Des Plaines, Illinois Mortgage & Home Loans
Des Plaines sits near O'Hare in Cook County, offering convenient airport and expressway access alongside affordable, established neighborhoods. It's a practical choice for commuters and frequent travelers.
- Population 60,675
- Local, licensed guidance
Cook County loan limits (2026)
- FHA loan limit (1-unit)
- $541,287
- Conforming limit (1-unit)
- $832,750
- Jumbo loan threshold
- Above $832,750
Illinois has no high-cost counties, so these limits apply statewide. Figures as of 2026 and subject to change — verify current limits with FHFA/HUD. Not a commitment to lend.
Loan options in Des Plaines
Purchase Loans
Buy your next home with a loan matched to your budget and goals.
Learn moreRefinance Loans
Lower your rate, change your term, or tap equity with a refinance.
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Low down payments and flexible credit for first-time and repeat buyers.
Learn moreVA Loans
Zero-down financing for eligible veterans, service members, and spouses.
Learn moreUSDA Loans
No-down-payment loans for eligible homes in rural Illinois communities.
Learn moreJumbo Loans
Financing above the conforming limit for higher-priced Illinois homes.
Learn moreFirst-Time Home Buyers
Programs, down-payment assistance, and guidance for your first purchase.
Learn moreFirst-time buyer in Des Plaines? Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) programs and other down-payment assistance may be available in Cook County. See first-time buyer options →
Talk to a Des Plaines loan officer
Tell us about your goals and a licensed loan officer will help you find the right loan for Des Plaines. No obligation.
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Des Plaines mortgage FAQ
Is Des Plaines convenient for commuters?
Des Plaines offers strong access to O'Hare, expressways, and Metra, with established, relatively affordable neighborhoods.
What's the FHA loan limit in Des Plaines?
Cook County follows Illinois' statewide 2026 FHA limit of $541,287 (one-unit) and the $832,750 conforming limit.