District of Columbia Conventional Loans

District of Columbia Conventional Loan to Make Your Move

The right home deserves the right loan. A District of Columbia conventional loan gives you competitive rates, flexible terms, and the support you need from first look to closing day.

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The Benefits of A District of Columbia Conventional Loan

Flexible Down Payment Options.

Put down as little as 3% or more if you choose. A District of Columbia conventional loan lets you decide how much to invest upfront based on what works for your budget.

Loan Has No Upfront Mortgage Insurance Fee.

Unlike government loans, A District of Columbia conventional loan has no upfront mortgage insurance fee. More of your money goes toward your home from day one.

PMI That Goes Away.

If you put less than 20% down, you pay private mortgage insurance. But with A District of Columbia conventional loan, PMI drops off once you hit 20% equity. It is not forever.

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Our Rates For You

CONV 30 Year Purchase

Cash Flow Friendly
Monthly payment
$2,053.64
Rate Points (cost)
3
(
$10,500
)
Rate
5.800%
APR
5.500%
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Effective date:
2026-04-03

CONV 15 Year Purchase

Build Equity Faster
Monthly payment
$2,915.81
Rate Points (cost)
3
(
$10,500
)
Rate
5.800%
APR
5.500%
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Effective date:
2026-04-08

Rates and APR shown are based on a $350,000 loan amount, 850 credit score, primary residence, single family home, 75% loan to value ratio, and owner occupied property. Payment example assumes no other liens on the property and includes principal and interest only. Taxes, insurance, mortgage insurance, and escrow items are not included and will increase the actual payment. Rates, APR, and points are subject to change without notice and may vary based on credit profile, property type, occupancy, loan to value, loan amount, and other qualifying factors. Not all borrowers will qualify.

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How to Get Your District of Columbia Conventional Loan

01

Tell Us About Your Goals

Share what you are looking for. Budget, location, timeline. We listen first and build your District of Columbia conventional loan options around what matters to you.

02

See What You Can Afford

We run the numbers and show you clearly. Monthly payment. Down payment options. Total costs. Your District of Columbia conventional loan is laid out so you can shop with confidence.

03

Find Your Home

With your financing in place, the fun begins. Search for homes knowing exactly what you can afford and that your District of Columbia conventional loan is ready to go.

04

Close and Move In

We handle the details, coordinate the closing, and get you to the finish line. Keys in hand, you step into your new District of Columbia home.

What Your District of Columbia Conventional Loan Includes

Down Payments as Low as 3%.

You do not need to save for years. A District of Columbia conventional loan lets you buy with just 3% down, getting you into your home sooner.

Loan Amounts Up to Conforming Limits.

District of Columbia conventional loans cover most home prices. For higher cost areas, conforming loan limits allow you to borrow more without jumping to a jumbo loan.

Fixed or Adjustable Rates.

Choose the rate structure that fits your plan. A fixed rate keeps payments steady. An adjustable rate may start lower. Your District of Columbia conventional loan, your choice.

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0%
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Guarantee fee
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Military only
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Most homes qualify
Some restrictions
Primary residence
Rural primary only
Dropping PMI & flexibility
Low down, credit bumps
Service members
Eligible rural buyers
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Jumbo Loans

For homes beyond standard loan limits.

High value homes should not mean high stress financing. A conventional loan with jumbo options offers competitive rates, simple terms, and a clear path to purchase without compromise.

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What could you afford with a conventional loan

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Real people. Real challenges. Real mortgage success.

Both of us working full time and Landon at Oxford used our combined income to qualify us for a conventional loan in Tenleytown that we couldn't have gotten individually. Better rate with two incomes, comfortable payment, and Landon showed us exactly how much house we could realistically afford.

Eugene Kelly

Tenleytown
,
District of Columbia

Moving across the country to Petworth was stressful enough. Craig at Oxford removed the mortgage stress completely. Conventional purchase, efficient process, and Craig coordinated everything remotely. Never met in person until closing day and it was still the smoothest transaction.

Carol Collins

Petworth
,
District of Columbia

Running my own business means my income looks different on paper. Abigail at Oxford understood that and structured our conventional application for the Foggy Bottom purchase properly. Approved without drama, good rate, and a payment that works even in slower business months.

Terrance Jimenez

Foggy Bottom
,
District of Columbia

Dual income couple ready to buy our first home. Temitayo at Oxford ran the numbers on a conventional purchase in Navy Yard and we were pleasantly surprised by what we qualified for. Great rate, manageable payment, and Temitayo helped us stay within a budget that felt right rather than stretching too far.

Jeremy Mendoza

Navy Yard
,
District of Columbia

Relocated to Brookland for a new job and needed to buy fast. Antonio at Oxford made the conventional purchase happen on a tight timeline. Pre approved quickly, found a place, and closed before my start date. One less thing to worry about during a major life transition.

Latasha Cunningham

Brookland
,
District of Columbia

Self employed for five years and conventional lenders kept saying no. Temitayo at Oxford took the time to work through our tax returns properly. Approved for a conventional loan, bought in Columbia Heights, and the rate was better than the FHA fallback other lenders kept suggesting. Temitayo found the right path.

Bryce Cox

Columbia Heights
,
District of Columbia

Craig at Oxford answered every question about our Dupont Circle conventional purchase. Rate lock timing, appraisal process, closing cost breakdown, everything. By the time we signed, I understood my mortgage better than most homeowners I know. Craig educated us while getting the job done.

Lamar Cunningham

Dupont Circle
,
District of Columbia

The conventional purchase on our Adams Morgan home felt straightforward because Landon at Oxford made it that way. Clear document checklist from day one, no last minute requests, and a closing that went exactly as scheduled. Landon ran a tight operation and we benefited from it.

Scott Castro

Adams Morgan
,
District of Columbia

From application to closing, Antonio at Oxford was responsive and organized on our Georgetown conventional purchase. Texts, emails, calls, whatever worked for us. Every deadline met, every question answered. A genuinely professional experience from a team that does this well.

Patricia Moore

Georgetown
,
District of Columbia

What set Abigail at Oxford apart was the communication. Every step of our Capitol Hill conventional purchase was explained before it happened. No surprises, no confusion, just clear updates. Closed on time and we always knew where things stood. That transparency made everything easier.

Zachary Wood

Capitol Hill
,
District of Columbia
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What is a District of Columbia conventional loan?

A District of Columbia conventional loan is a home loan not backed by a government agency. It offers competitive rates, flexible terms, and down payments as low as 3% for qualified buyers.

How much down payment do I need for a District of Columbia conventional loan?

You can buy with as little as 3% down on a District of Columbia conventional loan. Putting 20% down avoids private mortgage insurance, but it is not required.

What credit score do I need for a District of Columbia conventional loan?

Most lenders look for a 620 credit score or higher for a District of Columbia conventional loan. Higher scores typically get better rates and terms.

Do District of Columbia conventional loans have PMI?

Yes, if you put less than 20% down. But unlike FHA loans, PMI on a District of Columbia conventional loan drops off once you reach 20% equity.

What are District of Columbia conventional loan rates?

District of Columbia conventional loan rates change with the market. Your specific rate depends on credit, down payment, and loan amount. We show you current rates for your situation.

How much can I borrow with a District of Columbia conventional loan?

District of Columbia conventional loan limits follow conforming guidelines, which vary by county. Most areas allow loans up to $766,550 in 2024. Higher cost areas allow more.

Can I use a District of Columbia conventional loan for a condo?

Yes. District of Columbia conventional loans work for single family homes, condos, and townhomes. The property must meet certain guidelines, but most do.

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