Mortgage Loans in Duval County, FL — 2026 Loan Limits & Programs
2026 loan limits, program eligibility, and every city Tayton Capital serves in Duval County.
About Duval County
Duval County is a Northeast Florida's largest county centered on Jacksonville, Florida's most populous city — elevated FHA limits at $580,750 reflecting strong Jacksonville MSA demand. Tayton Capital serves buyers throughout Duval County, including Jacksonville. The county median home price is approximately $315,000, with FHA limits above the state floor at $580,750, giving first-time buyers meaningful additional purchasing power.
2026 Loan Limits — Duval County, FL
Duval County uses the standard Florida conforming baseline of $832,750, covering the vast majority of purchase transactions. FHA buyers benefit from an elevated county limit of $580,750, which is $39,463 above the Florida floor of $541,287. This provides meaningfully more purchasing power than buyers in floor-limit counties, particularly for 3.5% down FHA borrowers. VA loans carry no county cap for borrowers with full entitlement. Loans above $832,750 require jumbo or non-QM financing.
| Loan Type | 2026 Limit |
|---|---|
| Conforming / High-Balance | $832,750 |
| FHA | $580,750 |
| VA | No limit (full entitlement) |
| Jumbo | Above $832,750 |
Duval County FHA limit is above the state floor, giving FHA buyers additional purchasing power.
Mortgage Programs in Duval County
Conventional up to $832,750 — standard pricing, 3–5% down for qualifying buyers
FHA up to $580,750 — 3.5% down, flexible credit starting at 580 FICO, no income limit
VA — 0% down, no PMI, no county limit for full-entitlement veterans
USDA — 0% down on eligible rural addresses (property-specific; confirm before offer)
Jumbo — available above $832,750 for purchases exceeding the conforming limit
DSCR Investor — qualify on rental income, close in LLC, no W-2 or tax returns required
Florida Hometown Heroes — up to $35,000 DPA for eligible FL residents in qualifying occupations
Cities We Serve in Duval County, FL
Select addresses in Duval County qualify for USDA Rural Development financing with no down payment. Property eligibility must be confirmed.
Duval County has significant military presence. VA loans with 0% down and no county limit are available throughout the county.
Duval County Mortgage FAQ
What are the 2026 loan limits in Duval County, FL?＋
The 2026 conforming loan limit in Duval County is $832,750. The FHA limit is $580,750. VA loans have no county cap for borrowers with full entitlement. Loans above $832,750 require jumbo financing. These limits are set by FHFA (conforming) and HUD (FHA) and apply throughout all of Duval County.
Does Tayton Capital serve all cities in Duval County?＋
Yes — Tayton Capital is licensed in Florida and serves the entire Duval County area. This includes Jacksonville. We close loans for buyers in every city and unincorporated community throughout Duval County.
Is USDA financing available in Duval County?＋
Yes — select addresses in Duval County qualify for USDA Rural Development financing, which offers 0% down payment with a 1.0% upfront guarantee fee and 0.35% annual fee. Eligibility is property-specific and tied to USDA's rural designation maps. Contact us to check whether a specific address qualifies.
Is Florida Hometown Heroes available in Duval County?＋
Yes — eligible Duval County buyers may qualify for Florida's Hometown Heroes program, which provides up to 5% of the purchase price (max $35,000) as down payment and closing cost assistance. The program is available to Florida residents employed in eligible occupations (healthcare, education, law enforcement, government, and others). Income limits apply at 120% of the area median income. Visit floridahousing.org or contact us for current Duval County eligibility details.
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