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Safe Rate LocalWest Clarkston-Highland index·Updated August 17, 2026

Mortgage Rates in West Clarkston-Highland

6.947%Rate
6.985%APR
$1,628monthly mortgage payment
$0points (0 pts)
Loan Amount $246,044; and Downpayment $61,511
Local Fast Facts
WA77297
Typical Home Value
$307,555
YoY Appreciation
+5.8%
Area Median Income
$59,583
Estimated Property Taxes
$2,165/yr
Est. Property Tax Rate
0.70%
Conforming Loan Limit (1-unit)
$806,501
FHA Loan Limit (1-unit)
$524,225
Jumbo Threshold (1-unit)
> $806,501
Average Loan to Value
71.2%

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Traditional (20% Down)6.947% Rate

Dodge monthly mortgage insurance premiums (PMI) completely and secure the standard conventional baseline.

Payment$1,628/mo
Down Payment$61,511
Loan Amount$246,044
Lower Down Payment5.954% Rate

Explore programs requiring as little as 3% down conventional or 3.5% FHA, helping you buy sooner.

Payment$1,940/mo
Down Payment$10,764
Loan Amount$301,984
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Refinance6.910% Rate

Optimize your existing debt service, lower your interest rate, or secure cash-out equity restructure.

Payment$2,028/mo
Down Payment$0
Loan Amount$307,555
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Veteran6.077% Rate

Department of Veterans Affairs purchase loans offering 0% down payment and no monthly PMI for military.

Payment$1,899/mo
Down Payment$0
Loan Amount$314,167
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Faster Payoff6.089% Rate

Lock in lower interest rates with a 15-year fixed loan term to build massive equity quickly.

Payment$2,088/mo
Down Payment$61,511
Loan Amount$246,044
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Investor7.625% Rate

Finance non-owner occupied rental acquisitions or multi-unit house hacking with competitive investor pricing.

Payment$1,633/mo
Down Payment$76,889
Loan Amount$230,666
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Current Local Mortgage Rates

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Conventional 30-Yr FixedConforming
6.947%APR 6.985%
Est. Payment$1,628/mo
Points0 pts
3-Yr Cost*$50,484
P&I $1,628 · MI $0
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FHA 30-Yr FixedConforming
5.954%APR 6.724%
Est. Payment$1,608/mo
Points0 pts
3-Yr Cost*$52,330
P&I $1,494 · MI $115
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VA 30-Yr Fixed Doesn't Apply

Requires veteran or military eligibility

Jumbo 30-Yr Fixed Doesn't Apply

Loan amount is under conforming limits

15-Year Conforming FixedConforming
6.089%APR 6.143%
Est. Payment$1,489/mo
Points0 pts
3-Yr Cost*$44,130
P&I $1,489 · MI $0
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Refinance 30-Yr FixedConforming
6.910%APR 6.949%
Est. Payment$1,622/mo
Points0 pts
3-Yr Cost*$50,210
P&I $1,622 · MI $0
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Investment Property FixedConforming
7.625%APR 7.694%
Est. Payment$1,741/mo
Points0 pts
3-Yr Cost*$55,518
P&I $1,741 · MI $0
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* 3-Yr Cost captures the true wholesale transaction friction: cumulative 36-month interest + upfront government fees + ongoing monthly PMI/MIP. Scenarios can be customized on any program page.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are today's mortgage rates in West Clarkston-Highland, WA across different loan programs?

Today's benchmark conventional 30-year fixed mortgage rate in West Clarkston-Highland, WA is 6.947% (with an estimated monthly payment of $1,843). Active program rates also include FHA 30-year fixed loans at 5.954% and VA 0%-down fixed loans at 6.077%. These rates are calibrated daily by Safe Rate's pricing engine matching active local market conditions.

What is the recent mortgage rate trend in West Clarkston-Highland, WA?

Mortgage rates have shown typical daily fluctuations driven by inflation data and bond yields. Over the past 90 days, conventional 30-year fixed rates in West Clarkston-Highland, WA have fluctuated between a low of 6.602% and a high of 7.054%. 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 West Clarkston-Highland, WA?

Choosing between FHA and Conventional depends on your down payment budget and credit score. For a typical home priced at $307,555 in West Clarkston-Highland, WA, a standard 20%-down Conventional loan requires an upfront cash down payment of $61,511 but keeps your monthly payment lower at $1,843/mo (at 6.947% interest) with no monthly PMI. In comparison, an FHA loan requires only $10,764 (3.5% down) but has an estimated payment of $2,040/mo (at 5.954% interest) due to mandatory FHA mortgage insurance (MIP). Local Nuance: The typical local FHA loan amount of $296,791 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 West Clarkston-Highland before needing a Jumbo loan?

The 2025 conforming conventional loan limit for a 1-unit property in West Clarkston-Highland is $806,501. With a typical local home value of $307,555 in , a standard 20%-down mortgage requires a loan size of $246,044. Because this is within the $806,501 conforming threshold, buyers can easily qualify for standard conforming conventional financing with competitive rates.

How does the median home value in West Clarkston-Highland, WA impact estimated mortgage payments?

The median home value in West Clarkston-Highland, WA is estimated at $307,555. Buying a typical home here with a standard 20% down payment ($61,511) translates to an estimated starting monthly mortgage payment of $1,843 (principal and interest). Compared to the local area median household income of $59,583 ($4,965/mo), this basic housing payment represents approximately 37.1% 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.