Northwest Florida

Leon County, FL home buyer guide

Today's mortgage rates, FHA loan limits, and first-time buyer programs available in Tallahassee and across Leon County.

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Leon County snapshot

Median home price

$285,000

Population

295,000

FHA loan limit (1-unit)

$524,225

County seat

Tallahassee

Leon County is Florida's state-capital market. State employees, FSU/FAMU staff, and Leon County Schools all qualify for Hometown Heroes, making it the top assistance program here.

Today's example payments

Monthly payment on a $285,000 Leon County home

Estimates include principal, interest, Florida property tax (~0.98%), and homeowners insurance (~1.25%). PMI/MIP varies. Updated June 14, 2026.

Live rates

Conventional

Monthly payment

$2,245

Rate (mid): 6.520%
Down payment: $14,250 (5.0%)
Loan amount: $270,750

5% down · PMI applies

FHA

Monthly payment

$2,204

Rate (mid): 6.145%
Down payment: $9,975 (3.5%)
Loan amount: $275,025

3.5% down · MIP included

VA

Monthly payment

$2,242

Rate (mid): 6.020%
Down payment: $0 (0.0%)
Loan amount: $285,000

0% down · no PMI

Hometown Heroes

Monthly payment

$2,288

Rate (mid): 6.270%
Down payment: $0 (0.0%)
Loan amount: $285,000

Up to $35K assistance

Educational estimates only. Your actual rate and payment depend on credit, debt-to-income, property type, lender pricing, and the exact insurance quote for your home.