Peoria, AZ Mortgage Broker and Home Loans

VA, Move Up and First Homes in the Northwest Valley.

Peoria is a homeowner city with a deep veteran community, so we see a lot of VA purchases, move up buys and refinances here. One detail most buyers miss: Peoria reaches into Yavapai County, and the FHA limit changes when you cross that line. We confirm the county on every address, match the loan to your plan, and compare multiple lenders before you lock.

Pillar Mortgage Group arranges home loans across Peoria, from the Loop 101 corridor to the neighborhoods around Lake Pleasant. We shop multiple wholesale lenders for VA, conventional, FHA and bank statement loans, then send you and your agent a status update at each milestone.

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

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Local data

Peoria by the Numbers

Peoria population

190,985

2020 Census count

Census

Median home value

$463,600

Owner occupied homes, ACS 2020 to 2024

Census

Peoria veterans

11,935

Census ACS 2020 to 2024

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

Loan programs

Home Loans for Peoria Buyers

Led by the loans that fit Peoria moves. Every one is available on both sides of the county line.

01

VA Loans

Peoria is home to 11,935 veterans (Census). With full entitlement there is no VA loan limit (VA), and the funding fee can be financed.

02

Conventional Loans

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

03

Buy Before You Sell

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

04

FHA Loans

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

05

Asset Depletion

Retired, or living on savings? Asset depletion qualifies you on liquid assets instead of a paycheck. 19.6% of Peoria residents are 65 or older (Census).

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First Time Buyers

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

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Refinance and Cash Out

Already own in Peoria? Refinance to a new rate or term, or tap your equity with a cash out refinance. We compare multiple lenders before you lock.

08

Bank Statement Loans

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

09

DSCR Investor Loans

Buying a rental in Peoria? 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.

Buying in Peoria

What Is Different About Buying in Peoria

A few Peoria details change the loan. Check these before you write an offer.

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One City, Two Counties

Peoria spans Maricopa and Yavapai Counties (AZ Commerce). The 2026 FHA limit is $557,750 in Maricopa County and $541,287 in Yavapai County (HUD), so a north Peoria home can carry a lower FHA ceiling. We confirm the county before you offer.

02

Lake Pleasant Living

The 25,000 acre Lake Pleasant Regional Park sits on Peoria's north side (AZ Commerce). If you are shopping out that way, put HOA dues and community fees into the payment math. The calculator below has a line for it.

03

A City of Owners

76.0% of Peoria homes are owner occupied (Census). Already own one and ready for the next? Bridge financing lets you buy before you sell, and if you are one of the 11,935 veterans in Peoria (Census), ask how VA fits your next purchase.

04

Spring Training Town

The Peoria Sports Complex is the spring training home of the Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres (AZ Commerce). Eyeing a rental near the ballpark? Check the city's rules before you buy a rental. A DSCR loan then qualifies the home on its rent, not your paycheck.

05

P83 Nights and an Old Town Stage

Arizona Broadway Theatre stages dinner theater in the P83 Entertainment District (Visit Peoria), where the city counts more than 70 bars and restaurants within a mile of its Stadium Point site (Peoria Economic Development). Old Town has its own stage at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts, and the city has over 25 miles of trails (Visit Peoria). Want the district close? We will run a condo near P83 against a house farther north to put the tradeoff in dollars.

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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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Tell us the home and the plan, whether it is your first Peoria home or a move up near the lake. A real person follows up with your options, usually the same day.

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FAQ

Peoria Mortgage Questions

Straight answers for buyers and homeowners in Peoria and the Northwest Valley.

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Can I use my VA loan in Peoria?

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. The VA funding fee can be financed into the loan.

What is the 2026 FHA loan limit in Peoria?

It depends on the side of the county line. Most of Peoria is in Maricopa County, where the 2026 FHA limit for a one unit home is $557,750. Homes on the Yavapai County side fall under a $541,287 limit. The 2026 conforming limit is $832,750 in both counties.

Can I buy before I sell my current Peoria home?

Yes. Peoria stretches across both Maricopa and Yavapai Counties, so timing a sale against a purchase can get complicated depending on where you are headed. Bridge financing lets you buy first and sell after. We quote your terms in writing before you commit.

Can retirees qualify for a Peoria 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 buy a rental property in Peoria?

Yes. DSCR loans qualify on the property's rent rather than your income, with ratios as low as 0.50 on eligible programs, and you can close in an LLC. Check the city's rules on short term rentals before you buy.

How long does it take to close on a Peoria home?

About 18 days on average, and as fast as 10 days when the file and the appraisal move quickly. Peoria sits in two counties, Maricopa and Yavapai, and the FHA limit differs between them, so we confirm the county before you offer and the loan is sized correctly from day one.
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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, Peoria city, Arizona: https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/peoriacityarizona
  2. Arizona Commerce Authority, Peoria community profile: https://www.azcommerce.com/a/profiles/ViewProfile/96/Peoria
  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. Visit Peoria, About Peoria: https://www.visitpeoriaaz.com/plan-your-visit/about-peoria
  8. City of Peoria Economic Development, Stadium Point: https://peoriaed.com/stadiumpoint
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Let's Get You Home in Peoria.

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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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