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Safe Rate LocalWin-E-Mac index·Updated August 17, 2026

First-Time Homebuyer Mortgage Rates in Win-E-Mac

5.959%Rate
6.730%APR
$1,700monthly mortgage payment
$0points (0 pts)
Loan Amount $264,550; and Downpayment $9,430
Local Fast Facts
MN91449
Typical Home Value
$269,430
YoY Appreciation
+5.1%
Area Median Income
$68,582
Estimated Property Taxes
$1,761/yr
Est. Property Tax Rate
0.65%
Conforming Loan Limit (1-unit)
$806,501
FHA Loan Limit (1-unit)
$524,225
Jumbo Threshold (1-unit)
> $806,501
Average Loan to Value
75.5%

Select your Scenario

3.5% Down (minimum)

5.959%

30-year fixed

Payment$1,700/mo
Down$9,430
Loan$264,550

10% Down

5.959%

30-year fixed · shorter MIP

Payment$1,586/mo
Down$26,943
Loan$246,731

15-Year FHA

5.959%

Faster payoff

Payment$2,348/mo
Down$9,430
Loan$264,550

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First-Time Homebuyer Programs in Win-E-Mac

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

FHA
Min. down3.5% ($9,430)
Min. credit580+
Rate5.959%
Est. P&I$1,907/mo
Est. MIP/PMI+$119/mo
Easiest credit qualification
MIP for life of loan (<10% down)
VA
Min. down0% ($0)
Min. credit620+
Rate6.083%
Est. P&I$2,010/mo
0% down, no monthly mortgage insurance
VA eligibility required; funding fee applies
HomeReady
Min. down3% ($8,083)
Min. credit620+
Rate6.835%
Est. P&I$2,065/mo
Est. MIP/PMI+$163/mo
Reduced PMI vs standard conventional
Income limits apply by area
Conventional 20% down
Min. down20% ($53,886)
Min. credit620+
Rate6.965%
Est. P&I$1,725/mo
No PMI; lowest long-term cost
Largest upfront down payment
Pro tip for first-time buyers in Win-E-Mac

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 Minnesota for additional savings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are current first-time homebuyer rates today in Win-E-Mac, MN?

Today's leading benchmark rate for first-time homebuyer rates in Win-E-Mac, MN is 6.965% (with an estimated monthly payment of $1,725). Calibrated directly to Win-E-Mac, MN'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 Win-E-Mac, MN?

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 Win-E-Mac, MN have hovered between a low of 6.853% and a high of 7.094%. 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 Win-E-Mac, MN?

Choosing between FHA and Conventional depends on your down payment budget and credit score. For a typical home priced at $269,430 in Win-E-Mac, MN, a standard 20%-down Conventional loan requires an upfront cash down payment of $53,886 but keeps your monthly payment lower at $1,725/mo (at 6.965% interest) with no monthly PMI. In comparison, an FHA loan requires only $9,430 (3.5% down) but has an estimated payment of $1,907/mo (at 5.959% interest) due to mandatory FHA mortgage insurance (MIP). Local Nuance: The typical local FHA loan amount of $260,000 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 Win-E-Mac before needing a Jumbo loan?

The 2025 conforming conventional loan limit for a 1-unit property in Win-E-Mac is $806,501. With a typical local home value of $269,430 in , a standard 20%-down mortgage requires a loan size of $215,544. 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 Win-E-Mac, MN impact estimated mortgage payments?

The median home value in Win-E-Mac, MN is estimated at $269,430. Buying a typical home here with a standard 20% down payment ($53,886) translates to an estimated starting monthly mortgage payment of $1,725 (principal and interest). Compared to the local area median household income of $68,582 ($5,715/mo), this basic housing payment represents approximately 30.2% 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.