August 27, 2026

Mortgage rates changed little this week averaging 6.66%. The economy remains resilient, demonstrated by steady consumer spending and rising household incomes. More homes coming on the market and slower price growth in many areas are giving buyers better options and helping create a more balanced housing market.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.66% as of August 27, 2026, slightly up from last week when it averaged 6.65%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.56%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.98%, up from last week when it averaged 5.95%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.69%.

Information provided by Freddie Mac.

August 20, 2026

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage declined this week averaging 6.65%. With a dip in rates providing modest relief for homebuyers, it’s important to remember borrowers can potentially save thousands by shopping around for the best mortgage rate.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.65% as of August 20, 2026, down from last week when it averaged 6.67%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.58%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.95%, down from last week when it averaged 5.96%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.69%.

Information provided by Freddie Mac.

August 13, 2026

Mortgage rates remained relatively stable this week at 6.67%. Housing affordability has improved from a year ago, and recent increases in purchase and refinance applications suggest that borrowers continue to respond to even modest changes in mortgage rates.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.67% as of August 13, 2026, down from last week when it averaged 6.69%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.58%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.96%, down from last week when it averaged 6.01%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.71%.

Information provided by Freddie Mac.

August 6, 2026

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.69% this week. While mortgage rates continue to influence affordability, the housing market is showing signs of adjustment, with listing prices modestly below year-ago levels and for-sale inventory improving from the limited supply seen in recent years.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.69% as of August 6, 2026, up from last week when it averaged 6.66%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.63%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.01%, down from last week when it averaged 6.04%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.75%.

Information provided by Freddie Mac.

July 30, 2026

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.66% this week. The housing market continues to benefit from more available inventory, providing prospective homebuyers with additional options and helping support buyer activity as mortgage rates fluctuate.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.66% as of July 30, 2026, up from last week when it averaged 6.58%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.72%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.04%, up from last week when it averaged 5.96%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.85%.

Information provided by Freddie Mac.