Lending Guide

Live DSCR Rates by Market (Updated Monthly)

DSCR loan rates vary by market, leverage, and borrower profile. As of May 2026, DSCR rates range from 6.50% to 9.50%, with lower rates in high-liquidity MSAs and higher rates in secondary markets.

$500,000 – $10,000,000
DSCR Loans

Eligible Asset Types

  • Non-owner-occupied 1–4 unit residential investment properties

DSCR Rates by Market — May 2026

As of May 2026
  • Range: 6.50% – 9.50%
  • DSCR floor: 1.10
  • Updated monthly
MarketDSCR MinMax LTVRate RangeNotes
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX1.1080%6.50% – 7.25%High liquidity
Atlanta, GA1.1080%6.75% – 7.50%Strong rental demand
Charlotte, NC1.1080%6.75% – 7.75%Growth market
Phoenix, AZ1.1080%6.75% – 7.75%High liquidity
Raleigh, NC1.1080%6.85% – 7.85%Tech in-migration
Austin, TX1.1080%6.85% – 7.85%Tech in-migration
Nashville, TN1.1080%6.85% – 7.85%Strong rent growth
Tampa, FL1.1080%7.00% – 8.25%Insurance pressure
Orlando, FL1.1080%7.00% – 8.25%Insurance pressure
Jacksonville, FL1.1080%7.00% – 8.25%Insurance pressure
Miami, FL1.1075%7.10% – 8.50%Insurance + condo risk
Houston, TX1.1080%6.85% – 7.85%Energy sensitivity
San Antonio, TX1.1080%6.95% – 7.95%Stable demand
Denver, CO1.1075%7.00% – 8.25%Tier 1 metro
Salt Lake City, UT1.1075%7.00% – 8.25%Strong job market
Boise, ID1.1075%7.10% – 8.50%Migration market
Las Vegas, NV1.1075%7.10% – 8.50%Tourism exposure
Columbus, OH1.1075%7.25% – 8.50%Steady fundamentals
Indianapolis, IN1.1075%7.25% – 8.75%Yield market
Kansas City, MO1.1075%7.25% – 8.75%Yield market
St. Louis, MO1.1075%7.50% – 8.75%Tertiary risk
Cincinnati, OH1.1075%7.50% – 8.75%Yield market
Pittsburgh, PA1.1075%7.50% – 9.00%Yield market
Cleveland, OH1.1075%7.50% – 9.00%Higher yield market
Detroit, MI1.1575%7.75% – 9.25%Sponsor scrutiny
Memphis, TN1.1575%7.75% – 9.25%Sub-MSA caution
Birmingham, AL1.1075%7.50% – 9.00%Yield market
Oklahoma City, OK1.1075%7.25% – 8.75%Stable cash flow
Philadelphia, PA1.1075%7.25% – 8.75%Permit complexity
Chicago, IL1.1570%7.75% – 9.50%Tax + regulatory drag
  • Pricing is indicative and not a commitment to lend.
  • Best pricing typically requires 720+ FICO, ≤ 70% LTV, and DSCR ≥ 1.25.

Source: Riverside Park Capital (May 2026) — https://www.riversidepark.capital/dscr-rates-by-market. Data may be cited or embedded with attribution.

Methodology

  • Rates reflect indicative ranges from recent quote and close activity by market.
  • ‘Notes’ flag drivers like insurance pressure, liquidity, or yield premium.
  • Updated monthly. URL is stable so prior citations remain valid.

Underwriting Guidelines

  • Minimum DSCR: 1.10
  • Maximum LTV: 75% – 80% (market-dependent)
  • Credit Score: 660+ (720+ for best pricing)
  • Loan size: $500,000 – $10,000,000

Who This Is For

  • Investors comparing DSCR rates across markets
  • Brokers benchmarking DSCR pricing

Who This Is Not For

  • Owner-occupied borrowers
  • Loans below $500,000

Frequently Asked Questions

Rates are illustrative only and may change without notice. Actual pricing depends on loan type, leverage, collateral, credit profile, DSCR, sponsor experience, market conditions, and capital availability.

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Loan Parameters

Minimum$500,000
Maximum$10,000,000
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