Mortgage broker Footscray

Looking for a mortgage broker Footscray Melbourne? XLOANS is a local Melbourne mortgage broker helping Footscray buyers, refinancers and investors compare 40+ lenders — and we do the legwork for free.

Why choose a mortgage broker Footscray Melbourne

As a mortgage broker Footscray Melbourne, XLOANS compares the whole market in one go instead of you ringing banks one by one. We weigh the headline rate against fees, offset features and cashback to find the true best deal.

Whether you're a first home buyer, refinancing or investing in Footscray, we match you to the lender most likely to approve your loan at a sharp rate.

What we help with

  • First home buyer loans, grants and the 5% deposit scheme.
  • Refinancing to a lower rate or to access equity.
  • Investment and SMSF property finance.
  • Self-employed, low-doc and specialist lending.

How much can you borrow in Footscray?

Your borrowing power depends on income, expenses, debts and dependants — and every lender assesses it differently. We work it out accurately across multiple lenders so you know your real budget for Footscray.

Our borrowing power calculator gives you a quick estimate before we refine it together.

Free, local and lender-paid

Our service is free to you — we're paid by the lender and we disclose it. You get local Footscray lending knowledge at no cost and no obligation.

One point of contact manages your application, valuation and settlement end to end.

The Footscray property market

Footscray is one of Melbourne's fastest-changing inner-west suburbs, offering relative value with period homes, townhouses and a growing apartment market close to the CBD. Popular with first home buyers and investors, it has seen strong renewal — though lenders can be cautious on certain new apartment buildings. As a local broker, we match Footscray buyers to lenders that recognise the area's growth and lend comfortably against it.

Footscray property prices & market data

Indicative median prices, rents and growth for Footscray (3011) over the 12 months to mid-2025. Figures are a guide only and move with the market.

Property typeMedian price12-mth growthMedian rentGross yield
Houses$910,0003%$600/wk3.4%
Units / apartments$430,0002%$440/wk5.3%

Example purchase costs in Footscray

Worked examples for a first home buyer, an upgrader and an investor — based on an indicative 6.00% p.a. variable rate over 30 years, principal & interest. Your real numbers depend on your situation and lender.

First home buyer

$430,000

Unit/apartment in Footscray · 5% deposit

Deposit (5%)
$21,500
Loan amount
$408,500 (95% LVR)
Stamp duty (VIC), after FHB concession
$0
Lenders Mortgage Insurance
$0 (5% scheme)
Cash needed upfront
$24,500
Est. repayment
$2,449/mo

Stamp duty fully waived under the Victorian first home buyer concession.

First home buyer — house

$910,000

House in Footscray · 10% deposit

Deposit (10%)
$91,000
Loan amount
$819,000 (90% LVR)
Stamp duty (VIC), after FHB concession
$49,670
Lenders Mortgage Insurance
$0 (5% scheme)
Cash needed upfront
$143,670
Est. repayment
$4,910/mo

Within the 5% deposit scheme cap; 10% deposit shown to lower LMI.

Investor

$430,000

Unit/apartment in Footscray · 20% deposit

Deposit (20%)
$86,000
Loan amount
$344,000 (80% LVR)
Stamp duty (VIC)
$20,870
Lenders Mortgage Insurance
$0
Cash needed upfront
$109,870
Est. repayment
$2,062/mo

Inner-west apartment let at the suburb median rent — strong yield.

Estimates only and not financial advice. Stamp duty uses indicative Victorian rates and first home buyer concessions; the 5% deposit scheme (First Home Guarantee) waives LMI where the price is within the cap and you qualify. Verify your exact costs with a XLOANS broker or our purchase cost calculator.

Find us & the area we serve

XLOANS works with buyers, refinancers and investors right across this area and greater Melbourne.

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Frequently asked questions

This page is general information only and not financial advice. Lending criteria, rates and government schemes change — speak to a XLOANS broker for advice tailored to your situation. XLOANS is a Melbourne-based mortgage broking service.

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