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Safe Rate LocalPe Ell index·Updated August 18, 2026

First-Time Homebuyer Mortgage Rates in Pe Ell

5.989%Rate
6.754%APR
$2,807monthly mortgage payment
$0points (0 pts)
Loan Amount $435,366; and Downpayment $15,519
Local Fast Facts
WA53930
Typical Home Value
$443,397
YoY Appreciation
+-6.1%
Area Median Income
$88,179
Estimated Property Taxes
$3,159/yr
Est. Property Tax Rate
0.71%
Conforming Loan Limit (1-unit)
$806,501
FHA Loan Limit (1-unit)
$524,225
Jumbo Threshold (1-unit)
> $806,501
Average Loan to Value
68.6%

Select your Scenario

3.5% Down (minimum)

5.989%

30-year fixed

Payment$2,807/mo
Down$15,519
Loan$435,366

10% Down

5.989%

30-year fixed · shorter MIP

Payment$2,618/mo
Down$44,340
Loan$406,041

15-Year FHA

5.989%

Faster payoff

Payment$3,871/mo
Down$15,519
Loan$435,366

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First-Time Homebuyer Programs in Pe Ell

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

FHA
Min. down3.5% ($15,519)
Min. credit580+
Rate5.989%
Est. P&I$3,298/mo
Est. MIP/PMI+$196/mo
Easiest credit qualification
MIP for life of loan (<10% down)
VA
Min. down0% ($0)
Min. credit620+
Rate5.982%
Est. P&I$3,489/mo
0% down, no monthly mortgage insurance
VA eligibility required; funding fee applies
HomeReady
Min. down3% ($13,302)
Min. credit620+
Rate6.764%
Est. P&I$3,596/mo
Est. MIP/PMI+$269/mo
Reduced PMI vs standard conventional
Income limits apply by area
Conventional 20% down
Min. down20% ($88,679)
Min. credit620+
Rate6.858%
Est. P&I$2,995/mo
No PMI; lowest long-term cost
Largest upfront down payment
Pro tip for first-time buyers in Pe Ell

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 Washington for additional savings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are current first-time homebuyer rates today in Pe Ell, WA?

Today's leading benchmark rate for first-time homebuyer rates in Pe Ell, WA is 6.858% (with an estimated monthly payment of $2,995). Calibrated directly to Pe Ell, WA'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 Pe Ell, WA?

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 Pe Ell, WA have hovered between a low of 6.464% and a high of 6.924%. 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 Pe Ell, WA?

Choosing between FHA and Conventional depends on your down payment budget and credit score. For a typical home priced at $443,397 in Pe Ell, WA, a standard 20%-down Conventional loan requires an upfront cash down payment of $88,679 but keeps your monthly payment lower at $2,995/mo (at 6.858% interest) with no monthly PMI. In comparison, an FHA loan requires only $15,519 (3.5% down) but has an estimated payment of $3,298/mo (at 5.989% interest) due to mandatory FHA mortgage insurance (MIP). Local Nuance: The typical local FHA loan amount of $427,878 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 Pe Ell before needing a Jumbo loan?

The 2025 conforming conventional loan limit for a 1-unit property in Pe Ell is $806,501. With a typical local home value of $443,397 in , a standard 20%-down mortgage requires a loan size of $354,718. 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 Pe Ell, WA impact estimated mortgage payments?

The median home value in Pe Ell, WA is estimated at $443,397. Buying a typical home here with a standard 20% down payment ($88,679) translates to an estimated starting monthly mortgage payment of $2,995 (principal and interest). Compared to the local area median household income of $88,179 ($7,348/mo), this basic housing payment represents approximately 40.8% 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.