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Down Payment on a $350,000 House

See exactly how much cash you need upfront at common down payment percentages — then adjust the numbers below to match your own loan.

Quick Answer

A 20% down payment on a $350,000 house is $70,000 — the standard amount to avoid PMI. Lower down payments (3%–10%) are possible with the right loan program.

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Down Payment Needed

$70,000

20% of $350,000

Home Price$350,000
Loan Amount$280,000
Est. Monthly Payment$1,769.79
PMI RequiredNo

PMI typically applies below 20% down on conventional loans. Monthly payment estimate covers principal and interest only.

$350,000 House: Down Payment by Percentage

Estimated loan amount and monthly payment (principal & interest, 6.5% APR, 30-year term) at each common down payment level.

Down PaymentCash NeededLoan AmountMonthly Payment
3%$10,500$339,500$2,145.87
3.5%$12,250$337,750$2,134.81
5%$17,500$332,500$2,101.63
10%$35,000$315,000$1,991.01
15%$52,500$297,500$1,880.40
20%$70,000$280,000$1,769.79
25%$87,500$262,500$1,659.18

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do I need for a down payment on a $350,000 house?
At the common 20% benchmark, a down payment on a $350,000 house is $70,000. You can put down less — 3.5% (FHA) is $12,250, and 3% (some conventional programs) is $10,500 — but anything below 20% on a conventional loan typically requires PMI.
What's the minimum down payment on a $350,000 house?
The minimum is usually 3%–3.5% depending on the loan program — $10,500 to $12,250 on a $350,000 house. VA and USDA loans can require $0 down for eligible borrowers.
How much down payment avoids PMI on a $350,000 house?
Putting down 20% — $70,000 — eliminates Private Mortgage Insurance on a conventional loan for a $350,000 house. Below that, expect to pay PMI until you reach 20% equity.
How does my down payment affect the monthly payment on a $350,000 house?
A bigger down payment shrinks your loan amount dollar-for-dollar, which lowers your monthly principal and interest payment. See the table below for exactly how much each down payment level changes the monthly cost on a $350,000 house.

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