2026 loan limits in Monterey County, California
In Monterey County, a conventional loan up to $994,750 on a one-unit home is conforming. Above that it’s a jumbo loan. FHA loans can go up to $994,750.
Conforming limit (1 unit)$994,750High-cost county
FHA limit (1 unit)$994,750High-cost county
Highest price, 20% down, conforming$1,243,438Loan at the limit
Highest price, 3.5% down, FHA$1,030,829Loan at the limit
2026 limits by number of units
| Property | Conforming | FHA |
|---|---|---|
| 1 unit | $994,750 | $994,750 |
| 2 units | $1,273,450 | $1,273,450 |
| 3 units | $1,539,350 | $1,539,350 |
| 4 units | $1,913,000 | $1,913,000 |
What the limits mean for your purchase
The limit applies to the loan amount, not the price. With 20% down you could buy up to about $1,243,438 in Monterey County and stay conforming; with 10% down, about $1,105,278. Loans above the limit are jumbo loans, which usually need a higher credit score and more savings. With FHA’s 3.5% minimum down payment, the highest price at the limit is about $1,030,829.
Questions
What is the 2026 conforming loan limit in Monterey County?
$994,750 for a one-unit home.
What is the 2026 FHA loan limit in Monterey County?
$994,750 for a one-unit home.
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2026 limits from HUD’s county files (Salinas, Ca). Conforming limits are set by the Federal Housing Finance Agency.