Compare Today's Mortgage and Refinance Rates in Tuscaloosa
On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, the national average 30-year fixed mortgage APR is 6.887%. The average 15-year fixed mortgage APR is 5.854%. .
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Mortgage rate trends (APR)
- 30-year fixed
- 15-year fixed
- 5-year ARM
NerdWallet’s mortgage rate insight
6.887%
30-year fixed-rate“
On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, the average APR on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage remained at 6.887%. The average APR on a 15-year fixed-rate mortgage remained at 5.854% and the average APR for a 5-year adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) remained at 7.500%, according to rates provided to NerdWallet by Zillow. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is 6 basis points lower than one week ago and 8 basis points higher than one year ago.
A basis point is one one-hundredth of one percent. Rates are expressed as annual percentage rate, or APR.
- About this lenderPros
- Special program offers a pricing break for first first-time home buyers.
- Offers financing options for self-employed borrowers and those without Social Security numbers.
- Interactive mortgage rates tool takes credit score and location into account.
Cons- Purchase loans are not available in all states.
- Doesn’t offer home equity loans or lines of credit.
- No refinancing options are available.
- About this lenderPros
- Offers a variety of loan types, including first-time buyer programs and loans for self-employed borrowers.
- Real-time rate quotes available while working with a broker.
- Responsive customer service.
- Competitive pricing often available, especially for non-traditional borrowers.
Cons- Does not publish interest rates online.
- No mortgage mobile app.
- Loans are not available in every state.
- About this lenderPros
- Borrowers can apply, lock in a rate and receive a commitment letter within one day.
- Offers both HELOCs and home equity loans with a high borrowing limit of 90% CLTV.
- Offers mortgages for manufactured homes, as well as financing for self-employed borrowers.
Cons- No mobile app; customer service is by email or phone only.
- Borrower must provide contact information to see customized rates.
- Does not offer renovation or construction loans.
- About this lenderPros
- Over 40% of all loans last year were FHA, VA or USDA loans.
- Average mortgage rates are on the lower side, according to the latest federal data.
- Offers 15-, 20-, 25-, and 30-year repayment terms, which is unusually flexible.
Cons- No dedicated mobile app for mortgage borrowers.
- Some loans (including home equity products) are geographically limited.
- About this lenderPros
- Displays customized rates, with fee estimates, without requiring contact information.
- Offers home equity loans and lines of credit.
- Mortgage origination fees are on the low side compared to other lenders, according to the latest federal data.
Cons- Doesn’t offer government-backed FHA or USDA loans, or adjustable-rate mortgages.
- Home renovation loans are not available.
- Mortgage rates are on the high side compared to other lenders, according to the latest federal data.
- About this lenderPros
- Among the best when it comes to online convenience.
- Offers a full selection of mortgage types and products, including jumbo, home equity, and government loans.
- Claims to offer preapproval within 24 hours of loan application.
Cons- You'll have to complete a loan application to see mortgage interest rates.
- Bank branch locations limited to the Midwest.
- Does not offer home equity lines of credit.
- About this lenderPros
- Mortgage rates are on the low side compared to other lenders, according to the latest federal data.
- VA loans represent more than a quarter of purchase volume, a larger share than many lenders NerdWallet reviews.
- Offers a variety of loan types for purchase and refinance, including fixed- and adjustable-rate loans and government options
Cons- HELOCs and no-down-payment loans are available only in the Kansas City metro area.
- Mobile app focuses on online banking, not mortgages.
- You’ll need to share contact information to see customized mortgage rates.
- About this lenderPros
- Offers a variety of mortgage options, including jumbo loans, and FHA and VA loans.
- Offers home equity loans and lines of credit.
- Displays customized rates, with fee estimates, without requiring contact information.
Cons- Doesn’t offer mortgages in all 50 states.
- Home renovation loans are not available.
- About this lenderPros
- Offers a wide variety of purchase and refinance mortgages, as well as unique buyer assistance programs.
- Its home equity line of credit can be used for a primary residence or second home.
Cons- Average origination fees are on the high side, according to the latest federal data.
- Personalized mortgage rates are not available on the website without providing contact information.
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Tuscaloosa, AL mortgage and refinance rates today (APR)
| Product | Interest Rate | APR |
|---|---|---|
| 30-year fixed-rate | 6.881% | 6.887% |
| 20-year fixed-rate | 6.605% | 6.611% |
| 15-year fixed-rate | 5.846% | 5.854% |
| 10-year fixed-rate | 5.608% | 5.620% |
| 7-year ARM | 7.627% | 7.438% |
| 5-year ARM | 7.655% | 7.500% |
| 30-year fixed-rate FHA | 6.225% | 6.961% |
| 30-year fixed-rate VA | 6.186% | 6.526% |
Data source: ©Zillow, Inc. 2006 - 2021. Use is subject to the Terms of Use
Today's rate
6.887%
30-year fixed-rate“
Today’s mortgage rates in Tuscaloosa, AL are 6.887% for a 30-year fixed, 5.854% for a 15-year fixed, and 7.500% for a 5-year adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM).