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Compare Kentucky’s Mortgage Rates | Saturday, May 23, 2026

Rates are current as of May 23, 2026 11:20 PM EDT

Kentucky average mortgage rates:
30-Year Fixed

APR 6.54%

0.13% 1w
15-Year Fixed

APR 6.01%

0.06% 1w
5-Year ARM

APR 6.66%

0.13% 1w
8 ResultsShowing rates for: Purchase, Good (720-739), $500,000, 30-year fixed, Single-family, Primary residence
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8 Results for: Purchase, Good (720-739), $500,000, 30-year fixed, Single-family, Primary residence.
Simplist

NMLS#1764611

APR

6.31%

APR

6.31%

Interest rate

6.25%

Est. mo. payment

$2,463/mo

Total fees

$2,688

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Simplist is an online marketplace of mortgage lenders; human guidance is optional. You’ll make payments to a loan servicer, not to Simplist. Loans are not available in every state.

Home loans overall

NerdWallet rating

4.5

What we like
  • Loan origination process can be completed online.
  • Offers government-backed FHA and VA loans.
  • Offers module that compares mortgage rates among other lenders.
What we don't like
  • Offers loans in many states and Washington, D.C., but not nationwide.
  • Does not offer home equity loans or lines of credit.
Tomo

NMLS#2059741

APR

6.40%

APR

6.40%

Interest rate

6.25%

Est. mo. payment

$2,463/mo

Total fees

$6,220

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Tomo, established in 2020, is an online-only lender with a focus on digital efficiency and purchase loans. We’re impressed with its customizable mortgage rate tool. However, you won’t find home equity products. Mortgages are available in 41 states and counting.

Home loans overall

NerdWallet rating

4.5

What we like
  • Online rate tool is user-friendly and customizable.
  • Accepts borrowers with credit scores below 600.
What we don't like
  • Mortgages not available in all states.
  • No renovation or home equity loans.
  • No mobile app.
First Federal Bank

NMLS#408902

APR

6.63%

APR

6.63%

Interest rate

6.63%

Est. mo. payment

$2,562/mo

Total fees

$0

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First Federal Bank stands out for its competitive APRs and its emphasis on government loans. Most likely to appeal to borrowers shopping for low rates and fees.

Home loans overall

NerdWallet rating

5.0

What we like
  • Strong experience in FHA and VA lending.
  • APRs tend to be competitive, according to the latest federal data.
  • Minimum credit score requirement of 580 for some loans, which is lower than some competitors.
What we don't like
  • Home equity lending is not a priority.
  • Does not offer renovation loans, but does offer construction loans.
Real Genius

NMLS#2389303

APR

6.63%

APR

6.63%

Interest rate

6.63%

Est. mo. payment

$2,562/mo

Total fees

$235

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Real Genius is a smart pick for a do-it-yourself online quote. We’re impressed with its "no fine print” approach and options to sort and customize APR and fees. However, Real Genius does not have a mobile app and doesn’t currently prioritize home equity lending.

Home loans overall

NerdWallet rating

4.5

What we like
  • Easy and transparent online rate quote tool.
  • May accept borrowers with low credit scores.
  • Closes loans in an average of 30 days (faster than industry average).
What we don't like
  • Federal data isn’t available for us to objectively compare this lender with others.
  • Home equity loans and HELOCs aren’t a priority.
  • Not currently lending in U.S. territories.
Sage Home Loans

NMLS#3304

APR

6.64%

APR

6.64%

Interest rate

6.63%

Est. mo. payment

$2,562/mo

Total fees

$490

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Sage Home Loans stands out for speed and convenience, though it lacks a mobile app and doesn’t serve New York borrowers.

Home loans overall

NerdWallet rating

4.5

What we like
  • Sample rates are easy to browse online.
  • Quick, convenient pre-qualification process.
  • Average time to close is just under 20 days, faster than industry standard.
What we don't like
  • Home loans aren’t available in New York.
  • No mobile app or online chat, despite focus on mortgage tech.
  • Online pre-qualification requires sharing contact info.
Next Door Lending LLC

NMLS#1880338

APR

6.75%

APR

6.75%

Interest rate

6.75%

Est. mo. payment

$2,595/mo

Total fees

$0

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Next Door Lending, a mortgage broker, offers expert assistance shopping for and closing a loan, as well as specialty loans at competitive rates. Mortgages are not available in every state.

What we like
  • 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.
What we don't like
  • Does not publish interest rates online.
  • No mortgage mobile app.
  • Loans are not available in every state.
New American Funding

NMLS#6606

APR

6.78%

APR

6.78%

Interest rate

6.74%

Est. mo. payment

$2,592/mo

Total fees

$1,629

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The Nerdy headline

New American Funding offers a large menu of loan products, as well as programs like first-time home buyer assistance, but personalized mortgage rates aren't available on its website.

Home loans overall

NerdWallet rating

4.0

What we like
  • 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.
What we don't like
  • Average rates and 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.
NBKC

NMLS#409631

APR

6.80%

APR

6.80%

Interest rate

6.75%

Est. mo. payment

$2,602/mo

Total fees

$1,127

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The Nerdy headline

NBKC stands out for its attractive interest rates and fees, and is primarily an online lender — though its app does not have mortgage features.

Home loans overall

NerdWallet rating

4.5

What we like
  • Competitive interest rates and fees.
  • Offers most common loan types, as well as a handful of specialty loans.
  • Payouts are available to borrowers whose loans don’t close on time.
What we don't like
  • Customer service is only accessible over the phone for many mortgage customers.
  • Does not offer renovation loans.
  • Home equity products are not currently a lending priority.

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Today's mortgage rates in Kentucky | Saturday, May 23, 2026

Last updated 11:20 PM EDT
On Saturday evening, May 23, 2026, the average interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell 17 basis points to 6.54% APR, compared to yesterday.
The average rate on a 15-year fixed-rate mortgage rose three basis points to 6.01% APR. The average rate on a 5-year adjustable-rate mortgage fell 27 basis points to 6.66% APR.
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rate is 13 basis points higher than one week ago and 43 basis points lower than one year ago.
A basis point is one hundredth of a percent, or 0.01%. We describe mortgage rates’ ups and downs in basis points because they simplify comparisons.
NerdWallet’s rates are expressed as an annual percentage rate, or APR, and our mortgage rates data comes from Zillow.

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