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Best 3/1 ARM Mortgage Rates June 2026 | As Low As 4.25%

Today's 3/1 ARM mortgage market includes offers such as Actors Federal Credit UnionActors Federal Credit Union165 W 46th St, Chicago, CA 10036 1308B+4.8 ★Texas Ratio: 16.47% offering 3/1 ARM at 4.25%, and 802 Credit Union802 Credit Union105 Westminster St, Barre, VT 05001 4720A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.65% offering 3/1 ARM at 4.50%, and FreeStar Financial Credit UnionFreeStar Financial Credit Union10636 Gratiot Ave, Casco, MI 48021 2312A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.12% offering 3 Year ARM at 0.00%, and Evergreen Credit UnionEvergreen Credit Union133 N Richmond St, Appleton, WI 54911 4635A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.34% offering 3 Year ARM at 4.99%, and Alabama Credit UnionAlabama Credit Union1 Mercedes Dr, Birmingham, AL 32507 8703A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.87% offering 3/1 ARM, First Mortgage at 5.00%.

A 3/1 ARM offers a fixed interest rate for the first 3 years, then adjusts annually based on a market index. It typically carries a lower initial rate than 30-year fixed mortgages, making it well suited for borrowers who plan to sell or refinance before the adjustment period begins.

3/1 ARM rates reflect the initial fixed-rate period. Your rate will adjust after 3 years based on market conditions. Last Updated and Verified: June 21, 2026

Compare 3/1 ARM Mortgage Rates Today

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Today's 3/1 ARM Rate Context: The average 3/1 arm mortgage rate is 6.203%, down 0.116% from last week. The table below shows verified 3/1 arm rate offers from banks and credit unions. Rates have dipped this week — a good time to compare and lock. Source: Verified Mortgage Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates.com.
Source: Verified Mortgage Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates.com
Lender
Product
Term
Rate
APR
Profile
Actors Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
B+4.8 ★Texas Ratio: 16.47%
Chicago, CA
3/1 ARM
4.25%
4.36%
Rate4.25%
APR4.36%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

802 Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.65%
Barre, VT
3/1 ARM
4.50%
4.65%
Rate4.50%
APR4.65%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

FreeStar Financial Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.12%
Casco, MI
3 Year ARM
3 Year
4.75%
Rate
APR4.75%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

As Low As; A 3-year ARM with an APR (annual percentage rate) as low as 5.250% for $100,000.00 (20% down/80% LTV) would have a monthly payment of $552.20.

Evergreen Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.34%
Appleton, WI
3 Year ARM
4.99%
5.03%
Rate4.99%
APR5.03%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Annual Percentage Rate. APR includes $399 in origination costs. Estimated closing costs of $800 and may be financed. Proof of property insurance is required prior to closing. Rates effective 05/29/2026. APR is based on <= 80% loan to value. Terms up to 30 years. First mortgage rates available for 80.01 - 90% loan to value.

802 Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.65%
Barre, VT
3/1 ARM
4.88%
5.06%
Rate4.88%
APR5.06%
Points0.375
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Alabama Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.87%
Birmingham, AL
3/1 ARM, First Mortgage
3/1 ARM
5.00%
5.06%
Rate5.00%
APR5.06%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

80% Loan to Value

Ukrainian National Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 10.61%
Brooklyn, NJ
3/1 year ARM (30 year payout)
5.12%
Rate
APR5.12%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Up to 1.0 points**

Los Angeles Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.58%
Cerritos, CA
3/1 ARM
5.25%
Rate
APR5.25%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Notre Dame Community Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.51%
Fall River, MA
3 Year ARM
3 Year
5.25%
Rate
APR5.25%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Fox Valley Savings Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.02%
Fond Du Lac, WI
3/1 Adjustable-Rate Mortgage
3/1 ARM
5.25%
5.25%
Rate5.25%
APR5.25%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

As Low As

Aim Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.19%
Burlington, IA
3/1 Year ARM
5.25%
5.34%
Rate5.25%
APR5.34%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Los Angeles Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.58%
Cerritos, CA
3/1 ARM
5.38%
Rate
APR5.38%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Nymeo Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 9.86%
FREDERICK, MD
3/1 ARM (Conforming)
5.38%
Rate
APR5.38%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

As low as

SPECTRA
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.72%
Alexandria, DC
3/1 ARM
30
5.38%
5.42%
Rate5.38%
APR5.42%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 11, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Evergreen Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.34%
Appleton, WI
3 Year ARM
3 Year
5.49%
Rate
APR5.49%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

APR is based on a loan to value less than 80%. Terms up to 30 years on loans greater than $50,000. Other affordable terms apply. For lowest rates, checking with direct deposit and automatic payments required at Evergreen Credit Union. Contact a loan officer for details. Rates effective 05/29/2026.

Investment Savings Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Altoona, PA
3/1 ARM
5.00%
5.51%
Rate5.00%
APR5.51%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

(1)

First FSB of Angola
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.53%
Angola, IN
3/3 Year ARM
30 years
5.55%
Rate
APR5.55%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

±3% Tri-Annual Cap, ±5% Lifetime Cap

Homebase Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.95%
Chester, VA
3/1 ARM
4.75%
5.71%
Rate4.75%
APR5.71%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Rates effective as of 6/15/2026, 10:56:34 AM (ET). Rates are subject to change without notice based on market changes. Rates are based on a 45 day lock.

802 Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.65%
Barre, VT
3/1 ARM
5.50%
5.75%
Rate5.50%
APR5.75%
Points1.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Sun Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.76%
Maumee, OH
3/1 ARM (30-year term)
5.75%
Rate
APR5.75%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

As Low As

Sun Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.76%
Maumee, OH
Adjustable-Rate Mortgages (ARMs) 3/1
30-year term
5.75%
Rate
APR5.75%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

As Low As; 3/1

Mission Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.83%
Carlsbad, CA
3/1 ARM
3/1 ARM
5.50%
5.77%
Rate5.50%
APR5.77%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Northwestern Mutual Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.06%
Franklin, WI
3/1 Adjustable-Rate Mortgage
5.45%
5.87%
Rate5.45%
APR5.87%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

As Low As

Members First Credit Union of NH
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.00%
Bedford, NH
3/1 Year ARM
360 months
5.75%
5.88%
Rate5.75%
APR5.88%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

For # of months: 36

UMassFive College Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.81%
Amherst, MA
3/1 ARM
3/1 ARM
5.88%
5.97%
Rate5.88%
APR5.97%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Lighthouse Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.59%
Berlin, ME
HLPR 3/1 ARM***
4.75%
6.06%
Rate4.75%
APR6.06%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 11, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Proponent Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.59%
Burlington, NC
3/1 Loan
30-Year Term
4.88%
6.08%
Rate4.88%
APR6.08%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Fixed for 3 years and then adjusts yearly.

Members Plus Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.36%
Dorchester, MA
3/1 Year Adjustable Loan
3/1 Year
5.25%
6.16%
Rate5.25%
APR6.16%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Rates and APRs effective October 3, 2025 and are subject to change without notice. Rates, APR, payments, and fees are based on 25% down payment and excellent credit history. Your actual interest rate, APR, payment, and fees may be different than what is displayed here and will be based on several factors, including but not limited to: your credit history, property type, and transaction type. All mortgages and home equity loans require property insurance. Adjustable Rate Mortgages (ARM): rates may be subject to increase after consummation. ARM terms available. Your interest rate cannot increase or decrease more than 2 percentage points at first adjustment and 2 percentage points per subsequent adjustment from the initial interest rate excluding any buydown. Your interest rate will never be greater than 5 percentage points above the initial interest rate or lower than 2.75%.

Picatinny Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.60%
Denville, NJ
3/1 Year ARM
30 years
5.62%
6.18%
Rate5.62%
APR6.18%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

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Tower Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.30%
Annapolis, MD
3 Year ARM
5.25%
6.20%
Rate5.25%
APR6.20%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Langley Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 9.72%
Carrollton, NC
3/1 Adjustable Rate Mortgage
5.62%
6.20%
Rate5.62%
APR6.20%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Saco & Biddeford Savings
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.27%
Biddeford, ME
3/1 Year ARM
15 years or less
5.88%
6.22%
Rate5.88%
APR6.22%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Example Payment: 180 monthly payments @ $8.37 per $1,000 borrowed

Tower Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.30%
Annapolis, MD
3 Year ARM
5.00%
6.23%
Rate5.00%
APR6.23%
Points1.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Eagle Bank Everett, MA
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.51%
Boston, MA
3/1 Adjustable Mortgage Loan
5.62%
6.23%
Rate5.62%
APR6.23%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

36 monthly payments of $5.76, 324 monthly payments of $7.08

Silverado Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.68%
Angwin, CA
2nd Deed 3/1/30 Year - 1Yr. TCM Loan
360
6.25%
Rate
APR6.25%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 11, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Union County Savings Bank Elizabeth, NJ
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★
Cranford, NJ
3/1/30 ARM
30
6.12%
6.25%
Rate6.12%
APR6.25%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Charter Oak Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.08%
Dayville, CT
Adjustable Rate Mortgages 3/1 ARM
3/1 ARM
5.38%
6.29%
Rate5.38%
APR6.29%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Heritage Community Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.79%
Fair Oaks, CA
3/1 ARM
5.38%
6.31%
Rate5.38%
APR6.31%
Points1.000
UpdatedJun 11, 2026
Details

Origination Fee: $4,425

Align Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 10.60%
Amesbury, MA
3/1 Adjustable Rate Mortgage
360
5.25%
6.32%
Rate5.25%
APR6.32%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Rate Caps: 2%/2%/5%; Fully Indexed Rate: 6.340%

Landmark Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.79%
Beaver Dam, WI
3 Year ARM
5.50%
6.42%
Rate5.50%
APR6.42%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

GARDEN SAVINGS
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.45%
Brick, NJ
3/3 Year ARM
30 Years
5.75%
6.42%
Rate5.75%
APR6.42%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 21, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

IDB Global Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.98%
Washington, DC
3/1 ARM
Initial Fixed Period (First 3 Years)
5.38%
6.44%
Rate5.38%
APR6.44%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Landmark Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.79%
Beaver Dam, WI
3 Year ARM
5.50%
6.46%
Rate5.50%
APR6.46%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Ardent Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.36%
Blue Bell, PA
3/1 ARM
6.00%
6.48%
Rate6.00%
APR6.48%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

As Low As

Saco & Biddeford Savings
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.27%
Biddeford, ME
3/1 Year ARM
16 to 30 years
5.99%
6.54%
Rate5.99%
APR6.54%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Example Payment: 360 monthly payments @ $5.99 per $1,000 borrowed

BMI Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.32%
Columbus, OH
3/1 ARM
360 mos.
5.25%
6.54%
Rate5.25%
APR6.54%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Third Federal Savings and Loan
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.96%
Avon, FL
3/1 ARM (30 year)
5.99%
6.56%
Rate5.99%
APR6.56%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Third Federal Savings and Loan
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.96%
Avon, FL
3/1 ARM (30 year)
5.99%
6.58%
Rate5.99%
APR6.58%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Firefighters First Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.51%
Bakersfield, AZ
3/1 ARM
30 years
6.12%
6.59%
Rate6.12%
APR6.59%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Fixed for 3 years, variable for the next 27 years (adjusts annually). Loan Amounts: Up to $2,000,000. Rate Caps: Max 2% change after the initial fixed period. Max 2% change per year after each subsequent adjustment. Max interest rate: Initial Rate + 6%. Payment example for a $400,000 loan: initial fixed payment $2,430.44 for 36 months, first adjustment at 36th month, rate no more than 8.125% with estimated fixed payment $2,934.18 for 12 months, second adjustment at 48th month, rate no more than 10.125% with estimated fixed payment $3,462.82. Rates increase no more than 6% above the initial start rate over the life of the loan and a maximum rate of 12.125%, with an estimated maximum payment of $4,009.85. Index rate for the One-Year Treasury Constant Maturity is 4.65%.

NCB North Cambridge Coopertive Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Cambridge, MA
3/1 Year Adjustable Loan
36
5.75%
6.60%
Rate5.75%
APR6.60%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Fully Indexed Rate %: 6.875%

Forte Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.80%
Hartford, WI
3/1 ARM
3 Years
6.50%
6.61%
Rate6.50%
APR6.61%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Initial Rate: 6.500%

American Broadcast Employees Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.88%
Bristol, CA
3/1 Yr ARM
15 or 30 Years
5.75%
6.62%
Rate5.75%
APR6.62%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Conform / Jumbo: Up to $806,500

EastRise Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.41%
Bennington, MI
Adjustable-Rate Land Loan (3/1 ARM)
10 Years, 20-Year Amortization
5.75%
6.62%
Rate5.75%
APR6.62%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Third Federal Savings and Loan
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.96%
Avon, FL
3/1 ARM (30 year) Low Cost
6.29%
6.63%
Rate6.29%
APR6.63%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Third Federal Savings and Loan
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.96%
Avon, FL
3/1 ARM (30 year) Low Cost
6.29%
6.64%
Rate6.29%
APR6.64%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Third Federal Savings and Loan
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.96%
Avon, FL
3/1 ARM (30 year) Low Cost
6.34%
6.66%
Rate6.34%
APR6.66%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Lighthouse Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.59%
Berlin, ME
3/1 ARM (Conforming)
5.50%
6.68%
Rate5.50%
APR6.68%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 11, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Landmark Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.79%
Beaver Dam, WI
3 Year ARM
6.62%
6.71%
Rate6.62%
APR6.71%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

American Broadcast Employees Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.88%
Bristol, CA
3/1 Yr ARM
15 or 30 Years
6.25%
6.73%
Rate6.25%
APR6.73%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Conform / Jumbo: Over $806,500

Massena Savings and Loan
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 10.52%
Massena, NY
3 Year ARM
25 yrs
6.75%
Rate
APR6.75%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

Index: MIRS Transition Index; Caps: Life: Max+6%, Min3.0%

Third Federal Savings and Loan
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.96%
Avon, FL
3/1 ARM (30 year) Low Cost
6.79%
6.79%
Rate6.79%
APR6.79%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

FNB of Waterloo
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.35%
Collinsville, IL
3 Year ARM
6.00%
6.89%
Rate6.00%
APR6.89%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Members First Credit Union of NH
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.00%
Bedford, NH
Seasonal Property 3/1 ARM
360 months
7.00%
7.34%
Rate7.00%
APR7.34%
Points2.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

For # of months: 36

State Bank of Chilton
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.77%
Brillion, WI
3/1 Adjustable-Rate Mortgage
5.75%
7.42%
Rate5.75%
APR7.42%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

Argentine Federal Savings
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 10.78%
Kansas City, KS
3/1 Arm
7.35%
7.57%
Rate7.35%
APR7.57%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

802 Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.65%
Barre, VT
3/1 ARM
7.50%
7.72%
Rate7.50%
APR7.72%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

First FSB of Angola
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.53%
Angola, IN
3/3 Year ARM
20 years
7.75%
Rate
APR7.75%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

±3% Tri-Annual Cap, ±5% Lifetime Cap

802 Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.65%
Barre, VT
3/1 ARM
3/1 ARM
8.50%
8.79%
Rate8.50%
APR8.79%
Points0.000
UpdatedJun 16, 2026
Details

No additional details available.

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3/1 ARM — Avg
6.203%
▼ 0.116% from last week

The 3/1 ARM rate fell 0.116 points over the past 7 days to 6.203%, down from 6.320% last week.

Quick Reference — June 2026
Est. payment ($400k loan): $2,451/mo
Loan type: 3/1 ARM (adjustable after 3 years)
Best for: Lower initial rate, short-term homeowners
Data source: 8,500+ lenders verified daily
As of Jun 22, 2026 • Daily averages from our database of 8,500+ U.S. banks & credit unions — updated daily Powered by MonitorBankRates

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Frequently Asked Questions About 3/1 ARM Rates

What is a 3/1 ARM?

A 3/1 ARM (Adjustable-Rate Mortgage) has a three-year initial fixed-rate period, after which the interest rate adjusts once per year for the remaining loan term. The "3" refers to the number of years the rate is fixed; the "1" means the rate can change every year after that. During the fixed period, your principal and interest payment stays the same. After year three, it adjusts annually based on a financial index — typically SOFR — plus a lender margin. The 3/1 ARM offers the lowest initial rate of the standard conforming ARM options.

How does the rate adjustment work after the 3-year fixed period?

After the initial fixed period, the rate resets annually. The new rate equals the current value of a benchmark index — most commonly the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) — plus a fixed margin set by the lender at origination (typically 2.5%–3.0%). For example, if SOFR is 4.50% and the margin is 2.75%, your adjusted rate would be 7.25%, subject to any applicable rate caps. The margin never changes; only the index value fluctuates.

What are rate caps on a 3/1 ARM?

Rate caps limit how much your interest rate can change at each adjustment and over the life of the loan. Most conforming 3/1 ARMs use a 2/2/5 cap structure: the first adjustment after the fixed period is capped at 2% above the initial rate, each subsequent annual adjustment is also capped at 2%, and the lifetime cap is 5% above the start rate. So if your initial rate is 6.00%, your rate can never exceed 11.00%. Always confirm the specific cap structure in your Loan Estimate before closing.

Who is a 3/1 ARM best suited for?

The 3/1 ARM is best for borrowers who are highly confident they will sell, refinance, or pay off the loan within three years. Common scenarios include buyers purchasing a starter home with a clear upgrade plan, professionals on short-term assignments or relocation packages, and investors with a defined short hold period. Because rate adjustments begin after just 36 months, the 3/1 carries real rate risk for anyone who stays beyond the fixed period — it is not suitable for borrowers without a solid short-term exit plan.

How does a 3/1 ARM compare to a 5/1 or 7/1 ARM?

The core trade-off across ARM terms is initial rate versus rate certainty. The 3/1 ARM offers the lowest starting rate but adjustments begin soonest. The 5/1 ARM provides two additional years of stability for a marginally higher rate, while the 7/1 ARM locks in the rate for seven years at the highest initial rate of the three options. If you are certain you will exit within three years, the 3/1 maximizes savings. If your timeline is uncertain, the extra certainty of a 5/1 or 7/1 is typically worth the small rate premium.

How does a 3/1 ARM compare to a 30-year fixed mortgage?

A 3/1 ARM typically starts 0.50%–1.50% below a comparable 30-year fixed mortgage, which on a $400,000 loan translates to roughly $130–$390 in monthly savings during the fixed period. If you sell or refinance before year three, you capture those savings with no rate risk. If you stay longer and rates have risen, your payment increases. The decision depends entirely on how long you plan to keep the loan: for stays under three years, the 3/1 ARM often wins on cost; beyond that, the fixed rate provides valuable insurance against rising rates.

What happens if I stay in the loan past the 3-year fixed period?

If you remain in the loan past year three, the rate adjusts annually based on the then-current SOFR index plus your margin. Depending on where rates are at that time, your payment could rise, stay flat, or even decrease. The rate caps limit the maximum increase at each adjustment and over the life of the loan, but payment changes can still be meaningful on a large balance. Most borrowers in this situation refinance into a new fixed-rate or ARM product to regain predictability.

What is the difference between interest rate and APR on a 3/1 ARM?

The interest rate is your fixed borrowing cost for the first three years. The APR on an ARM is calculated using the initial rate, projected future adjustments (based on current index levels at origination), and all applicable fees — annualized across the full loan term. Because it must project adjustments that have not yet occurred, the ARM APR is less certain than a fixed-loan APR. It is still useful for comparing all-in costs across lenders, but evaluate it alongside the initial rate, margin, and cap structure.

How are 3/1 ARM rates determined?

Lenders price 3/1 ARM rates primarily based on the 3-year U.S. Treasury yield and current SOFR levels, adding a spread for credit risk, servicing costs, and profit margin. Because the 3/1 ARM is a conforming loan eligible for sale to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, its pricing is heavily influenced by secondary market demand for adjustable-rate mortgage-backed securities. Your individual rate also reflects credit score, down payment, loan-to-value ratio, property type, and market conditions at the time of rate lock.

What are today's best 3/1 ARM rates?

  • Actors Federal Credit Union: 4.25% (3/1 ARM)
  • 802 Credit Union: 4.50% (3/1 ARM)
  • FreeStar Financial Credit Union: 0.00% (3 Year ARM)
  • Evergreen Credit Union: 4.99% (3 Year ARM)
  • Alabama Credit Union: 5.00% (3/1 ARM, First Mortgage)
30-Year Fixed rates reflect actual verified offers from lenders actively lending to borrowers across the country. Your final approved rate will depend on your credit profile, loan-to-value ratio, and daily market movements. Last Updated: June 21, 2026