Jumbo loan snapshot for South Carolina
| Item | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Minimum down payment | 10%–20% |
| Minimum credit score | 700+ |
| Typical SC home value | $236,700 |
| 3.5% down on typical home | $8,285 |
| 20% down on typical home | $47,340 |
| Avg. effective property tax | 0.51%/yr (~$100/mo) |
| Income for typical home (31% rule) | $71,000 |
Rate assumption: 7.18% (Freddie Mac PMMS 30-year fixed average, week of November 5, 2026). Change it in the payment calculator.
Which South Carolina programs pair with Jumbo loans?
- Homebuyer Program: A fixed-rate first mortgage with down payment assistance for eligible buyers.
- Palmetto Heroes: Lower-rate loans and assistance for teachers, first responders, nurses and veterans.
Details and current limits: SC Housing.
Jumbo loan requirements
- Credit: 700–720 minimum at many lenders.
- DTI: often 43% or lower.
- Reserves: 6–12+ months of principal, interest, taxes and insurance.
- Full documentation; sometimes two appraisals for very large loans.
Alternatives to a jumbo loan
Some buyers use a 'piggyback' structure — a conforming first mortgage plus a second loan — to avoid jumbo requirements. A larger down payment that brings the loan under the conforming limit is another option.
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