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Greeley offers what Front Range buyers increasingly can't find: a market where FHA down payment is under $13,000, USDA financing is available in surrounding Weld communities, and UNC + Banner Health + Weld energy anchor stable employment.
Market Snapshot 2026
Greeley median SFR: ~$365,000 · Evans/Garden City: $300K–$380K · Windsor/Severance: $435K–$570K · DOM: 30–55 days · Months of supply: 3–4 (balanced) · Weld County conforming limit: $832,750.
Loan Programs
FHA: Weld limit $832,750. 3.5% down at $365K = $12,775 — one of the lowest entry thresholds for any Colorado urban market. USDA Rural Development: Greeley's most compelling first-time advantage — Eaton, Ault, Pierce, Kersey, Nunn, Platteville qualify. 0% down, below-market rate. See USDA Colorado. VA: 0% down, no PMI. Conventional: 720+ credit beats FHA on monthly cost; HomeReady/HomePossible at 3% down for ≤80% AMI. CHFA: Weld County limits accommodate most local buyers.
Neighborhood Guide
West Greeley: University District, $330K–$450K. Southwest Greeley: $360K–$490K. Evans: $300K–$380K. Windsor/Severance: Weld RE-4 schools, $440K–$570K. Eaton/Ault: $280K–$380K with strong USDA eligibility.
The Greeley Tradeoff
Greeley offers genuine affordability but with proximity to Colorado's most active oil & gas county, agricultural seasonality, and limited walkability outside downtown. For financial accessibility over lifestyle premium, Greeley makes excellent sense. For walkable urbanism, Fort Collins is worth the premium.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the FHA loan limit in Greeley (Weld County)?
$832,750 for 2026. Greeley's $365K median is well below this limit.
Does Greeley qualify for USDA loans?
Parts of Weld County outside Greeley city limits — Eaton, Ault, Pierce, Kersey, Nunn, Platteville — qualify. We verify by specific address.
Is Greeley more affordable than Fort Collins?
Yes — Greeley's median is roughly $190,000 below Fort Collins. The tradeoff is less downtown vibrancy and walkability.
How long is the commute from Greeley to Fort Collins?
Approximately 30–40 minutes via US-85 or US-34/WCR-17.
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