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FHA Loan in Gainesville, FL

Your licensed Gainesville mortgage broker for fha loans. We shop multiple lenders to find the right FHA terms for your Gainesville purchase, and keep the file moving to the closing table.

$310,000
Median Home Price
3.5% Down
FHA Highlight
32601
Primary ZIP
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FHA Loan · Gainesville

FHA Loans From Your Gainesville 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. The underwriting forgives a thinner file than conventional does.

With a median around $310,000, Gainesville lands in Alachua County's core first-time and move-up range. A FHA loan fits squarely into how most buyers finance at this level.

Gainesville's University of Florida crowd keeps the rental and investor market busy, so DSCR loans are popular for student-housing buyers, while FHA carries first-time owner-occupants.

What a FHA Loan Offers in Gainesville

✓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, not a bank, we compare fha loan pricing across lenders at no cost. You get real numbers for your Gainesvilleprice point. 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. Or review HUD's FHA homebuyer guidelines for the official rules behind the program.

FHA Loan Snapshot
Minimum Down3.5%
Minimum Score580 (500 with 10% down)
Mortgage InsuranceUpfront + monthly MIP
Best ForFirst-time & credit-building buyers
CityGainesville
CountyAlachua County
Broker NMLS#1859012
How It Works in Gainesville
01
Apply Online
5 min · soft credit pull only
02
Match Program
We shop lenders for your FHA terms
03
Processing
Our team handles paperwork
04
Close
We coordinate title and signing in Gainesville
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FAQ

FHA Loan in Gainesville Questions

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

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

Is there an FHA loan limit in Gainesville?

Yes. FHA caps how much you can borrow by county, and the limit updates each year. With Gainesville's median near $310,000, most local purchases fit comfortably under the cap. We confirm the exact number for your price point before you write an offer.

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

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

How fast can a fha loan close in Gainesville?

The timeline depends on the program, the appraisal, the title work, and how quickly the seller and their lender respond, so we do not quote a fixed number of days. We return most pre-approval decisions within one business day and order third-party reports as early as the contract allows. A fully underwritten pre-approval is the strongest way to keep your Gainesville closing on schedule.

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Official resources

Verify the details for your own situation against these government and agency sources: HUD FHA loan program and HUD Handbook 4000.1 (FHA rules).

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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.