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FHA Loan Limits in Virginia (2026)

For 2026, the FHA loan limit in most Virginia counties is $541,287 for a single-family home. 5 higher-cost Virginia counties carry larger limit, up to $1,249,125.

FHA loan limits by county in Virginia

County1-Unit2-Unit4-UnitTier
Fairfax County$1,249,125$1,599,225$2,402,475High-cost
Prince William County$1,249,125$1,599,225$2,402,475High-cost
Virginia Beach County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Loudoun County$1,249,125$1,599,225$2,402,475High-cost
Chesterfield County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Henrico County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Spotsylvania County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Stafford County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Albemarle County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Hanover County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Augusta County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Roanoke County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Rockingham County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Bedford County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Frederick County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Montgomery County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Campbell County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Pittsylvania County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Fauquier County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Franklin County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Washington County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Tazewell County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Wise County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Culpeper County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Accomack County$541,287$692,997$1,041,072Standard
Arlington County$1,249,125$1,599,225$2,402,475High-cost
Alexandria County$1,249,125$1,599,225$2,402,475High-cost
Virginia's median home price is roughly $400,000. With 3.5% down, an example FHA payment near that price is about $3,079/month including MIP, taxes, and insurance.

Buying with an FHA loan in Virginia

FHA loans are popular with first-time buyers in Virginia because they allow a 3.5% down payment, accept credit scores as low as 580, and have flexible debt-to-income guidelines. The county limits above cap how much you can borrow with FHA financing; above those amounts you would need a conventional or jumbo loan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FHA loan limit in Virginia for 2026?
Most Virginia counties use the national FHA floor of $541,287 for a one-unit home. High-cost Virginia counties go higher, up to the ceiling of $1,249,125.
What credit score do I need for an FHA loan in Virginia?
FHA allows a 3.5% down payment with a 580 credit score, or 10% down with scores between 500 and 579. Lenders may set higher minimums.

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