Anthem, AZ Mortgage Broker and Home Loans

Move Ups and Master Planned Living North of Phoenix.

Anthem is an owner community with a median home value of $569,900, just above the Maricopa County FHA limit. That makes conventional financing the usual fit, with VA for veterans and asset depletion for buyers living on savings. Selling one home to buy another? We line up bridge financing so you can buy first and sell second.

Pillar Mortgage Group arranges home loans in Anthem for move up buyers, retirees and families who want master planned living north of Phoenix. We shop multiple wholesale lenders for conventional, VA, asset depletion and bank statement loans, and we can help you buy before you sell.

Facts checked November 8, 2026. Not a commitment to lend.

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Local data

Anthem by the Numbers

Anthem population

23,190

2020 Census count

Census

Median home value

$569,900

Owner occupied homes, ACS 2020 to 2024

Census

Residents 65 and over

23.1%

Share of Anthem residents

Census

Maricopa County loan mix

77.3 / 15.6 / 7.1

Percent conventional, FHA and VA of 2024 home loans reported under HMDA

CFPB HMDA

Buying in Anthem

What Is Different About Buying in Anthem

Master planned living and higher price points change the loan math here.

Master Planned Community

Anthem is a master planned community served by the Anthem Community Council, a civic league that is not an HOA (Anthem Community Council). Neighborhood associations can still carry their own dues, so confirm them and add them to the calculator below.

Price Point vs FHA Limit

The Anthem median home value is $569,900 (Census), just above the 2026 Maricopa County FHA limit of $557,750 (HUD). FHA works for homes under the limit; above it, conventional or VA is the usual path.

Unincorporated

Anthem is a Census designated place, not an incorporated city (Census). That does not change your loan, but it can change who provides some services, so ask your agent about them as you shop.

Move Up Timing

With 84.9% of Anthem homes owner occupied (Census), most buyers here already own. Bridge financing lets you buy your next home before your current one sells. We quote your terms in writing.

A 63 Acre Backyard

Anthem Community Park covers 63 acres, with catch and release fishing lakes, the Daisy Mountain Railroad, a skate park and the Anthem Veterans Memorial (Anthem Community Council). The community sits at the base of Daisy Mountain, with ten miles of hiking and biking trails running through town (Visit Arizona). Moving here full time with kids or grandkids in mind? Shortlist homes by how close they sit to the park, then get pre-approved for that price range before you tour.

Loan programs

Home Loans for Anthem Buyers

Led by the loans that fit Anthem move ups and retirement moves.

Conventional Loans

Purchases and refinances up to the 2026 conforming limit of $832,750 (FHFA). Put 20% down and skip PMI.

Buy Before You Sell

Moving up? Buy your next Anthem home before your current home sells with bridge financing. We quote your terms in writing.

VA Loans

Anthem is home to 1,627 veterans (Census). With full entitlement there is no VA loan limit (VA), and the funding fee can be financed.

Asset Depletion

Retired, or living on savings? Asset depletion qualifies you on liquid assets instead of a paycheck. A strong fit in a community where 23.1% of residents are 65 or older (Census).

FHA Loans

As little as 3.5% down with flexible credit. The 2026 FHA limit in Maricopa County is $557,750 (HUD).

First Time Buyers

Buying your first Anthem home? Get the Arizona first time buyer checklist and a clear plan from pre-approval to keys.

Bank Statement Loans

Self employed? Qualify on deposits instead of tax returns. 660 minimum score, 10 to 25% down, up to $4 million.

DSCR Investor Loans

Buying a rental in Anthem? DSCR loans qualify on the property's rent, with ratios as low as 0.50 on eligible programs, and you can close in an LLC.

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Estimate only, not a quote or a commitment to lend. FHA figures use HUD's 1.75% upfront premium (financed) and HUD's annual premium by loan size and down payment (on 30 year loans, 0.50% or 0.55% for base loans of $726,200 or less and 0.70% or 0.75% above that; on 15 year loans, 0.15% or 0.40% for base loans of $726,200 or less and 0.15%, 0.40% or 0.65% above that); VA figures use VA's funding fee for first use (2.15% under 5% down, 1.5% at 5% to under 10%, 1.25% at 10% or more), financed. Conventional loans under 20% down usually carry PMI; enter your quote. Taxes and insurance vary by home.

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FAQ

Anthem Mortgage Questions

Straight answers for buyers and homeowners in Anthem and the North Valley.

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Can I buy my next Anthem home before I sell?

Yes. With Anthem's $569,900 median home value sitting just above the Maricopa FHA limit, most moves here are conventional to conventional. Bridge financing lets you buy your next home first and sell your current one after, so you are not scrambling to time both closings. We quote your terms in writing before you commit.

What is the 2026 FHA loan limit in Anthem?

Anthem is in Maricopa County, where the 2026 FHA limit for a one unit home is $557,750 (HUD). The 2026 conforming limit for a one unit home is $832,750 (FHFA).

Is Anthem an HOA community?

The Anthem Community Council is a civic league, not an HOA. Individual neighborhoods can have their own associations and dues, so confirm them on any home you are considering and add them to your payment.

Can retirees qualify for an Anthem home?

Often, yes. Social Security, pensions and retirement account income can count, and asset depletion programs can qualify you on liquid savings instead of a paycheck.

Can I use a VA loan in Anthem?

Yes, for a home you will live in. With full entitlement there is no VA loan limit, though your lender still approves the amount based on your credit, income and the appraisal.

How long does it take to close on an Anthem home?

About 18 days on average, and as fast as 10 days when the file and the appraisal move quickly. Anthem neighborhoods can have their own associations with their own dues, so we confirm which one applies to the home you choose and add the dues to your payment before underwriting starts.
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Sources and Review Dates

Primary sources, each checked November 8, 2026. Program terms come from Pillar Mortgage Group and are subject to change.

Reviewed by Pillar Mortgage Group. Last reviewed November 2026.

  1. US Census Bureau QuickFacts, Anthem CDP, Arizona: https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/anthemcdparizona
  2. Anthem Community Council, About Us: https://anthemcouncil.com/27/About-Us
  3. CFPB HMDA Data Browser, Maricopa County, 2024, loans originated: https://ffiec.cfpb.gov/data-browser/data/2024?category=counties&items=04013&actions_taken=1
  4. FHFA, Conforming Loan Limit Values for 2026 (Nov 25, 2025): https://www.fhfa.gov/news/news-release/fhfa-announces-conforming-loan-limit-values-for-2026
  5. HUD, 2026 FHA forward mortgage limits: https://apps.hud.gov/pub/chums/cy2026-forward-limits.txt
  6. VA.gov, VA home loan limits: https://www.va.gov/housing-assistance/home-loans/loan-limits/
  7. Anthem Community Council, ACC Parks: https://anthemcouncil.com/345/ACC-Parks
  8. Visit Arizona, Anthem: https://www.visitarizona.com/places/cities/anthem
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Pillar Mortgage Group, LLC is an Equal Housing Lender, doing business in accordance with the Fair Housing Act and Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Not a commitment to lend.
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