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2024 FHA Loan Limits in Montana

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FHA loans are a helpful option for buying homes, even if it’s not your first purchase. In Montana, most areas let you borrow up to $498,257 for an FHA loan on a single-family home, but in Carbon, Stillwater and Yellowstone Counties, that limit goes up to $754,400.

Flexible lending requirements make FHA loans an appealing option, but before making any commitments, buyers need to understand how they work and compare to other loan types. We’ll further examine this type of home loan, including loan limits, qualifications and lenders available in Montana, to determine if it’s the right fit for your homebuying needs. 

 

County nameOne unitTwo unitsThree unitsFour unitsMedian sales price
BEAVERHEAD$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$281,000
BIG HORN$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$238,000
BLAINE$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$297,000
BROADWATER$499,100$638,950$772,300$959,800$408,000
CARBON$754,400$965,750$1,167,400$1,450,800$656,000
CARTER$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$187,000
CASCADE$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$285,000
CHOUTEAU$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$252,000
CUSTER$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$298,000
DANIELS$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$257,000
DAWSON$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$173,000
DEER LODGE$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$245,000
FALLON$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$145,000
FERGUS$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$228,000
FLATHEAD$558,900$715,500$864,850$1,074,800$486,000
GALLATIN$718,750$920,150$1,112,250$1,382,250$625,000
GARFIELD$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$248,000
GLACIER$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$147,000
GOLDEN VALLEY$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$175,000
GRANITE$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$330,000
HILL$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$269,000
JEFFERSON$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$396,000
JUDITH BASIN$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$207,000
LAKE$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$375,000
LEWIS AND CLARK$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$396,000
LIBERTY$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$226,000
LINCOLN$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$307,000
MADISON$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$353,000
MCCONE$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$178,000
MEAGHER$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$177,000
MINERAL$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$322,000
MISSOULA$546,250$699,300$845,300$1,050,500$475,000
MUSSELSHELL$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$315,000
PARK$563,500$721,400$872,000$1,083,650$490,000
PETROLEUM$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$184,000
PHILLIPS$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$272,000
PONDERA$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$213,000
POWDER RIVER$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$166,000
POWELL$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$231,000
PRAIRIE$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$179,000
RAVALLI$504,850$646,300$781,200$970,850$434,000
RICHLAND$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$379,000
ROOSEVELT$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$244,000
ROSEBUD$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$156,000
SANDERS$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$308,000
SHERIDAN$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$184,000
SILVER BOW$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$266,000
STILLWATER$754,400$965,750$1,167,400$1,450,800$656,000
SWEET GRASS$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$349,000
TETON$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$306,000
TOOLE$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$172,000
TREASURE$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$264,000
VALLEY$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$257,000
WHEATLAND$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$192,000
WIBAUX$498,257$637,950$771,125$958,350$165,000
YELLOWSTONE$754,400$965,750$1,167,400$1,450,800$656,000

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FHA loan limits are adjusted annually based on median home prices within specific regions of the country. These adjustments aim to ensure borrowers can access affordable housing options while also mitigating risks for lenders. 

The FHA “floor” is the lowest possible loan limit, set at 65% of the national conforming loan limit. The “ceiling” is the maximum loan limit, which is set at 150% of the national conforming loan limit, offering flexibility to borrowers residing in higher-priced markets. 

For most of the U.S. in 2024, the conforming loan limit for one-unit properties is $766,550. Yet, in high-cost areas, the limit can exceed a million dollars, reaching $1,149,825.

These loans are designed to assist buyers with limited financial resources, offering an accessible path to homeownership that may not be available to them with a conventional loan due to their credit score, debt and other factors. 

Here are the requirements for an FHA home loan:

 Minimum credit score of 500. Generally, the minimum credit score to buy a house with an FHA loan is 500, although higher scores mean a lower down payment. 
 Down payment of 10%. A minimum down payment of 10% is required for credit scores under 580; however, for homebuyers with higher scores, a 3.5% down payment is required. 
 Debt-to-income ratio of 43% or lower. Borrowers must have a debt-to-income ratio (DTI) of 43% or lower to qualify, ensuring they can manage mortgage payments alongside other financial obligations such as credit cards, auto loans and student loans. 
 Home appraisal. The property must meet FHA appraisal guidelines to protect both the buyer and the lender.
 Mortgage insurance. All FHA loans require mortgage insurance, which usually equals 1.75% of the loan amount upfront, and 0.15% to 0.75% of the loan amount for annual insurance which is added to monthly payments. 
 Occupancy. Homebuyers must occupy the home as their primary residence for a minimum of 12 months. 
 Mortgage cash reserves. Depending on the number of units, homebuyers must have a minimum mortgage cash reserve equal to one to three months of payments. 

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Buying a multifamily property with an FHA loan 

The FHA program enables buyers to purchase multifamily homes (two to four units), providing an opportunity to invest in real estate. To qualify for this option, borrowers must meet specific requirements, including:

 Minimum credit score of 580 for a 3.5% down payment
 Debt-to-income ratio of 43% or less
 Home appraisal
 Mortgage insurance
 Mortgage cash reserve
 Occupancy of one of the units as the primary residence

Number of unitsLow-cost FHA loan limit
Two$637,950
Three $771,125
Four $958,350

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LendingTree is compensated by companies on this site and this compensation may impact how and where offers appear on this site (such as the order). LendingTree does not include all lenders, savings products, or loan options available in the marketplace.
 

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