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First Time Home Buyer Tampa Bay

How Much Home Can You Afford in Florida?

Enter your income, debts, and down payment to see your estimated maximum home price and full PITI monthly payment. Every calculation uses Florida-specific tax rates and accounts for the homestead exemption.

Gross (before taxes) from all borrowers

Car payments, student loans, credit card minimums

Auto-fills an estimated interest rate

Auto-filled from credit score; edit if you have a quote

30-year is most common for first-time buyers

Affects property tax rate

$0 if no HOA community

FL average is $2,000-$4,000/year. Get quotes early.

Estimated Maximum Home Price

$270,000

Tight Budget

Monthly Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest$1,621
Property Tax (Hillsborough Co.)$361
Homeowners Insurance$200
PMI (private mortgage insurance)(Goes away at 80% LTV)$104
Total Monthly Payment$2,287

Down Payment

$20,000

Loan Amount

$250,000

Loan-to-Value

92.6%

Florida-Specific Notes

Property Tax Rates by County

Hillsborough: 1.97%Pinellas: 1.89%Pasco: 1.83%Polk: 1.93%Manatee: 1.75%Sarasota: 1.63%Citrus: 1.70%Hernando: 1.77%

Homestead Exemption

Florida homeowners get up to $50,000 off the assessed value for tax purposes. This calculator already factors that in.

New Construction Warning

If buying new construction, your property tax bill in year 2 may jump 2-3x once the county reassesses the finished home. Budget accordingly.

Florida Insurance

FL homeowners insurance averages $2,000-$4,000/year depending on location, age, and roof type. Get quotes before making an offer so there are no surprises.

Want to sharpen these numbers?

Barrett can connect you with participating lenders who specialize in first-time buyer programs. Many buyers qualify for down payment assistance that changes this math dramatically.

Call (813) 733-7907

This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes only. Actual loan amounts, rates, and payments depend on your lender, credit profile, and property details. Not a commitment to lend. Consult a licensed mortgage professional for personalized numbers.

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Down payment assistance can cover your entire down payment and closing costs.

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