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Mortgages in Detroit, done right.
Detroit has added residents for three straight years now after decades of decline, real, ongoing investment that's changing what buying a home here actually looks like. Whether that's a renovation loan for an older property or a standard purchase in newer development, our Michigan-licensed loan officers work the same wholesale lender network here as everywhere else we operate.
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650,000
Population
Written by the East Coast Mortgage team
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Adding residents for three straight years and counting. East Coast Mortgage is licensed to lend anywhere in Michigan under state license #FL0025608, Detroit included, not a separate city-by-city license.
By the numbers
Detroit financing data
Published figures only, each with its source and date. Not a rate quote, and not a commitment to lend.
$832,750
2026 conforming loan limit, one unit
Wayne County, MI. Above this, a loan is a jumbo. Source: FHFA
National 30-year fixed market average, month-end close
| Month | Conventional | FHA | VA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2026 | 6.87% | 6.40% | 6.42% |
| Sep 2026 | 7.60% | 7.25% | 7.25% |
| Oct 2026 (to October 16) | 7.37% | 6.99% | 7.01% |
The conventional average moved up 0.50 percentage points between August 31, 2026 and October 16, 2026.
National averages from the Mortgage News Daily daily rate index, as of October 16, 2026. These are market averages for top-tier borrowers, not East Coast Mortgage rates and not an offer of credit. Your rate depends on your credit, loan amount, property, and the market on the day you lock. Weekly market recaps
Licensed to serve Detroit
Real loan officers, individually licensed for all of Michigan.
Popular programs in Detroit
Every loan program below is available to Detroit borrowers. See all 23 →
Home Loans for Military Families
Home loans backed by the VA for active-duty service members, veterans, and some spouses, with no monthly mortgage insurance.
FHA LoanEasier to Qualify For
A lower credit score and a smaller down payment are OK. A common choice for first-time buyers.
Conventional LoanThe Standard Option
For buyers with solid credit and some savings. Usually the lowest-cost choice if you qualify.
USDA LoanHome Loans Outside the City
Backed by the USDA for buyers in eligible small towns and suburbs, more areas than most people expect.
Jumbo LoanFor Higher-Priced Homes
When a home costs more than a standard loan covers, this is built for it.
RefinancingTrade In Your Current Loan
Lower your rate, change your term, or turn your equity into cash.
Not in Detroit? See all of Michigan or another city nearby: Grand Rapids.
Licensed loan officer? See openings in Michigan →
Sources
- FHFA: Conforming loan limit values
- HUD: FHA mortgage limits lookup
- Mortgage News Daily: Daily mortgage rate index
General information, not advice for your specific situation. Program rules come from the agencies above and from each lender, and they change. A licensed loan officer confirms what applies to you.
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