FHA Loans · CO
FHA Home Loans in Denver, CO
Denver sits in an elevated FHA zone ($862,500 limit), reflecting the area's higher-than-average home values and giving FHA access to more of the local market.
3.5% Down
$19,775
Monthly Total
$3,755/mo
2026 FHA Limit
$862,500
Income Needed
$125,720/yr
FHA Limit Covers Denver
FHA loan limits in DENVER County ($862,500) comfortably cover the Denver median home price ($565,000).
Down Payment Comparison
Most Popular
FHA 3.5% Down
$19,775
Lower MIP
FHA 10% Down
$56,500
No PMI
Conventional 20%
$113,000
Monthly Payment Breakdown
| Loan Type | P&I | MIP / PMI | Monthly Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FHA 3.5% down | $3,506 | $249 | $3,755 |
| Conventional 5% down | — | $313 | $3,794 |
Upfront MIP of $9,541 (1.75%) is typically rolled into the loan balance.
Down Payment Assistance
CHFA (Colorado Housing and Finance Authority) offers down payment assistance grants and second mortgage products stackable with FHA — eligible buyers may reduce out-of-pocket to near $0. Income and purchase price limits apply.
CHFA Eligible: Colorado Housing and Finance Authority offers down payment assistance grants and second mortgage products stackable with FHA. Income and purchase price limits apply.
FAQs
Get pre-approved for an FHA loan in Denver
Low down payment, flexible credit requirements, and DPA stackable programs.