Arizona Mortgage Rates August 2026: Why They Just Hit an 11-Month High

Published on: 08/07/2026

The average 30 year fixed mortgage rate hit 6.69% in early August 2026, the highest in 11 months. Here is what is driving Arizona rates higher and what it means for Phoenix and Scottsdale buyers. Pillar Mortgage Group, NMLS #2700076.

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