Windsor Mortgage Rates
Windsor is Ontario's most affordable major market, with direct access to Detroit's economic engine. Significant investment in EV manufacturing is driving a new wave of employment and housing demand.
Windsor's price point means most buyers can access CMHC insurance with just 5% down. It's one of the few Ontario markets where a $500K+ home is still common under the stress test threshold.
The Windsor Mortgage Market
Windsor is Ontario's most affordable major market, with direct access to Detroit's economic engine. Significant investment in EV manufacturing is driving a new wave of employment and housing demand. With an average home price of $490,000, Windsor buyers across Southwestern Ontario benefit from comparing offers from multiple lenders rather than accepting a single posted rate — the gap between the best and the average rate on the same mortgage often adds up to thousands of dollars over a term. Windsor's price point means most buyers can access CMHC insurance with just 5% down. It's one of the few Ontario markets where a $500K+ home is still common under the stress test threshold.
What a Typical Windsor Mortgage Looks Like
At Windsor's average home price of $490,000, the minimum down payment is $24,500 (5.0%). Because that is less than 20% down, the mortgage is insured and a CMHC premium of about $18,620 is added, bringing the mortgage to roughly $484,120. At a representative 4.89% 5-year fixed rate amortized over 25 years, that works out to about $2,785 per month.
Figures are illustrative. Actual rates, premiums, and payments depend on your specific financial profile and current lender pricing.
Windsor Land Transfer Tax
A $490,000 home in Windsor attracts Ontario land transfer tax of about $6,275. Windsor charges no municipal land transfer tax. First-time buyers can claim a provincial rebate of up to $4,000.
First-Time Buyers in Windsor
First-time buyers in Windsor can combine several programs to reach the $24,500 minimum down payment faster: the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) shelters up to $8,000/year ($40,000 lifetime) in tax-deductible savings, the RRSP Home Buyers' Plan allows a $60,000 withdrawal ($120,000 per couple), and the Ontario land transfer tax rebate returns up to $4,000. A licensed mortgage agent can help you stack these against a $490,000 budget.
Today's Best Windsor Mortgage Rates
Live rates from our lender network. Your rate depends on down payment, income, and credit profile.
| Term | Rate | |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Years Fixed RatePopular | 4.04% | Get this rate → |
| 3 Years Fixed Rate | 3.89% | Get this rate → |
| 5 Years Variable Rate | 3.45% | Get this rate → |
Updated daily. Compare all Ontario rates. OAC — rates are not guaranteed until a formal commitment is issued.
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