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Safe Rate LocalDillon index·Updated August 17, 2026

First-Time Homebuyer Mortgage Rates in Dillon

5.923%Rate
6.895%APR
$7,698monthly mortgage payment
$0points (0 pts)
Loan Amount $1,202,000; and Downpayment $42,846
Local Fast Facts
CO20440
Typical Home Value
$1,224,173
YoY Appreciation
+7.6%
Area Median Income
$119,502
Estimated Property Taxes
$2,633/yr
Est. Property Tax Rate
0.22%
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
64.2%

Select your Scenario

3.5% Down (minimum)

5.923%

30-year fixed

Payment$7,698/mo
Down$42,846
Loan$1,202,000

10% Down

5.923%

30-year fixed · shorter MIP

Payment$7,180/mo
Down$122,417
Loan$1,121,036

15-Year FHA

5.923%

Faster payoff

Payment$10,644/mo
Down$42,846
Loan$1,202,000

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First-Time Homebuyer Programs in Dillon

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

FHA
Min. down3.5% ($42,846)
Min. credit580+
Rate5.923%
Est. P&I$4,418/mo
Est. MIP/PMI+$541/mo
Easiest credit qualification
MIP for life of loan (<10% down)
VA
Min. down0% ($0)
Min. credit620+
Rate5.922%
Est. P&I$4,596/mo
0% down, no monthly mortgage insurance
VA eligibility required; funding fee applies
HomeReady
Min. down3% ($36,725)
Min. credit620+
Rate6.612%
Est. P&I$4,694/mo
Est. MIP/PMI+$742/mo
Reduced PMI vs standard conventional
Income limits apply by area
Conventional 20% down
Min. down20% ($244,835)
Min. credit620+
Rate6.805%
Est. P&I$3,949/mo
No PMI; lowest long-term cost
Largest upfront down payment
Pro tip for first-time buyers in Dillon

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 Colorado for additional savings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are current first-time homebuyer rates today in Dillon, CO?

Today's leading benchmark rate for first-time homebuyer rates in Dillon, CO is 6.805% (with an estimated monthly payment of $3,949). Calibrated directly to Dillon, CO'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 Dillon, CO?

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 Dillon, CO have hovered between a low of 6.425% and a high of 6.885%. 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 Dillon, CO?

Choosing between FHA and Conventional depends on your down payment budget and credit score. For a typical home priced at $1,224,173 in Dillon, CO, a standard 20%-down Conventional loan requires an upfront cash down payment of $244,835 but keeps your monthly payment lower at $3,949/mo (at 6.805% interest) with no monthly PMI. In comparison, an FHA loan requires only $42,846 (3.5% down) but has an estimated payment of $4,418/mo (at 5.923% interest) due to mandatory FHA mortgage insurance (MIP). Local Nuance: The typical local FHA loan amount of $1,181,327 falls comfortably within the local HUD FHA loan limit of $1,209,750 (1-unit), making FHA financing an exceptionally accessible, high-leverage entry point into the market.

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

The 2025 conforming conventional loan limit for a 1-unit property in Dillon is $806,501. With a typical local home value of $1,224,173 in , a standard 20%-down mortgage requires a loan size of $979,338. 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 Dillon, CO impact estimated mortgage payments?

The median home value in Dillon, CO is estimated at $1,224,173. Buying a typical home here with a standard 20% down payment ($244,835) translates to an estimated starting monthly mortgage payment of $3,949 (principal and interest). Compared to the local area median household income of $119,502 ($9,959/mo), this basic housing payment represents approximately 39.7% 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.