Mortgage Rates Decline Again, Nearing a 2025 Low
The average rate on 30-year mortgages slipped to 6.27% from 6.3% last week, while 15-year rates dropped to 5.52% from 5.53%.
In Washington, the average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage declined again, easing to just above its lowest level this year, according to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac.
- Average 30-year mortgage rate: 6.27% (down from 6.3% last week)
- Average 15-year mortgage rate: 5.52% (down from 5.53% last week)
The latest dip brings the average rate to just above 6.26%, where it was four weeks ago after a string of declines brought down home loan borrowing costs to their lowest level since early October 2024.
A year ago, the 30-year rate averaged 6.44% and the 15-year rate was 5.5%.
Author's summary: Mortgage rates decline to near 2025 lows.