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FHA Loan Limits in Westchester County, New York (2026)

Buying in Westchester County or elsewhere in Westchester County? The 2026 FHA single-family limit across the county is $1,249,125. As a high-cost county, that ceiling runs above the $541,287 national floor.

Property Type2026 FHA Loan Limit
One-unit (single family)$1,249,125
Two-unit (duplex)$1,599,225
Three-unit (triplex)$1,933,200
Four-unit (fourplex)$2,402,475

From Westchester County to the edges of Westchester County, the figures above govern FHA borrowing; buyers here frequently compare them with nearby Kings and Queens Counties.

FHA affordability around Westchester County

An FHA buyer near Westchester County faces an estimated $720,000 median, a $25,200 down payment, and — after New York's 1.72% property tax — a monthly cost around $5,820. That suits household income of roughly $225,000, above New York's $81,386 median household income, so budget carefully.

FHA payment scenarios in Westchester County

Whether you are buying in Westchester County or a smaller Westchester County community, here is how an FHA payment scales by price (3.5% down, 6.25% sample rate):

Purchase PriceDown (3.5%)Est. Monthly Payment
Entry-level — $518,000$18,130$4,220
Local median — $720,000$25,200$5,820
At the FHA limit — $1,249,125$43,719$10,011

Estimates include FHA MIP plus New York property taxes and insurance. Rates move daily near Westchester County too — get notified.

First-time buyers make up much of FHA activity in Westchester County and across Westchester County, drawn by the 3.5% down payment, 580 minimum score, and the option to use gift funds toward the $25,200 needed on a median Westchester County home.

Multi-unit FHA limits in Westchester County

Investors and house-hackers in Westchester County and across Westchester County can finance 2-4 unit homes with FHA at just 3.5% down: $1,599,225 for a duplex, $1,933,200 for a triplex, and $2,402,475 for a fourplex.

For Westchester County households near Westchester County (the Northeast median income $81,386), FHA's lenient credit and low down payment make buying realistic; many pair it with local down-payment assistance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FHA loan limit in Westchester County for 2026?
In Westchester County (Westchester County), the 2026 FHA limit is $1,249,125 for one unit, $1,599,225 for a duplex, $1,933,200 for a triplex, and $2,402,475 for a fourplex.
What income do I need to buy in Westchester County with FHA?
For a median-priced ($720,000) Westchester County home, plan on income around $225,000 at a 31% housing ratio — about $5,820/month including taxes, insurance, and MIP.
How much is the FHA down payment in Westchester County?
3.5% with a 580+ score — roughly $25,200 on a $720,000 Westchester County-area home. Gift funds are allowed.
Is Westchester County a high-cost FHA area?
Yes — Westchester County's $1,249,125 one-unit limit tops the $541,287 national floor.

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