2026 loan limits in Santa Barbara County, California
In Santa Barbara County, a conventional loan up to $941,850 on a one-unit home is conforming. Above that it’s a jumbo loan. FHA loans can go up to $941,850.
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2026 limits by number of units
| Property | Conforming | FHA |
|---|---|---|
| 1 unit | $941,850 | $941,850 |
| 2 units | $1,205,750 | $1,205,750 |
| 3 units | $1,457,450 | $1,457,450 |
| 4 units | $1,811,300 | $1,811,300 |
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 $1,177,313 in Santa Barbara County and stay conforming; with 10% down, about $1,046,500. 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 $976,010.
Questions
What is the 2026 conforming loan limit in Santa Barbara County?
$941,850 for a one-unit home.
What is the 2026 FHA loan limit in Santa Barbara County?
$941,850 for a one-unit home.
More for Santa Barbara County
2026 limits from HUD’s county files (Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, Ca). Conforming limits are set by the Federal Housing Finance Agency.