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Rates are based on an average mortgage of $300,000
 Insured ?

The rates in this column apply to borrowers who have purchased mortgage default insurance. This is required when you purchase a home with less than a 20% down payment. The home must be owner-occupied and the amortization must be 25 years or less.

80% LTV ?

The rates in this column apply to mortgage amounts between 65.01% and 80% of the property value. The home must be owner-occupied and have an amortization of 25 years or less. You must have purchased it for less than $1 million. These rates are not available on refinances. Refinances require "Uninsured" rates.

65% LTV ?

The rates in this column apply to mortgage amounts that are 65% of the property value or less. The home must be owner-occupied and have an amortization of 25 years or less. You must have purchased it for less than $1 million. These rates are not available on refinances. Refinances require "Uninsured" rates.

Uninsured ?

The rates in this column apply to purchases over $1 million, refinances and amortizations over 25 years. More info on the differences between insured and uninsured rates.

Bank Rate ?

Bank Rate is the mortgage interest rate posted by the big banks in Canada.

 
1-year fixed rate
Insured
4.64%
80% LTV
4.19%
65% LTV
4.19%
Uninsured
4.99%
4.99%
 
2-year fixed rate
Insured
3.99%
80% LTV
3.89%
65% LTV
3.89%
Uninsured
4.44%
4.53%
 
3-year fixed rate
Insured
3.69%
80% LTV
3.79%
65% LTV
3.79%
Uninsured
3.9%
4.39%
 
4-year fixed rate
Insured
3.84%
80% LTV
3.99%
65% LTV
3.99%
Uninsured
4.39%
4.44%
 
5-year fixed rate
Insured
3.69%
80% LTV
3.55%
65% LTV
3.55%
Uninsured
3.69%
4.19%
 
7-year fixed rate
Insured
4.19%
80% LTV
4.24%
65% LTV
4.24%
Uninsured
4.89%
5%
 
10-year fixed rate
Insured
5.04%
80% LTV
4.34%
65% LTV
4.34%
Uninsured
5.24%
6.09%
 
3-year variable rate
Insured
3.9%
80% LTV
3.95%
65% LTV
3.9%
Uninsured
3.9%
5.95%
 
5-year variable rate
Insured
3.45%
80% LTV
3.45%
65% LTV
3.45%
Uninsured
3.5%
4.24%
 
HELOC rate
Insured
N/A
80% LTV
N/A
65% LTV
N/A
Uninsured
N/A
N/A
 
Stress test
Insured
5.45%
80% LTV
5.45%
65% LTV
5.45%
Uninsured
5.5%
N/A

How mortgage rates are determined in Orillia and what influences them

There are three main drivers behind mortgage rates in Orillia and Canada at large:

The Bank of Canada policy rate

The Bank of Canada influences mortgage rates through its policy rate. The Bank’s objective is to keep inflation in the target range of 1% to 3% and preserve the value of the Canadian dollar. It achieves this by setting the target overnight rate, also known as the policy rate.

As of today, the policy rate is 2.25%. The central bank uses the target rate to influence how the banks set their own rates and acts as a barometer for the rate at which banks borrow and lend among themselves.

Inflation and economic conditions

The higher the inflation, particularly if it’s above 3%, the higher the likelihood of a rate hike. Though inflation does not directly affect mortgage rates, the Bank tends to raise rates to cool down economic activity and force homebuyers to retreat from the market. It’s worth noting that government bond yields, which influence fixed rates, are affected by inflation as well, in addition to factors like oil prices, geopolitical tensions and broader economic conditions (which currently remain uncertain).

Lender competition

Banks, credit unions, monoline lenders and other financial institutions compete to attract borrowers across Orillia and beyond. During competitive market conditions, lenders may offer better rates. Shopping around and comparing multiple lenders — including local Ontario credit unions like Meridian Credit Union — can often result in a better mortgage rate.

 

Factors that affect your Orillia mortgage rate

You may have noticed a significant difference between bank and broker mortgage rates in Orillia. That’s because brokers have access to a variety of lenders whereas your bank is the only lender available. That’s just one factor that affects your mortgage rate, but there are others.

1. Down payment

You often get a lower rate when your down payment is less than 20% because you’re required to buy mortgage default insurance. The lender is protected if you’re unable to make your regular payments. When your down payment is 20% or more, you’re not required to get mortgage default insurance and the lender isn’t protected. As a result, the lender will charge you a higher rate.

The federal government determines the rules around down payments. Currently, the rules are as follows:

  • A home that costs $500,000 or less: the minimum down payment is 5% of the purchase price
  • A home that costs $500,000 to $1.5 million: the minimum down payment is 5% of the first $500,000 of the purchase price, and 10% for the portion above the purchase price above $500,000
  • A home that costs $1.5 million or more: the minimum down payment is 20% of the purchase price

2. Credit score

Mortgage companies in Orillia or across Canada will also look at your credit score when deciding whether you’ll qualify for a mortgage and what rate will be offered. If you have a score that’s 760 or higher, your rate should be lower than someone whose score is less than yours.

3. Debt service ratios

Your debt service ratios (the gross debt service ratio and the total debt service ratio) will also be reviewed by Orillia’s best mortgage lenders.

  • Gross debt service ratio (GDS): To calculate your GDS ratio, you add your mortgage payments, property taxes, heating costs, and condo fees (if you’re purchasing a condo) together. You then divide it by your pre-tax salary. To be approved for a mortgage, the GDS should be less than 35%. However, some lenders will still approve your application if the GDS is less than 39%.
  • Total debt service ratio (TDS): Your TDS ratio includes any regular debt payments, such as those for a student or car loan. You have to add those to your GDS and then divide the total by your pre-tax salary. To get approved for a mortgage, the TDS should be less than 42%. However, some lenders will still approve you if it’s less than 44%.

4. Income and employment

Finally, your income and job will also play a role in the rate that you get. While lenders prefer someone working in a full-time position for a long period of time, they will still lend to someone with a part-time or contract role. Those who are self-employed can also qualify for a mortgage but are required to provide more proof of income (including old bank statements and tax returns).

You should ensure that you don’t have any debt and your credit score is high to get one of the best mortgage interest rates in Orillia, not an average rate.

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Orillia conventional vs. high-ratio 5-year fixed mortgage rates

How do these mortgage types differ? Conventional (low-ratio) mortgage requires a down payment of 20% or more, with no mandatory insurance, while a high-ratio mortgage requires a down payment of below 20%, plus mandatory insurance.

Which mortgage type offers cheaper rates? As of September 2026, the average conventional 5-year fixed rate is 4.49%. That’s 40 bps above the average high-ratio 5-year fixed rate, which stands at 4.09%.

Conventional 5-year fixed mortgage rates vs. high ratio 5-year fixed mortgage rates in Ontario

DateAverage Conventional RateAverage High Ratio Rate
09/25 4.50%4.42%
10/25 4.46%4.36%
11/25 4.35%4.31%
12/25 4.44%4.32%
01/26 4.49%4.49%
02/26 4.47%4.43%
03/26 4.27%4.20%
04/26 4.24%4.23%
05/26 4.38%4.22%
06/26 4.48%4.24%
07/26 4.47%4.14%
08/26 4.49%4.09%

Last Updated: September 1, 2026

Orillia 5-year fixed vs. variable mortgage rates

How do these mortgage rates differ? A fixed rate mortgage is a rate fixed over a period of time. Interest rates and the mortgage payments remain the same (and consistent) over that mortgage term. A variable rate mortgage is different. While the mortgage payment remains constant, the interest rate payments fluctuate with the prime interest rate.

Which rate is cheaper? As of September, the 5-year fixed rate is 4.30%. That’s 41 bps abow the 5-year variable rate, which stands at 3.89%.

5-year fixed vs. 5-year variable mortgage rates in Ontario

MonthFixedVariable
09/25 4.60%4.64%
10/25 4.62%4.51%
11/25 4.64%4.40%
12/25 4.64%4.41%
01/26 4.71%4.44%
02/26 4.64%4.43%
03/26 4.33%4.38%
04/26 4.38%4.06%
05/26 4.41%4.05%
06/26 4.45%4.01%
07/26 4.34%3.93%
08/26 4.30%3.89%

Last Updated: September 1, 2026

Average value of new mortgage loans in Orillia

New mortgage loan values have been trending upward throughout 2025, reaching the average of $441,394 in Ontario and $360,597 in Canada by the end of Q4 2025.

Here are all the average new mortgages loan values in Ontario from 2022 to 2025:

 Q1 – 2022Q2 – 2022Q3 – 2022Q4 – 2022Q1 – 2023Q2 – 2023Q3 – 2023Q4 – 2023Q1 – 2024Q2 – 2024Q3 – 2024Q4 – 2024Q1 – 2025Q2 – 2025Q3 – 2025Q4 – 2025
Canada$368,936$371,063$363,654$325,612$320,298$314,540$338,522$327,899$323,537$332,825$349,364$343,271$356,831$350,281$360,986$360,597
Ontario$466,931$475,987$462,701$418,808$406,427$405,753$434,005$426,021$421,795$427,078$440,052$432,237$441,074$438,188$445,693$441,394

Source: Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation

Average scheduled monthly payments for new mortgage loans in Orillia 

Scheduled monthly payments have been trending downward throughout 2025, reaching the average of $2,402 in Ontario by the end of Q4 2025.

Q1 – 2022Q2 – 2022Q3 – 2022Q4 – 2022Q1 – 2023Q2 – 2023Q3 – 2023Q4 – 2023Q1 – 2024Q2 – 2024Q3 – 2024Q4 – 2024Q1 – 2025Q2 – 2025Q3 – 2025Q4 – 2025
$1,966$2,153$2,392$2,449$2,494$2,444$2,634$2,770$2,751$2,646$2,664$2,524$2,526$2,452$2,472$2,402

Source: Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation

Orillia closing costs and land transfer tax

Closing costs are the one-time fees buyers pay upon purchasing property in Orillia. Generally, closing costs include:

  • Land or transfer tax
  • Lawyer fees
  • Inspection fees
  • Homeowner’s insurance
  • Appraisal fees

Land transfer tax calculations for a $500,000 property in Orillia without a rebate are:

  • 0.5% on the first $55,000
  • 1% on the portion between $55,000 and $250,000
  • 1.5% on the portion between $250,000 and $400,000
  • 2.0% on the portion between $400,000 and $2,000,000
  • 2.5% on the amount above $2,000,000
 

What is a First Home Savings Account (FHSA)?

A first home savings account (FHSA) is a registered plan that allows first-time home buyers to save to buy or build a qualifying first home tax-free, up to certain limits.

FHSA participation room in the year the account is opened is $8,000.

Your questions about Orillia mortgages, answered.

What’s the difference between a mortgage term and an amortization period?

A mortgage term is how long your contract lasts with your lender. Once the term is up, you can continue to use the same lender or shop around to potentially find a better rate. Terms range between six months and 10 years, but most homeowners choose five years.

An amortization period is the amount of time it’s expected you’ll pay off the entire mortgage balance. The longer your amortization period is, the more interest you’ll have to pay. An amortization period can range between 10 and 35 years, but most homeowners choose 25 years. If you have a high-ratio mortgage, the amortization must be 25 years or less.

What’s the difference between an open mortgage vs. a closed mortgage?

Have you noticed a large difference between the most current open and closed mortgage rates in Orillia?

The main reason why is because of flexibility. An open mortgage doesn’t have many restrictions. You can make additional payments whenever and pay off the entire mortgage balance whenever you’d like without facing huge penalties. However, there’s a tradeoff and that’s in the form of a higher rate.

There isn’t a lot of flexibility with a closed mortgage. There’s a cap in terms of how many additional payments you can make a year and you’re limited in terms of how much you can pay. While there are penalties involved if you do violate any of the restrictions with this type of mortgage, you do get a much lower rate.

How much does getting a lower interest rate matter in Orillia?

There are a few other things to consider besides getting the lowest mortgage interest rate in Orillia, such as:

  • Pre-payment privileges: Want to make a lump-sum payment or bump up your mortgage payment? You can do so if you have prepayment privileges, but the amount of the extra payment or the payment increase is capped.
  • Penalties: You may face a large penalty if you pay off your mortgage in full or make a lump-sum payment that’s too high. Each lender has a different calculation. Penalties for paying off a fixed rate mortgage are typically higher than a variable rate mortgage.
  • Portability: Sometimes you’re allowed to keep your mortgage if you move to another property. What’s great about being able to port your mortgage is that your payments and rate will stay the same. Best of all, the fees are typically lower than the penalties you would pay if you broke your mortgage. Also, it’s more convenient because you don’t need to go through the process of qualifying for a new mortgage.

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Yes, it’s safe — you no longer need to visit a bank branch or mortgage broker’s office in person to apply for a mortgage. It’s becoming increasingly common for Canadians to apply for mortgages online. LowestRates.ca only works with reputable, trustworthy financial institutions.

Your credit score won’t be affected and your information is secure. We don’t share your information with anyone unless you want to connect with a mortgage broker. We take care of the heavy lifting by comparing the market for you and can connect you with the best mortgage lenders in the country.

How do I know I’m getting the lowest rate?

We have a strong selection of lenders on LowestRates.ca including the big banks and many independent providers and we’re adding more lenders all the time. This ensures we’re always delivering you a competitive rate. Even if you’re not ready to commit to anything, you can use our site as a starting point for research (it’s totally free, and you’re under no obligation).

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