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San Francisco County

Clear, current 2026 mortgage and refinance loan limits for homeowners in San Francisco County, California. Use the verified baseline numbers below to calculate your refinance payment, evaluate your home equity, and monitor when rate alerts make refinancing advantageous.

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2026 limits

2026 Mortgage Loan Limits

San Francisco County

Conforming Loan Limits

Per property
1 unit$1,249,125
2 units$1,599,375
3 units$1,933,200
4 units$2,402,625

FHA Loan Limits

Per property
1 unit$1,249,125
2 units$1,599,375
3 units$1,933,200
4 units$2,402,625

Source: Official Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) and HUD loan limit schedules. Conforming data represents conventional maximums. Last synchronized: 2026 update cycle.

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Refinance Payment Estimate

Estimate Your Refinance in San Francisco County

Use your current mortgage details to estimate a new refinance payment and potential monthly savings.

Estimated New Monthly Payment$2,528Principal & interest only
Home value − mortgage balance
Mortgage balance ÷ home value
Added to the proposed new loan
Proposed New Loan Amount$400,000
Estimated New Payment$2,528
Estimated Monthly SavingsAdd current rate

Estimates include principal and interest only. Taxes, insurance, closing costs, and mortgage insurance are not included.

About San Francisco

A local view of the market.

San Francisco County, CA, has one of the highest real estate values in the U.S., with median home prices around $1.2 million in 2024. Its status as a tech and cultural hub drives high demand. San Francisco, the county’s only city, has a population of about 815,000, known for its dense urban feel and diverse neighborhoods. San Francisco County offers a densely urban lifestyle, with an economy based on technology, finance, and tourism. Its cultural landmarks, thriving job market, and vibrant communities attract professionals and families seeking urban living with cultural amenities, although high costs limit accessibility for many.

County snapshot

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Market areaSan Francisco-Oakland-BerkeleyMapped market area
Area code41860CBSA / MSA reference
Featured communitySan FranciscoFrom the county record
Data year2026Aligned with this limit record
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Refinancing in San Francisco County

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