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Safe Rate LocalLeo-Cedarville index·Updated August 17, 2026

FHA Mortgage Rates in Leo-Cedarville

5.957%Rate
6.723%APR
$2,616monthly mortgage payment
$0points (0 pts)
Loan Amount $407,092; and Downpayment $14,511
Local Fast Facts
IN42861
Typical Home Value
$414,601
YoY Appreciation
+0.1%
Area Median Income
$115,824
Estimated Property Taxes
$2,473/yr
Est. Property Tax Rate
0.60%
Conforming Loan Limit (1-unit)
$806,501
FHA Loan Limit (1-unit)
$524,225
Jumbo Threshold (1-unit)
> $806,501
Average Loan to Value
75.0%

Select your Scenario

3.5% Down (minimum)

5.957%

30-year fixed

Payment$2,616/mo
Down$14,511
Loan$407,092

10% Down

5.957%

30-year fixed · shorter MIP

Payment$2,440/mo
Down$41,460
Loan$379,671

15-Year FHA

5.957%

Faster payoff

Payment$3,612/mo
Down$14,511
Loan$407,092

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FHA Loan Details for Leo-Cedarville

2025 HUD guidelines · Computed from local median home value

FHA eligible · Est. loan amount $393,910 is within the standard limit
2025 FHA loan limit for this area: approx. $524,225 (national floor) · Verify exact limit on HUD.gov ↗
Min. Down Payment
$14,511
3.5% of purchase price
Upfront MIP (UFMIP)
$6,893
1.75% · financed into loan
Monthly MIP
$181/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 Leo-Cedarville, IN?

Today's leading benchmark rate for fha rates in Leo-Cedarville, IN is 6.924% (with an estimated monthly payment of $2,156). Calibrated directly to Leo-Cedarville, IN'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 Leo-Cedarville, IN?

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 Leo-Cedarville, IN have hovered between a low of 6.538% and a high of 6.988%. 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 Leo-Cedarville, IN?

Choosing between FHA and Conventional depends on your down payment budget and credit score. For a typical home priced at $414,601 in Leo-Cedarville, IN, a standard 20%-down Conventional loan requires an upfront cash down payment of $82,920 but keeps your monthly payment lower at $2,156/mo (at 6.924% interest) with no monthly PMI. In comparison, an FHA loan requires only $14,511 (3.5% down) but has an estimated payment of $2,392/mo (at 5.957% interest) due to mandatory FHA mortgage insurance (MIP). Local Nuance: The typical local FHA loan amount of $400,090 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 Leo-Cedarville before needing a Jumbo loan?

The 2025 conforming conventional loan limit for a 1-unit property in Leo-Cedarville is $806,501. With a typical local home value of $414,601 in , a standard 20%-down mortgage requires a loan size of $331,681. 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 Leo-Cedarville, IN impact estimated mortgage payments?

The median home value in Leo-Cedarville, IN is estimated at $414,601. Buying a typical home here with a standard 20% down payment ($82,920) translates to an estimated starting monthly mortgage payment of $2,156 (principal and interest). Compared to the local area median household income of $115,824 ($9,652/mo), this basic housing payment represents approximately 22.3% 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.