St. Louis Mortgage Rates Drop to 6.44% in May 2026 – 7/6 SOFR ARM Sees Significant Decline

Mortgage Interest Rates - St Louis
St. Louis homebuyers are witnessing a favorable shift as mortgage rates trend downward this May 2026. The 30-year fixed rate mortgage has decreased by 0.10%, settling at 6.44%, which remains moderately above the 6% threshold. Meanwhile, the 15-year fixed rate has seen a slight decrease to 6.00%, down by 0.04%. The most notable change is observed in the 7/6 SOFR Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM), which experienced a significant drop, now standing at 6.11%.

For buyers in the St. Louis area, these falling rates translate into potentially lower monthly payments and increased purchasing power. Sellers might see an uptick in interest from buyers who are eager to lock in these lower rates before any potential future increases. As market dynamics shift, both buyers and sellers should stay informed with the latest rate trends, accessible via the chart button below. This data is provided by MORE, REALTORS®, ensuring you have the most accurate and up-to-date information for your real estate decisions.

Overall, the current market environment presents a unique opportunity for those looking to enter or move within the St. Louis housing market. With rates on the decline, it’s an opportune moment to explore mortgage options that align with financial goals, especially for adjustable-rate products which have seen significant movement.

Current Mortgage Rates*

Loan Type Current Rate Change From Prior Day
30 Yr. Fixed 6.44% -0.10%
15 Yr. Fixed 6.00% -0.04%
30 Yr. FHA 5.92% -0.10%
30 Yr. Jumbo 6.60% -0.03%
7/6 SOFR ARM 6.11% -0.14%
30 Yr. VA 5.93% -0.11%

*Rates shown are national averages from Mortgage News Daily’s Rate Index and are updated as of May 7, 2026. Individual rates may vary based on factors including loan amount, down payment, credit score, property type, occupancy status, and market conditions. Contact a licensed mortgage professional for personalized rate quotes.

📬 Stay Ahead of the St Louis Market

Get local real estate updates, trends & insights — as soon as they publish.

Homeowners, buyers, investors & agents rely on us for what really matters in STL real estate.

We don’t spam! Read our privacy policy for more info.

📬 Want St Louis real estate updates as they drop?

Comments are closed.

St Louis Real Estate Search®         St Louis Home Values

St. Louis Real Estate News        Contact Us

Copyright © 2026 Missouri Online Real Estate, Inc. - All Rights Reserved
St Louis Real Estate News is a Trademark of Missouri Online Real Estate, Inc.

Missouri Online Real Estate, Inc. 3636 South Geyer Road - Suite 100, St Louis, MO 63127 314-414-6000 - Licensed Real Estate Broker in Missouri

The owner and authors this site are providing the information on this web site for general informational purposes only and make no representations, warranties (expressed or implied) or guarantees of any kind whatsoever, as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site or of any information found by following any link on this site. Furthermore, the owner and authors of this site will not be liable in any manner whatsoever for any errors or omissions in information on this site, nor for the availability of this information. Additionally the owner and authors of this site will not be liable for for any losses, injuries or damages in any way from the display or use of this information or as the result of following external links displayed on this site, or by responding to advertisements displayed, or contained, on this site In using this site, users acknowledge and agree that the information on this site does not constitute the provision of legal advice, tax advice, accounting services, investment advice, or professional consulting of any kind nor should it be construed as such. The information provided herein should not be used as a substitute for consultation with professional tax, accounting, legal, or other competent advisers. Before making any decision or taking any action on this information, you should consult a qualified professional adviser to whom you have provided all of the facts applicable to your particular situation or question. None of the tax information on this web site is intended to be used nor can it be used by any taxpayer, for the purpose of avoiding penalties that may be imposed on the taxpayer.
All of the information on this site is provided as is, with no assurance or guarantee of completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of the information, and without warranty of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of performance, merchantability, and fitness for a particular purpose.
This site contains external links to other sites not owned or controlled by the owner of this site, therefore the owner of this site does not control or guarantee in any manner the accuracy or relevancy of any information obtained through following such links. Links contained on this site are for users convenience and users should exercise extreme caution when following links. Including a link on this site does not constitute an endorsement of the site linked to or any views or opinions expressed on the site, products or services offered on outside sites or the companies or organizations that own and operate outside sites.
This site may accept payment for advertising, for displaying advertisements, through affiliate relationships with companies or may receive referral fees or commissions from companies as a result of recommending or referring people to a website. This site may also accept free product samples, free services, gift cards or cash to review a product or service. All paid and sponsored content may not always be identified as such. Any product claim, quote or other representation about a product or service should be verified with the manufacturer or provider.