FHA 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (FHA)

Available Home Repair

About This Program

FHA 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage is available to homeowners in Charleston, SC.

The FHA 203(k) loan allows homebuyers and homeowners to finance purchase (or refinance) and renovation costs in a single mortgage. The Limited 203(k) covers minor repairs up to $75,000, while the Standard 203(k) covers major structural renovations up to the FHA area loan limit. Only a 3.5% down payment is required for borrowers with a 580+ credit score.

Renovation costs financed into mortgage. Limited 203k: up to $75,000 in repairs; standard: up to area loan limit. Estimate reflects typical Limited 203k renovation.

Verified against U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (FHA)'s official page on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Finance home purchase and renovations in one FHA-insured mortgage
  • Limited 203(k): minor repairs up to $75,000 in renovation costs
  • Standard 203(k): major structural work up to FHA area limit
  • Minimum 3.5% down payment; 580+ credit score required
  • 2025 FHA loan limit in Charleston area: $806,500

How to Apply

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Your application paperwork

An FHA mortgage that rolls the cost of repairs or renovation into the loan to buy or refinance a home. The rehab work must total at least 5,000 dollars. You apply through an FHA approved lender, not a government office.

Steps to apply

  1. Find an FHA approved lender that offers the 203(k) program.
  2. Apply with that lender and choose Standard 203(k) (larger projects) or Limited 203(k).
  3. The lender brings in a HUD approved 203(k) consultant who prepares a work write-up and cost estimate.
  4. The lender underwrites, closes, and funds the loan, and the repair funds are released as the work is done.
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Documents you will likely need

  • Standard mortgage application documents (income, assets, credit).
  • Contractor bids and a work write-up for the planned repairs.
  • Information about the property you are buying or refinancing.
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Ongoing, through FHA-approved lenders

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Frequently asked questions

How much can FHA 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage provide in Charleston, SC?

Up to FHA area limit ($806,500); Limited 203k capped at $75,000 in repairs.

Who qualifies for FHA 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage in Charleston?

FHA 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage is open to homeowners in Charleston, SC.

How do I apply for FHA 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage in Charleston, SC?

Apply directly with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (FHA) using the official program link on this page. There is no middleman and no fee.

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