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Compare Michigan mortgage rates—and the costs behind them.

There is no single mortgage rate for every Michigan borrower. Match the loan type, amount, points and lock period before comparing written offers. Then check your county’s loan limit, property expenses and assistance terms so a smaller estimate does not hide a larger bill.

Published by Shop Lender Rates · Guide updated
Platform and editorial contact: Enrique Pelayo Jr., NMLS #131435. This date describes this guide, not a live rate check.

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What should a Michigan mortgage shopper check first?

Start with the property’s county or equivalent area, the number of units, and the lender’s authority to originate your loan.

2026 / ONE UNIT

$832,750

The same one-unit conforming limit appears throughout the state’s FHFA records. This cap applies to the loan, not the sale price.

LOCAL COVERAGE

83 areas

Alcona County and the other areas in the table share this one-unit limit. Taxes, insurance and assistance eligibility can still differ.

OFFICIAL HOUSING RESOURCE

Michigan State Housing Development Authority

Use the agency’s current information to check programs and participating lenders.

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Sources: FHFA’s 2026 county table and NCSHA’s state agency directory. Checked September 20, 2026.

2026 Michigan conforming loan limits by county

Use the property’s exact jurisdiction and unit count. Being below the limit does not establish approval, a down-payment requirement or a rate; ask whether a quote uses standard conforming, high-balance or jumbo pricing.

83 of 83 areas shown. Source: FHFA 2026 county table. Search changes this table only.

2026 Michigan · 1-unit conforming loan limits
County or equivalent areaMaximum loan amount
Alcona County$832,750
Alger County$832,750
Allegan County$832,750
Alpena County$832,750
Antrim County$832,750
Arenac County$832,750
Baraga County$832,750
Barry County$832,750
Bay County$832,750
Benzie County$832,750
Berrien County$832,750
Branch County$832,750
Calhoun County$832,750
Cass County$832,750
Charlevoix County$832,750
Cheboygan County$832,750
Chippewa County$832,750
Clare County$832,750
Clinton County$832,750
Crawford County$832,750
Delta County$832,750
Dickinson County$832,750
Eaton County$832,750
Emmet County$832,750
Genesee County$832,750
Gladwin County$832,750
Gogebic County$832,750
Grand Traverse County$832,750
Gratiot County$832,750
Hillsdale County$832,750
Houghton County$832,750
Huron County$832,750
Ingham County$832,750
Ionia County$832,750
Iosco County$832,750
Iron County$832,750
Isabella County$832,750
Jackson County$832,750
Kalamazoo County$832,750
Kalkaska County$832,750
Kent County$832,750
Keweenaw County$832,750
Lake County$832,750
Lapeer County$832,750
Leelanau County$832,750
Lenawee County$832,750
Livingston County$832,750
Luce County$832,750
Mackinac County$832,750
Macomb County$832,750
Manistee County$832,750
Marquette County$832,750
Mason County$832,750
Mecosta County$832,750
Menominee County$832,750
Midland County$832,750
Missaukee County$832,750
Monroe County$832,750
Montcalm County$832,750
Montmorency County$832,750
Muskegon County$832,750
Newaygo County$832,750
Oakland County$832,750
Oceana County$832,750
Ogemaw County$832,750
Ontonagon County$832,750
Osceola County$832,750
Oscoda County$832,750
Otsego County$832,750
Ottawa County$832,750
Presque Isle County$832,750
Roscommon County$832,750
Saginaw County$832,750
St. Clair County$832,750
St. Joseph County$832,750
Sanilac County$832,750
Schoolcraft County$832,750
Shiawassee County$832,750
Tuscola County$832,750
Van Buren County$832,750
Washtenaw County$832,750
Wayne County$832,750
Wexford County$832,750

County-equivalent names follow FHFA’s table, including parishes, boroughs, planning regions and independent cities. Confirm the property’s jurisdiction with your lender. FHA limits are separate.

Original FHFA table, all counties (PDF) · Current FHFA releases · HUD’s separate FHA limit lookup. This is a dated 2026 reference, not a live underwriting feed.

Where should I look for Michigan down-payment help?

Michigan State Housing Development Authority is the state housing-agency starting point listed by NCSHA. A directory listing does not mean every program is open or every applicant qualifies.

Ask for two complete options

Request a written comparison with and without assistance. Include the first mortgage’s rate and fees, the assistance balance, any monthly payment, and the amount due if you sell or refinance. Cash saved today and total financing cost are different questions.

  • Is this a grant, forgivable loan or repayable second mortgage?
  • Are there income, purchase-price, location or first-time-buyer rules?
  • Which lenders are approved, and is homebuyer education required?
  • What happens when you move, sell, refinance or repay early?

How can I compare Michigan quotes without misleading totals?

Keep property costs and timing assumptions consistent, then compare lender-controlled pricing and the cost over your expected time in the loan.

Questions to ask before choosing a quote
CheckAsk forWhy it matters
Rate, points and creditsThe same loan amount, structure and lock periodA rate bought with points is not the same offer as a zero-point quote.
Property taxesThe actual jurisdiction and an estimate appropriate to the purchaseAsk the local tax authority whether the seller’s exemptions or assessment will apply to you.
Insurance and association costsA property-specific insurance quote, deductibles, HOA dues and known assessmentsAsk about required flood or other coverage; generic monthly placeholders can understate the budget.
Title, settlement and government chargesAn itemized provider estimate and who pays each chargeConfirm local charges and contract allocations instead of assuming one statewide closing-cost percentage.
Prepaids and escrowThe same closing date, insurance premium and tax assumptionsLower reserves or fewer prepaid days can reduce cash to close without improving the loan price.

See the CFPB Loan Estimate explainer. Use the SLR comparison worksheet to keep estimates organized.

How do I verify a Michigan loan officer?

Match the person’s NMLS identifier, company and current licensing or registration record in NMLS Consumer Access. Confirm authority for your property state; bank originators and state-licensed originators can have different registration structures. If the record is unclear, check with the listed regulator before sending sensitive documents.

SLR’s educational pages do not confer licensing or represent every lender. Check participating originators and decide separately whom to contact.

Where can I see current mortgage-rate context?

The market dashboard labels national benchmarks by source and observation date. Those figures are not measured Michigan rates or available loan offers. Reprice your own scenario with the lender when your property, loan details or lock timing changes.

Find the right starting point in Michigan

Working through credit challenges?

Ask which loan programs fit your complete file and whether the lender has requirements beyond the program minimum. State assistance eligibility and mortgage approval are separate reviews.

Prepare a credit and mortgage plan →

Considering a refinance? Compare costs and your payoff timeline. Exploring home equity? Check combined payments and repayment terms before borrowing.

Michigan mortgage questions

What is the 2026 conforming loan limit in Michigan?

The 2026 one-unit limit is $832,750 across the 83 county-equivalent areas in FHFA’s Michigan table. Two- to four-unit limits differ. This is a loan-amount limit, not a home-price cap or an approval.

Where can I find Michigan homebuyer assistance information?

Start with Michigan State Housing Development Authority, listed in NCSHA’s state agency directory. Ask about currently open programs, approved lenders, income and purchase-price limits, education, and whether assistance must be repaid. Agency listing does not establish your eligibility or program funding.

Are the rates on this page actual Michigan offers?

No. The market link provides dated national benchmarks. An actual Michigan quote requires your loan and property details, current lender pricing and a defined lock period. Educational coverage of this state does not guarantee an available SLR originator.