3.5% Down · 580 Score

FHA Loan in Sarasota, FL

Your licensed Sarasota mortgage broker for fha loans. We shop multiple lenders to find the right FHA terms for your Sarasotapurchase, and close in 14–21 days.

$480,000

Median Home Price

3.5% Down

FHA Highlight

34236

Primary ZIP

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NMLS# 1859012 · Equal Housing Lender

FHA Loan · Sarasota

FHA Loans From Your Sarasota Mortgage Broker

An FHA loan is the government-backed mortgage that lets buyers in with as little as 3.5% down and a 580 credit score. It is the workhorse program for first-time and credit-rebuilding buyers because the underwriting forgives a thinner file than conventional does.

Sarasota's median near $480,000 puts many purchases at the move-up end of Sarasota County, where loan size and structure start to matter. We line up the FHA terms against that price point before you commit.

Sarasota's arts scene and Gulf beaches anchor an upscale market where conventional and jumbo financing cover most purchases.

What a FHA Loan Offers in Sarasota

✓3.5% down at a 580 score; 10% down in the 500–579 band

✓Gift funds allowed for the entire down payment

✓Higher debt-to-income tolerance than conventional

✓Mortgage insurance runs for the life of the loan in most cases

✓FL county loan limits cap the borrowing amount

✓Assumable — a selling point if rates rise later

As a broker rather than a bank, we compare fha loan pricing across lenders for your Sarasotaprice point at no cost. Start with a five-minute application or call (561) 300-0380 and we will map the numbers to your situation. You can also read the full FHA Loan program guide.

FHA Loan Snapshot

Minimum Down3.5%

Minimum Score580 (500 with 10% down)

Mortgage InsuranceUpfront + monthly MIP

Best ForFirst-time & credit-building buyers

CitySarasota

CountySarasota County

Broker NMLS#1859012

How It Works in Sarasota

Apply Online

5 min · soft credit pull only

Match Program

We shop lenders for your FHA terms

Processing

Our team handles paperwork

In Sarasota — typically 14–21 days

FAQ

FHA Loan in Sarasota Questions

What credit score do I need for an FHA loan in Sarasota?

FHA sets the floor at 580 for 3.5% down, or 500 with 10% down. Most Sarasota buyers we work with land between 580 and 660. If your score sits just under a threshold, we will tell you whether a small bump is worth the wait before you lock.

Is there an FHA loan limit in Sarasota?

Yes. FHA caps how much you can borrow by county, and the limit updates each year. With Sarasota's median near $480,000, most local purchases fit comfortably under the cap, but we confirm the exact number for your price point before you write an offer.

Where can I get a fha loan in Sarasota, FL?

Mortgage Capital is a licensed Florida mortgage broker (NMLS# 1859012) writing fha loans in Sarasota and across Sarasota County. As a broker we shop multiple lenders for the program, so you see real Sarasota pricing rather than one bank's box. Call (561) 300-0380 or apply online.

How fast can a fha loan close in Sarasota?

Most Sarasota loans close in 14–21 days, with pre-approval usually under 24 hours. The exact timeline shifts with the program, the property, and the seller. A fully underwritten pre-approval is the best way to keep your Sarasota closing on schedule.

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Rates are illustrative only. APR and payments vary by credit score, loan amount, and market conditions. Subject to credit approval. Not a commitment to lend. NMLS# 1859012. Equal Housing Lender.