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Today’s Boynton Beach Mortgage Rates
Live mortgage pricing for Boynton Beach, plus a straight comparison of the incentives sellers here are offering. When homes sit on the market for three months, the rate you pay can be negotiated along with the price.
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0.125 points
No points, no credit
$374 lender credit
$672 lender credit
$1,577 lender credit
Par rate per program for a single-family primary residence in Palm Beach County, 20% down, 780+ credit, 30-day lock, escrows included. Rates change through the day and are not a commitment to lend. Price your own Boynton Beach scenario, no credit pull.
Boynton Beach’s Mortgage Broker Offering the Lowest Rates
We specialize in Boynton Beach residential mortgages.
Boynton Beach buyers range from young families in newer western subdivisions to retirees in age-restricted condos and boaters near the inlet. Their loans have little in common, and neither do the lenders that price them best. On Mortgage is a broker, so we compare many wholesale lenders on the same file and structure the loan, including any seller incentive, around what actually lowers your cost.
See today’s pricing for your scenario in the Palm Beach County rate finder, or read the Boynton Beach mortgage broker guide on financing in west Boynton’s 55-plus communities.
Boynton Beach Mortgage Rates Today: Unlock the Best Deals for Your Home Loan
At par, Palm Beach County’s 30-year fixed is 6.625% today (11/9/2026). In a market where the average listing takes about three months to sell, a motivated seller can help you do better than that in the early years through a temporary buydown.
A 2-1 buydown lowers your rate by two points in year one and one point in year two, then the loan settles at the full note rate for the remaining 28 years. The seller pays the difference up front into an escrow account. On a $420,000 purchase with 20% down, here is what that looks like at today’s rate:
| $336,000 loan | Rate | Monthly principal and interest | Saved vs. full rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (bought down 2 points) | 4.625% | $1,728 | $5,087 for the year |
| Year 2 (bought down 1 point) | 5.625% | $1,934 | $2,607 for the year |
| Years 3 to 30 (note rate) | 6.625% | $2,151 | Not applicable |
| Seller’s cost for the buydown | $7,694, about 1.8% of the price | ||
Compare the alternative. If the seller instead cut the price by the same $7,694, your loan at 20% down would drop to $329,845 and the payment to about $2,112 a month, roughly $39 less than the full-rate payment, but for all 30 years. The buydown saves far more early on; the price cut saves a little forever and also lowers your property tax basis. If you expect to refinance when rates fall, the buydown usually wins. If not, run both with us before you negotiate.
Illustration at par pricing for a Palm Beach County primary residence. Lenders qualify you at the full note rate, not the bought-down rate, and seller contributions are capped by loan type and down payment.
Boynton Beach Refinance Rates: Refinancing Your Home for Better Terms
$531 lender credit
No points, no credit
$374 lender credit
$672 lender credit
0.049 points
Rate-and-term refinance quotes for a Palm Beach County single-family primary residence with 20% equity and a high credit score. Condo, cash-out and rental refinances are priced on their own terms. Price your own Boynton Beach scenario, no credit pull.
Many Boynton Beach owners who bought in the last few years did so at higher rates, sometimes with a seller-paid buydown that has since expired. If your payment stepped up to the full note rate, check whether today’s pricing beats it. A refinance does not have to save a full point to make sense; it has to save enough each month to repay its costs within the time you plan to keep the loan.
Retirees in the area also look at refinancing to a shorter term, or using a cash-out to pay for hurricane hardening that lowers insurance. Our refinance calculator shows the payback month, and the refinance options page explains each program.
Boynton Beach 30-Year Mortgage Rates: Long-Term Stability for Homebuyers
For first-time buyers, the long-term question is usually which 30-year program to use. On an illustrative $395,000 townhome in west Boynton, a buyer with a 680 score sees three very different monthly costs depending on the loan, all from today’s live pricing:
| $395,000 purchase, 680 credit | Conventional, 5% down | FHA, 3.5% down | VA, 0% down |
|---|---|---|---|
| Down payment | $19,750 | $13,825 | $0 |
| Loan amount | $375,250 | $387,846 (includes 1.75% upfront MIP) | $403,493 (includes 2.15% funding fee) |
| Today’s rate | 7.599% | 6.250% | 6.250% |
| Principal and interest | $2,649/mo | $2,388/mo | $2,484/mo |
| Mortgage insurance | $300/mo PMI | $175/mo MIP | None |
| Total before taxes and insurance | $2,949/mo | $2,563/mo | $2,484/mo |
| Mortgage insurance ends | When you reach 20% equity (cancellable) | Usually lasts the life of the loan with under 10% down | Never charged; fee waived with a service-connected disability |
Owner-occupied Palm Beach County pricing at a 680 score; mortgage insurance estimated from current premium tables. HOA dues, taxes and insurance are added on top of these figures.
Eligible veterans almost always come out ahead with VA, thanks to no down payment and no monthly mortgage insurance. Between conventional and FHA, the answer turns on credit score: in the 680 range they are often close, and above about 720 conventional tends to pull ahead because its mortgage insurance drops faster and can be cancelled.
Boynton Beach Best Mortgage Lenders: Your Trusted Partner in Home Financing
Buydown-ready lenders
Lenders that handle 2-1 and 1-0 temporary buydowns and permanent buydowns smoothly at closing.
55-plus condo lenders
Experienced with age-restricted associations, older buildings and the newer reserve rules.
Waterfront lenders
For homes on the Intracoastal and canals near the inlet, including docks and flood-zone properties.
New-construction lenders
Extended locks for homes in western subdivisions that will take months to finish.
Jumbo lenders
For larger waterfront and golf homes; see Boynton Beach jumbo rates.
Rental property lenders
For buyers adding a single-family or villa rental, sized on the rent it earns; see Boynton Beach DSCR loans.
Boynton Beach FHA Loan Rates: Affordable Homeownership Solutions
FHA works well in Boynton Beach for single-family homes and townhomes, particularly for buyers with credit in the 600s or a down payment coming from family. The minimum is 3.5% with a 580 or higher score, and FHA allows the seller to contribute up to 6% of the price toward closing costs, prepaid items and buydowns.
That 6% allowance pairs naturally with this market. A seller who will not cut the price may still agree to cover your closing costs. Condos are the exception: the project must be FHA approved, which many older age-restricted communities are not. Our Boynton Beach FHA loan page has the details.
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Boynton Beach’s Real Estate Market Overview
By mid-2026 the typical Boynton Beach sale was near $420,000, and listings averaged around 93 days before going under contract. That slower pace gives buyers leverage, and incentives such as closing-cost credits and buydowns have become common again. Condos in older communities sell for well below the median, while homes on the water and in newer gated developments sell above it.
Living in Boynton Beach
The Boynton Harbor Marina is the gateway to the inlet and some of the closest Gulf Stream fishing and diving in Palm Beach County. Oceanfront Park, the Intracoastal and a growing Town Square district give the east side its character, while the west has golf communities and newer subdivisions.
East of I-95
Older single-family homes, waterfront lots and new apartments near downtown. Flood zones and roof age drive insurance.
West Boynton
Gated communities and active-adult developments, many in unincorporated Palm Beach County, with HOA dues that count in qualifying.
Boynton Beach property taxes and homeowners insurance
A buydown lowers principal and interest, not escrow. Taxes and insurance in Palm Beach County are a large part of any Boynton Beach payment, and they are the part that rises over time. Here is a homesteaded single-family estimate at the median price.
Sources: Florida county homeowners insurance premiums (worthinsurance.com) and county total millage (movewithmomentum.com), updated October 2026. Your own premium depends on the home’s age, roof, construction and wind mitigation features, and flood coverage is a separate policy. Property tax and homeowners insurance are estimates (1.2% and 0.85% of the home’s value per year). Your actual taxes and insurance premium depend on the property, exemptions and the policy you choose, and will be confirmed on your Loan Estimate. Run your own numbers.
Boynton Beach Mortgage Rate Trends
Rates have been volatile, and Boynton Beach buyers have responded by negotiating harder rather than waiting. Demand is still steady in waterfront and gated communities, while condos in older buildings move more slowly as associations work through Florida’s inspection and reserve requirements.
If rates fall, owners who used a buydown or a higher-rate loan will be among the first to benefit from a refinance. We monitor Palm Beach County pricing daily and can alert you when your numbers improve.
Why Choose On Mortgage for the Best Boynton Beach Mortgage Rates?
Boynton Beach rewards buyers who negotiate well. Here is how we help:
Competitive mortgage rates for coastal and suburban properties
From the marina district to the western golf communities.
FHA loans with low down payment requirements
3.5% down, with seller credits up to 6%.
VA loans with exclusive benefits for service members
No down payment; see Boynton Beach VA rates.
Refinancing solutions to reduce your monthly payments
Especially after a buydown expires or rates drop.
Jumbo loans for high-value or luxury homes
For Intracoastal and estate properties above conforming limits.
Incentive math, done for you
We show what each seller concession is worth before you counter.
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Boynton Beach mortgage rates: your questions
What is a 2-1 buydown and is it worth it in Boynton Beach?
A 2-1 buydown reduces your rate by two points in the first year and one point in the second, funded up front, usually by the seller. It is worth the most to buyers who expect income to grow or who plan to refinance if rates fall. The table above shows the cost and savings at today’s Boynton Beach rate.
Do I qualify at the bought-down rate?
No. Lenders qualify you on the full note rate for a temporary buydown, so the buydown makes the early payments easier but does not increase how much you can borrow. A permanent buydown with discount points does lower the qualifying rate.
How much can a Boynton Beach seller contribute?
It depends on the loan. FHA allows up to 6% of the price. Conventional allows 3%, 6% or 9% depending on your down payment. VA allows 4% in concessions plus normal closing costs. Investment property loans are limited to 2%.
Can I get a mortgage for a 55-plus condo in Boynton Beach?
Yes, though the building has to meet the lender’s standards. Older communities may need a lender comfortable with their reserves, inspections and insurance. We review the association documents early to avoid surprises.
Are Boynton Beach home prices still rising?
Values are expected to grow modestly, with the strongest demand in waterfront and gated neighborhoods. The slower pace of sales has shifted some negotiating power to buyers.
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