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Jumbo Loans in San Francisco County

The 2026 one-unit conforming limit in San Francisco County is $1,249,125. Any one-unit loan above that is a jumbo loan. Below: how that line falls across 1 San Francisco cities.

$1,249,125

2026 1-unit conforming limit

High-cost

County designation

1

Cities covered below

700+

Typical credit score

Overview

What counts as a jumbo loan in San Francisco County

San Francisco County is a designated high-cost area, so its 2026 one-unit conforming loan limit is $1,249,125 (per FHFA/HUD 2026 loan limits) rather than the $832,750 national baseline. Any one-unit loan above $1,249,125 in San Francisco County is a jumbo loan.

Values across the county run from roughly $1.4M in San Francisco to about $1.4M in San Francisco, so whether a purchase needs jumbo financing varies widely by city — the table below shows where each one sits against the $1,249,125 limit.

Typical requirements

  • A strong credit score, generally 700 or higher
  • A larger down payment (often 10–20%+)
  • Significant cash reserves
  • Full documentation of income and assets

Potential benefits

  • Finance high-value San Francisco properties in a single loan
  • Competitive rates for strong borrowers
  • Fixed and adjustable options
  • Available for primary, second, and investment homes
City by city

Where the $1,249,125 line falls across San Francisco County

Typical home values are Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) figures for June 2026, rounded. ZHVI reflects the typical value for homes in the 35th to 65th percentile range, so it sits below the median sale price in markets with a heavy luxury tail. Provided as a market reference for general education only; not an appraisal or valuation of any specific property.

CityTypical home value
approx., mid-2026
Is a jumbo loan usually needed?
San Francisco$1.4MOften — depends on the home
Market notes

How jumbo financing plays out in each San Francisco city

San Francisco. San Francisco home values run above the 2026 high-cost conforming ceiling, so the large majority of single-family and many condo purchases in the city are financed as jumbo loans.

FAQ

Jumbo loans in San Francisco County — common questions

What is the 2026 jumbo loan limit in San Francisco County?
In San Francisco County the 2026 one-unit conforming limit is $1,249,125 (per FHFA/HUD 2026 loan limits). A jumbo loan is any one-unit loan amount above $1,249,125. The county carries the high-cost limit rather than the $832,750 national baseline.
Which San Francisco cities usually require a jumbo loan?
It varies by city. In San Francisco, where typical values run around $1.4M, jumbo financing applies to most standard purchases. In San Francisco, closer to $1.4M, it comes into play mainly on higher-end homes. The table on this page marks where each of the 1 cities we cover falls against the $1,249,125 limit.
How much down payment do jumbo borrowers need in San Francisco?
Jumbo programs commonly look for 10 to 20 percent or more, along with a credit score generally at or above 700 and meaningful cash reserves. The exact figure depends on the loan amount, the property, and your overall profile.
Do jumbo loans cost more than conforming loans in San Francisco?
Not necessarily. For strong borrowers jumbo pricing is often very competitive with conforming loans, and in some markets it prices close to or below a comparable conforming loan. Pricing depends on credit, down payment, reserves, and the specific program.

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