FHA Loans in Lewiston, ID
As little as 3.5% down with flexible credit — built for first-time buyers.
Work directly with Jodie Barber, a mortgage broker with 30 years of experience serving Lewiston and all of Nez Perce County.
Lewiston at a glance
North-central Idaho river/mill town at the WA border (twin to Clarkston, WA). Affordable (~$361K), stable; strong FHA/first-time market. Surrounding Nez Perce County rural areas are USDA-eligible.
Serving Lewiston neighborhoods including Downtown Lewiston, Lewiston Orchards, Normal Hill.
Why a FHA loan in Lewiston?
First-time and repeat buyers who want a low down payment or have credit that's still on the way up.
- ✦3.5% down with a 580+ credit score
- ✦More flexible credit and debt-to-income guidelines
- ✦Gift funds allowed for the down payment
- ✦Assumable — a real advantage in a higher-rate market
Idaho Housing Down Payment & Closing Cost Assistance (Second Mortgage) — up to 8% of the sales price. Household income at or below $170,000 (some products require lower, county/household-size-based limits, e.g. Ada 1-2 person ~$108,978); typically 620+ FICO for conventional / 580+ for FHA; complete an IHFA-approved homebuyer education course ('Finally Home!'). Buyers can purchase with as little as ~$500 out of pocket.
FHA Loans FAQ
- What credit score do I need for an FHA loan?
- Generally 580 for 3.5% down (500–579 may qualify with 10% down). FHA is designed to be more forgiving than conventional financing.
- What is FHA mortgage insurance (MIP)?
- FHA loans carry an upfront and an annual mortgage insurance premium. I'll show you the real monthly cost and when refinancing out of it makes sense.
“Homeownership is a partnership.” Let's talk about your FHA loan in Lewiston. No pressure — just straight answers from someone who's done this for 30 years.