Updated August 21, 2026

Commercial Mortgage Rates

Commercial mortgage rates start at 5.68% as of August 21, 2026. Select Commercial arranges competitive rates on multifamily, apartment, retail, office, industrial, hotel, SBA and CMBS loans nationwide, with long-term fixed financing, terms and amortizations up to 30 years, and no upfront fees.

Written and reviewed by Stephen A. Sobin, President of Select Commercial Funding LLC.

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Commercial mortgage rates and terms as of August 21, 2026
Loan TypeRate*Max LTV
Multifamily Loan (Over $6M)5.68%Up to 80%
Apartment Building Loan (Under $6M)6.08%Up to 80%
Retail / Shopping Center6.76%Up to 75%
CMBS Loan6.66%Up to 75%
NNN Single Tenant6.36%Up to 75%
Mobile Home Park6.08%Up to 75%
Single Credit Tenant6.36%Up to 75%
Owner-Occupied Commercial6.56%Up to 90%
Industrial Building6.76%Up to 75%
Office Building6.76%Up to 75%
Self-Storage6.76%Up to 75%
Medical Office / Healthcare6.76%Up to 75%
SBA 504 Loan6.03%Up to 90%
SBA 7(a) Loan6.75%Up to 90%
Special Purpose Property6.56%Up to 90%
Hotel Loan6.75%Up to 90%
Motel Loan6.75%Up to 90%
Bridge Loan9.00%Up to 80%

Rates last updated August 21, 2026. Rates and maximum LTV shown represent our best-case pricing scenarios. Actual rates, LTV, and loan terms are subject to underwriting approval and may vary.

Commercial Mortgage Rates Update as of July 29, 2026

On July 29, 2026, the Federal Reserve held the federal funds rate steady at 3.50% to 3.75%. The decision came on a divided 9-3 vote, with three regional Fed presidents dissenting in favor of a quarter-point rate increase to address inflation that has run above the Fed’s 2% target for more than five years. Fed Chair Kevin Warsh signaled the committee will not hesitate to combat inflation, emphasizing there is “no soft inflation target.” Markets now see little chance of near-term rate cuts, with the risk skewed toward a higher-for-longer stance rather than the easing many borrowers had hoped for.

Why this matters for investors

As of the date this was written, the 10 year Treasury yield was hovering near 4.6%, close to its highest levels in over a year. Persistent inflation, elevated energy prices, and concerns over expanding federal deficits have kept long term yields elevated, holding long term commercial mortgage rates higher with them. Lenders remain selective, and the easing bias that markets leaned on earlier in the year has largely been priced out.

Where commercial mortgage rates are landing today

Commercial mortgage rates continue to track the 10 year Treasury and SOFR with deal by deal spreads. With the Fed signaling no urgency to cut and some members pushing for hikes, borrowers should not assume that holding out for a better rate will be rewarded in the near term. Exact pricing depends on leverage, debt service coverage, property type, location, borrower track record, and prepayment structure. Two borrowers on the same day may see very different outcomes.

Refinancing and loan maturities

Many loans originated between 2019 and 2021 are maturing in 2026 and are resetting at commercial mortgage rates meaningfully higher than their original notes. With rate cut expectations now pushed out, borrowers should plan for tighter proceeds if net operating income has not kept pace. Strategies to consider include paying down principal at refinance, bringing in equity partners, exploring bridge financing to buy time for stabilization, or pursuing assumable agency debt where available.

Practical next steps for investors

  • Underwrite new loans using current commercial mortgage rates, realistic cap rates, and in place cash flow, not anticipated rate cuts
  • Look for opportunities to increase NOI by raising rents and reducing vacancy where possible
  • Plan for more conservative loan to value ratios, debt service coverage requirements, and debt yield standards in today’s lending environment
  • Lock rates early when terms are acceptable rather than waiting for material improvement

How Commercial Mortgage Rates Are Determined

Commercial mortgage rates are not set arbitrarily. Every quoted rate is built from two components: a benchmark index and a credit spread. Understanding each helps borrowers anticipate pricing and negotiate more effectively.

The benchmark index

Long-term fixed commercial mortgage rates are typically priced off the corresponding U.S. Treasury yield: a 5-year fixed loan to the 5-year Treasury, a 10-year fixed loan to the 10-year Treasury. Floating-rate and bridge loans are usually priced off SOFR. When Treasury yields rise or fall, commercial mortgage rates generally move in the same direction.

The credit spread

On top of the benchmark, lenders add a spread that reflects the credit risk of the specific loan. Stronger deals get tighter spreads; riskier deals get wider spreads. Multifamily loans through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac generally carry the tightest spreads in the market, which is why multifamily rates are typically the lowest available.

Property type matters

Lenders price property types differently based on perceived risk. Apartment buildings and well-located industrial properties currently command the most favorable rates. Office buildings, hotels, and special-purpose properties typically price wider due to higher perceived cash-flow volatility.

Factors That Affect Your Commercial Mortgage Rate

Two borrowers on the same day can be quoted very different rates on similar-looking properties. These are the variables that drive the difference:

  • Loan-to-value (LTV): Lower leverage usually earns a lower rate; a 55% LTV loan typically prices tighter than 75% on the same property.
  • Debt-service-coverage ratio (DSCR): Higher DSCR means lower perceived risk. Most lenders require 1.25x on multifamily and 1.30x to 1.40x on other property types.
  • Debt yield: Many lenders underwrite to a minimum debt yield (NOI divided by loan amount), typically 7% to 10% by asset class.
  • Property type: Multifamily, industrial and grocery-anchored retail price tighter; hotels, office and special-use price wider.
  • Loan term and amortization: Shorter terms with longer amortizations affect both the benchmark and the spread.
  • Recourse vs. non-recourse: Non-recourse loans usually price slightly higher than full-recourse, all else equal.
  • Borrower experience and net worth: Experienced borrowers with strong balance sheets and liquidity get better rates.
  • Property location: Primary markets generally price tighter than secondary and tertiary markets.
  • Prepayment structure: Yield maintenance and defeasance allow tighter pricing than step-down or open prepayment.
  • Loan size: Larger loans often access lower rates through agency and CMBS channels.

Commercial Mortgage Benefits

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Recent Closings

A sample of apartment, multifamily and commercial loans we have arranged nationwide.

224-unit apartment complex (Compass Pointe I & II) in Valparaiso, IN
$17,281,000
Valparaiso, IN
224-unit apartment complex (Compass Pointe I & II)
10-yr fixed · 30-yr amort · non-recourse
Apartment Refinance
64-unit multifamily on a 5.7-acre site in Abilene, TX
$9,000,000
Abilene, TX
64-unit multifamily on a 5.7-acre site
5-yr fixed · 30-yr amort · non-recourse
Multifamily Bridge
29-property multifamily portfolio in Troy, OH
$5,950,000
Troy, OH
29-property multifamily portfolio
10-yr term · 30-yr amort · blanket loan
Blanket Refinance
Portfolio: 30 duplexes, 5 singles, 1 four-unit in New Orleans, LA
$5,323,125
New Orleans, LA
Portfolio: 30 duplexes, 5 singles, 1 four-unit
7-yr fixed · 30-yr amort · non-recourse
Portfolio Refinance
3 self-storage facilities in Georgia + North Carolina
$3,268,000
Georgia + North Carolina
3 self-storage facilities
5-yr fixed · 25-yr amort · cash-out
Self-Storage
Single-tenant office, telecom tenant in Alabama
$2,500,000
Alabama
Single-tenant office, telecom tenant
10-yr term · 25-yr amort
Office Acquisition

Detailed Rates by Loan Program

Full pricing detail and typical terms for each program we arrange.

Multifamily Loans (Over $6M)

Loan ProductRate*Amortization
5 Year Fixed5.68%Up to 30 years
7 Year Fixed5.79%Up to 30 years
10 Year Fixed5.88%Up to 30 years
  • Tiered pricing from 55% to 80% LTV
  • Streamlined underwriting for institutional multifamily loans
  • Loan amounts from $6,000,000+
  • Loan-to-value up to 80% on purchases and 75% on refinances
  • Cash-out refinances are acceptable
  • Pricing by LTV and DSCR: Tier 2 (75-80% / 1.25x), Tier 3 (65% / 1.35x), Tier 4 (55% / 1.55x)
  • Interest-only loans are available
  • Step-down and yield-maintenance prepayment penalties
  • Non-recourse loans are available

Rates last updated August 21, 2026. Rates and maximum LTV shown represent our best-case pricing scenarios. Actual rates, LTV, and loan terms are subject to underwriting approval and may vary. We specialize in multifamily loans and will find the best commercial mortgage rates and terms for your needs.

Apartment Loans (Under $6M)

Loan ProductRate*Amortization
5 Year Fixed6.08%Up to 30 years
7 Year Fixed6.19%Up to 30 years
10 Year Fixed6.28%Up to 30 years
  • Tiered pricing from 55% to 80% LTV
  • Simplified underwriting for small-balance loans
  • Loan amounts from $1,500,000 to $6,000,000
  • Loan-to-value up to 80% on purchases and 75% on refinances
  • Cash-out refinances are acceptable
  • Pricing by LTV and DSCR: Tier 2 (75-80% / 1.25x), Tier 3 (65% / 1.35x), Tier 4 (55% / 1.55x)
  • Interest-only loans are available
  • Step-down and yield-maintenance prepayment penalties
  • Non-recourse loans are available

Rates last updated August 21, 2026. Rates and maximum LTV shown represent our best-case pricing scenarios. Actual rates, LTV, and loan terms are subject to underwriting approval and may vary. We specialize in apartment loans and will find the best commercial mortgage rates and terms for your needs.

Commercial Mortgage (Retail, Office, Industrial, Self-Storage, Medical)

Loan ProductRate*Amortization
5 Year Fixed6.76%Up to 25 years
7 Year Fixed6.89%Up to 25 years
10 Year Fixed7.06%Up to 25 years
  • Up to 75% LTV
  • Loan amounts from $1,500,000 and up
  • Retail, office, industrial, warehouse, self-storage, medical and mixed commercial properties
  • Purchase, refinance and cash-out refinance
  • Fixed 5, 7 and 10 year terms
  • Recourse and select non-recourse options

Rates last updated August 21, 2026. Rates and maximum LTV shown represent our best-case pricing scenarios. Actual rates, LTV, and loan terms are subject to underwriting approval and may vary. Conventional commercial financing for income-producing retail, office, industrial, warehouse, self-storage and medical properties.

CMBS Loans

Loan ProductRate*Amortization
10 Year Fixed6.66%-7.56%Up to 30 years
  • Up to 75% LTV
  • Loan amounts from $2 million and up
  • Available for apartments, retail, office, warehouse and hospitality
  • Loan-to-value up to 75% on purchases and refinances
  • Cash-out refinances are acceptable
  • Interest-only loans are available
  • Loans are non-recourse

Rates last updated August 21, 2026. Rates and maximum LTV shown represent our best-case pricing scenarios. Actual rates, LTV, and loan terms are subject to underwriting approval and may vary. Learn more about our CMBS (conduit) loan programs.

NNN / Single-Tenant

Loan ProductRate*Amortization
5 Year Fixed6.36%Up to 30 years
7 Year Fixed6.49%Up to 30 years
10 Year Fixed6.66%Up to 30 years
  • Up to 75% LTV
  • Investment-grade national credit tenants such as national pharmacy, convenience, auto-parts and quick-service brands
  • Up to 75% LTV for purchases and refinances
  • Cash-out available
  • Low step-down prepayment penalties
  • Loan terms up to the remaining lease term

Rates last updated August 21, 2026. Rates and maximum LTV shown represent our best-case pricing scenarios. Actual rates, LTV, and loan terms are subject to underwriting approval and may vary. Explore our NNN and credit-tenant financing options.

Fannie Mae Small Balance (Under $6M)

Loan ProductRate*Amortization
5 Year Fixed6.08%Up to 30 years
7 Year Fixed6.19%Up to 30 years
10 Year Fixed6.28%Up to 30 years
12 Year Fixed6.43%Up to 30 years
15 Year Fixed6.60%Up to 30 years
  • Tiered pricing from 55% to 80% LTV
  • Simplified underwriting for small-balance loans
  • Loan amounts from $2,000,000 to $6,000,000
  • Loan-to-value up to 80% on purchases and 75% on refinances
  • Cash-out refinances are acceptable
  • Pricing by LTV and DSCR: Tier 2 (75-80% / 1.25x), Tier 3 (65% / 1.35x), Tier 4 (55% / 1.55x)
  • Interest-only loans are available
  • Step-down and yield-maintenance prepayment penalties
  • Non-recourse loans are available

Rates last updated August 21, 2026. Rates and maximum LTV shown represent our best-case pricing scenarios. Actual rates, LTV, and loan terms are subject to underwriting approval and may vary. We offer both small and large balance Fannie Mae programs and will structure the best option.

Fannie Mae Large Balance (Over $6M)

Loan ProductRate*Amortization
5 Year Fixed5.68%Up to 30 years
7 Year Fixed5.79%Up to 30 years
10 Year Fixed5.88%Up to 30 years
12 Year Fixed6.03%Up to 30 years
15 Year Fixed6.20%Up to 30 years
  • Tiered pricing from 55% to 80% LTV
  • Streamlined underwriting for institutional multifamily loans
  • Loan amounts from $6,000,000+
  • Loan-to-value up to 80% on purchases and 75% on refinances
  • Cash-out refinances are acceptable
  • Pricing by LTV and DSCR: Tier 2 (75-80% / 1.25x), Tier 3 (65% / 1.35x), Tier 4 (55% / 1.55x)
  • Interest-only loans are available
  • Step-down and yield-maintenance prepayment penalties
  • Non-recourse loans are available

Rates last updated August 21, 2026. Rates and maximum LTV shown represent our best-case pricing scenarios. Actual rates, LTV, and loan terms are subject to underwriting approval and may vary. Both small and large balance options are available through our Fannie Mae programs.

Freddie Mac Small Balance (SBL)

Loan ProductRate*Amortization
5 Year Fixed6.15%Up to 30 years
7 Year Fixed6.21%Up to 30 years
10 Year Fixed6.17%Up to 30 years
12 Year Fixed6.40%Up to 30 years
15 Year Fixed6.42%Up to 30 years
  • Tiered pricing from 55% to 80% LTV
  • Simplified underwriting for small-balance multifamily loans
  • Loan amounts from $2,000,000 to $10,000,000
  • Loan-to-value up to 80% on purchases and 75% on refinances
  • Cash-out refinances are acceptable
  • Pricing by LTV and DSCR: Tier 2 (75-80% / 1.25x), Tier 3 (65% / 1.35x), Tier 4 (55% / 1.55x)
  • Interest-only loans are available
  • Step-down and yield-maintenance prepayment penalties
  • Non-recourse loans are available

Rates last updated August 21, 2026. Rates and maximum LTV shown represent our best-case pricing scenarios. Actual rates, LTV, and loan terms are subject to underwriting approval and may vary. Learn more about Freddie Mac multifamily and Small Balance (SBL) options.

Freddie Mac Large Balance (Over $10M)

Loan ProductRate*Amortization
5 Year Fixed5.81%Up to 30 years
7 Year Fixed5.86%Up to 30 years
10 Year Fixed5.85%Up to 30 years
12 Year Fixed5.95%Up to 30 years
15 Year Fixed6.00%Up to 30 years
  • Tiered pricing from 55% to 80% LTV
  • Institutional underwriting for large-balance multifamily loans
  • Loan amounts from $10,000,000+
  • Loan-to-value up to 80% on purchases and refinances
  • Cash-out refinances are acceptable
  • Interest-only options may be available
  • Yield-maintenance or step-down prepayment structures
  • Non-recourse loans available with standard carve-outs

Rates last updated August 21, 2026. Rates and maximum LTV shown represent our best-case pricing scenarios. Actual rates, LTV, and loan terms are subject to underwriting approval and may vary. Learn more about Freddie Mac multifamily and Large Balance options.

Bank Apartment Mortgage

Loan ProductRate*Amortization
5 Year Fixed6.25%Up to 30 years
7 Year Fixed6.50%Up to 30 years
10 Year Fixed6.75%Up to 30 years
  • Tiered pricing from 55% to 80% LTV
  • Simplified underwriting for small-balance loans
  • Loan amounts from $1,500,000 to $10,000,000+ nationwide
  • Loan-to-value up to 80% on purchases and 75% on refinances
  • Cash-out refinances are acceptable
  • Pricing by LTV and DSCR: Tier 2 (75-80% / 1.25x), Tier 3 (65% / 1.35x), Tier 4 (55% / 1.55x)
  • Interest-only loans are available
  • Step-down and yield-maintenance prepayment penalties
  • Non-recourse loans are available

Rates last updated August 21, 2026. Rates and maximum LTV shown represent our best-case pricing scenarios. Actual rates, LTV, and loan terms are subject to underwriting approval and may vary. Portfolio bank financing for stabilized 5+ unit apartment properties.

SBA Loans

Loan ProductRate*Amortization
SBA 504 (Fixed)6.03%Up to 25 years
SBA 7(a) (Adjustable)6.75%Up to 25 years
  • Up to 90% LTV, 100% possible
  • Purchase or refinance of owner-occupied properties
  • Relaxed income and credit qualifying guidelines
  • Capital available for working capital, equipment and receivables
  • Up to 90% LTV (100% for certain professional businesses)
  • Loans from $1,500,000+

Rates last updated August 21, 2026. Rates and maximum LTV shown represent our best-case pricing scenarios. Actual rates, LTV, and loan terms are subject to underwriting approval and may vary. Owner-occupied business real estate financing with high leverage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are current commercial mortgage rates?
As of August 21, 2026, commercial mortgage rates start at 5.70% for multifamily loans over $6 million, 6.11% for apartment loans under $6 million, 6.63% for CMBS loans, and 6.03% for SBA 504 loans. Rates vary based on property type, loan size, leverage, debt-service coverage, and borrower qualifications.
How are commercial mortgage rates determined?
Commercial mortgage rates are priced off underlying benchmarks, typically the 5-year and 10-year U.S. Treasury yields or SOFR, plus a credit spread set by the lender. The spread is driven by loan-to-value, debt-service-coverage ratio, debt yield, property type, location, lease quality, borrower experience, and prepayment structure.
What factors affect commercial mortgage rates?
The biggest drivers are the benchmark Treasury or SOFR rate, loan-to-value ratio, debt-service-coverage ratio, property type, tenant credit quality on leased assets, market strength, loan term, amortization, recourse versus non-recourse, and the borrower financial profile. Stronger metrics produce lower rates.
How do commercial mortgage rates compare to residential mortgage rates?
Commercial mortgage rates are typically higher than residential rates because commercial loans carry more credit risk, shorter terms, balloon payments, and are underwritten to property cash flow rather than personal income. They also often require larger down payments and stricter debt-service coverage.
What is considered a good commercial mortgage rate?
A good commercial mortgage rate is competitive with current benchmark Treasury or SOFR pricing plus a reasonable spread for your property type and risk profile. As of August 21, 2026, starting rates from 5.70% on multifamily and 6.63% on CMBS are competitive market levels for well-qualified borrowers.
Can I lock in a commercial mortgage rate?
Yes. Most commercial lenders allow rate locks once a loan application is approved or reaches commitment, typically for 30 to 90 days. Some agency multifamily programs allow early rate locks for an additional fee, which can be valuable in a rising-rate environment.
How can I get the best commercial mortgage rate?
Present a strong loan package with conservative leverage, debt-service coverage above 1.25x, a stabilized property with reliable cash flow, clean borrower credit and liquidity, and comparable lender quotes. Working with an experienced commercial mortgage broker who has credit unions, HUD, CMBS, bank and life-company relationships lets you source the most competitive pricing.
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