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Palm Bay FHA Loans

FHA loans in Palm Bay, Florida

Buy a home in Palm Bay with as little as 3.5% down. Here's how FHA loans work in Brevard County, why Palm Bay is so FHA-friendly, and how to get pre-approved.

1-unit: $541,2873.5% down580+ scoreSpace Coast

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Palm Bay Home Loans

FHA loans in Palm Bay, Florida

Palm Bay is Brevard County's largest city and one of the Space Coast's most affordable, with abundant new construction and easy access to the region's growing aerospace and defense employers. That mix of low prices and new homes makes it a standout FHA market — the statewide loan limit comfortably covers local homes, and 3.5% down opens the door for first-time buyers and Space Coast workers.

Brevard County FHA limit (1-unit)$541,287

2026 single-family

Minimum down3.5%

With a 580+ score

Min credit score580

500–579 with 10% down

Property types1–4 units

Owner-occupied

What the FHA limit means in Palm Bay

With the 2026 FHA limit of $541,287 and FHA's 3.5% minimum down, you can finance a Palm Bay home priced up to roughly $560,000 (your loan covers the price minus your down payment). In Palm Bay's affordable market, that covers the vast majority of homes, including many new builds. A few Florida counties are set higher, so confirm Brevard County's exact figure with HUD.

Affordable Space Coast homeownership with FHA

Palm Bay offers some of the best value on the Space Coast, and its new-construction homes are tailor-made for FHA — they pass the appraisal easily and sit well under the loan limit, ideal for first-time buyers. Steady aerospace and defense jobs in the region give many buyers the reliable income FHA looks for. Pair FHA with Florida assistance and gift funds to keep cash to close low.

Down payment help for Palm Bay buyers

You don't have to cover the down payment alone. FHA allows gift funds, sellers can contribute up to 6% toward closing costs, and Palm Bay buyers can often pair FHA with assistance from the Florida Housing Finance Corporation and Brevard County's local SHIP-funded programs. Funding and eligibility change frequently, so we'll help you confirm what's currently available — see our FHA down payment assistance guide.

Neighborhoods we serve in Palm Bay

We help buyers throughout Palm Bay and Brevard County, including Bayside Lakes, Port Malabar, and the surrounding Space Coast communities. Wherever you're looking, we'll explain your FHA loan limit, rate, and monthly payment — and get you pre-approved fast.

Questions & Answers

Frequently asked questions

What is the FHA loan limit in Palm Bay (Brevard County) for 2026?+
Brevard County is at the 2026 Florida FHA floor of $541,287, which covers nearly all Palm Bay homes. Confirm the exact figure with HUD's official lookup.
Is Palm Bay a good FHA market?+
Yes — it's one of the Space Coast's most affordable cities, with lots of new construction that meets FHA standards.
How much home can I buy with FHA in Palm Bay?+
With the $541,287 limit and 3.5% down, you can finance a home up to roughly $560,000 — well above the typical Palm Bay price.
How much down payment do I need in Palm Bay?+
As little as 3.5% with a 580+ score, reduced with gift funds and Florida assistance.
Do you serve all of Brevard County?+
Yes — Palm Bay, Melbourne, Titusville, Cocoa, and surrounding Space Coast communities.
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