Kentucky Mortgage Rates (2026)

Current average mortgage rates, median home prices, and top lenders in Kentucky. Rates apply to primary residence purchases with good credit (740+).

30yr Fixed

7.08%

Avg APR

15yr Fixed

6.48%

Avg APR

Median Price

$215,000

Median home

Monthly P&I

$1,147

30yr at 80% LTV

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Top Mortgage Lenders in Kentucky

1

Rocket Mortgage

Online convenience

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30yr Fixed

7%

15yr Fixed

6.4%

Min Down

3%

2

Chase

Existing customers

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30yr Fixed

6.9%

15yr Fixed

6.3%

Min Down

3%

3

Wells Fargo

Branch access

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30yr Fixed

7.1%

15yr Fixed

6.5%

Min Down

3%

4

Bank of America

Preferred Rewards

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30yr Fixed

7%

15yr Fixed

6.4%

Min Down

3%

5

loanDepot

Low down payment

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30yr Fixed

6.9%

15yr Fixed

6.3%

Min Down

3%

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First-Time Buyer Programs in Kentucky

  • KHC Regular Loan
  • KHC Affordable Down Payment Program
  • Welcome Home Kentucky

Mortgage Requirements in Kentucky

  • Min 620 credit score for KHC programs
  • Income limits apply (varies by county)
  • DTI under 45%

Kentucky Housing Market Facts

Louisville metro offers median home prices well below national average.
Kentucky has low property taxes (0.86% avg).
KHC provides down payment assistance up to $7,500.

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