estimated at $118,016. Buying a typical home here with a standard 20% down payment ($23,603) translates to an estimated starting monthly mortgage payment of $3,431 (principal and interest). Compared to the local area median household income of $40,649 ($3,387/mo), this basic housing payment represents approximately 101.3% of gross monthly household income. Because this housing cost exceeds the standard 36% lender DTI guideline, buyers in this high-value area may need larger down payments, lower debt balances, or co-borrower income to qualify.