🏦

Commercial Mortgage in Portland, ME

Find lenders offering commercial mortgage in the Portland, including South Portland, Scarborough, Westbrook, and surrounding areas. Compare rates, terms, and programs from 12 lenders.

Lenders
12
Typical Rate
6% - 8%
Down Payment
20-30%
Term
5-30 years (often 5-10 year terms with 25-30 year amortization)
Closing Time
30-60 days

Commercial Mortgage Lenders Serving Portland

12 lenders offering commercial mortgage in the Portland, ME area.

Live Oak Banking Company

SBA

WILMINGTON, NC

One of the nation's top SBA 7(a) lenders, specializing in lending to small businesses across healthcare, veterinary, beverage, self-storage, and other industries. Offers SBA loans, USDA loans, conventional business loans, and commercial real estate financing.

628 SBA loans
View →

The Huntington National Bank

SBA

COLUMBUS, OH

Major regional bank and consistently one of the top SBA lenders in the country by number of loans. Offers SBA 7(a) and 504 loans alongside conventional business lending, commercial real estate, and treasury management services.

1337 SBA loans
View →

Newtek Bank, National Association

SBA

Miami, FL

Technology-driven SBA preferred lender providing 7(a) loans to small and medium-sized businesses nationwide. Part of Newtek Business Services Corp, offering integrated business solutions including lending, payments, and technology services.

1039 SBA loans
View →

Celtic Bank Corporation

SBA

SALT LAKE CITY, UT

Industrial bank and top SBA preferred lender headquartered in Salt Lake City. Specializes in SBA 7(a) lending for business acquisitions, partner buyouts, commercial real estate, and working capital. Also offers USDA business loans.

442 SBA loans
View →

Readycap Lending, LLC

SBA

BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ

Non-bank SBA preferred lender offering SBA 7(a) and 504 loans nationwide. Specializes in commercial real estate, business acquisition, and expansion financing for small businesses. Known for fast closings and flexible underwriting.

563 SBA loans
View →

United Midwest Savings Bank National Association

SBA

DE GRAFF, OH

Community bank and SBA preferred lender based in Ohio. Specializes in SBA 7(a) loans for small businesses, including business acquisitions, commercial real estate, and working capital financing.

302 SBA loans
View →

Byline Bank

SBA

CHICAGO, IL

Chicago-based bank and one of the top SBA 7(a) lenders in the Midwest. Provides SBA loans, commercial real estate financing, equipment loans, and government-guaranteed lending for small and mid-sized businesses.

107 SBA loans
View →

TD Bank, National Association

SBA

WILMINGTON, DE

One of the 10 largest banks in the U.S. and a major SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) and Express loans, conventional business lending, commercial real estate, and treasury management services across the eastern U.S.

618 SBA loans
View →

Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company

SBA

BUFFALO, NY

M&T Bank is a major regional bank and one of the top SBA lenders by loan count in the Northeast. Offers SBA 7(a), Express, and 504 loans alongside a full range of commercial banking, commercial real estate, and small business products.

848 SBA loans
View →

Pathward National Association

SBA

SIOUX FALLS, SD

Technology-forward financial institution and SBA preferred lender. Specializes in SBA 7(a) loans, warehouse lending, and commercial finance solutions. Known for serving underbanked markets and fintech partnerships.

50 SBA loans
View →

KeyBank National Association

SBA

CLEVELAND, OH

Major regional bank and SBA preferred lender with nationwide commercial banking operations. Offers SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, conventional business lending, commercial real estate, equipment finance, and capital markets services.

150 SBA loans
View →

Shoreham Bank

SBA

Warwick, RI

Rhode Island-based community bank and SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) loans for business acquisitions and commercial real estate, with a focus on hospitality and franchise financing in the Northeast.

27 SBA loans
View →

Portland Commercial Real Estate Market

Portland, Maine, has developed one of the strongest small-city CRE markets in New England, anchored by a nationally acclaimed food and beverage scene, a thriving creative economy, and a growing professional services sector. The Old Port district along Fore Street and Commercial Street is the retail and hospitality core, with extremely limited vacancies and rents that rival much larger markets for premium space. The East Bayside and Thompson's Point neighborhoods are undergoing significant redevelopment into mixed-use projects combining creative office, residential, and entertainment uses. Limited developable land on the peninsula constrains new supply and supports asset values across all commercial categories.

Key Economic Drivers

  • Maine Medical Center and Northern Light Mercy Hospital healthcare campuses
  • Food, beverage, and craft brewing industry including Allagash, Shipyard, and dozens of restaurant groups
  • IDEXX Laboratories and WEX Inc. technology and financial services headquarters
  • Tourism and cruise ship port activity generating 1 million-plus annual visitors

Market Insight

Portland's peninsula geography severely limits new commercial construction, resulting in an office vacancy rate that has consistently run well below the national average and making existing commercial properties on the peninsula particularly valuable to long-term holders.

Commercial Mortgage in Portland, Maine

Conventional commercial mortgages provide long-term financing for stabilized, income-producing commercial properties. Offered by banks, credit unions, and institutional lenders with competitive rates for qualified borrowers and properties. In the Portland metro area, borrowers can access 12 lenders offering Commercial Mortgage financing, including South Portland, Scarborough, Westbrook, and surrounding areas. Loan amounts typically range from $250K to $50M with rates from 6% - 8%.

Who Should Consider Commercial Mortgage?

  • Stabilized income properties
  • Long-term holds
  • Refinancing
  • Experienced investors

Key Requirements

  • Stabilized property with income history
  • DSCR ≥ 1.20-1.25
  • LTV ≤ 75-80%
  • Borrower experience and liquidity

Advantages

  • Lower rates than bridge/hard money
  • Longer terms
  • Predictable payments
  • Build equity over time

Considerations

  • Stricter underwriting
  • Longer closing timeline
  • Prepayment penalties
  • Recourse may be required

Commercial Mortgage in Other Maine Cities

Find Commercial Mortgage Lenders in Portland

Get matched with lenders offering commercial mortgage in the Portland, ME area. Free for borrowers.

Get Matched — Free →