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2026 conforming loan limit: $832,750

Quick answer: The Federal Housing Finance Agency set the 2026 baseline conforming loan limit for one-unit properties at $832,750, up from $806,500 in 2025. In high-cost areas the one-unit ceiling is $1,249,125 (150% of the baseline).

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The Federal Housing Finance Agency set the 2026 baseline conforming loan limit for one-unit properties at $832,750, up from $806,500 in 2025. In high-cost areas the one-unit ceiling is $1,249,125 (150% of the baseline).

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2026 limits

One unit
Baseline (most counties)$832,750
High-cost ceiling$1,249,125
2025 baseline$806,500

Alaska, Hawaii, Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands use the high-cost ceiling as their baseline. Limits for 2–4 unit properties are higher; FHFA publishes the full county table.

Why it matters

Loans at or below the limit can be bought by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Above it you need a jumbo loan, which can have different rates, down payment and reserve rules.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the 2026 conforming loan limit?

$832,750 for a one-unit property in most of the U.S., and up to $1,249,125 in high-cost areas.

When do the 2026 limits apply?

To loans acquired by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in 2026.