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Commercial Mortgage in North Dakota

Browse 10 lenders offering commercial mortgage in North Dakota. Compare rates, requirements, and loan programs — then connect directly.

ND Lenders
10
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 in North Dakota

10 lenders offering commercial mortgage to borrowers in North Dakota.

Live Oak Banking Company

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 SBA Verified
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Newtek Bank, National Association

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 SBA Verified
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U.S. Bank, National Association

Cincinnati, OH

Fifth-largest commercial bank in the U.S. and a top SBA preferred lender. Offers SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, conventional commercial lending, commercial real estate, and a full suite of business banking products.

846 SBA loans SBA Verified
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Celtic Bank Corporation

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 SBA Verified
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Readycap Lending, LLC

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 SBA Verified
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United Midwest Savings Bank National Association

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 SBA Verified
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Colony Bank

FITZGERALD, GA

Georgia-based community bank offering SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, and small business banking. Serves businesses throughout Georgia with relationship-focused lending.

56 SBA loans SBA Verified
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Bell Bank

Fargo, ND

Fargo, North Dakota-based bank and one of the largest independently owned banks in the nation. Offers SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, equipment financing, and business banking across the Upper Midwest and Arizona.

20 SBA loans SBA Verified
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BankVista

SARTELL, MN

Sartell, Minnesota-based community bank offering SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, and business banking. Serves small businesses across central Minnesota with personalized lending.

29 SBA loans SBA Verified
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Everwise Credit Union

SOUTH BEND, IN

South Bend, Indiana-based credit union offering SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, and business banking with credit union rates. Serves members throughout Indiana.

6 SBA loans SBA Verified
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About Commercial Mortgage in North Dakota

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 North Dakota, 10 lenders currently offer Commercial Mortgage financing with loan amounts from $250K to $50M and rates typically ranging from 6% - 8%.

North Dakota Market Overview

North Dakota's Bakken shale formation made the state a major oil producer, and while energy remains dominant, the state has diversified into technology and UAS (drone) operations. Fargo has developed a growing tech startup ecosystem.

North Dakota's property tax rates are relatively low, and the state's Renaissance Zone program offers up to 5 years of property tax exemptions and income tax exemptions for businesses and residents in designated urban core areas. Energy-dependent markets in western North Dakota like Williston have experienced dramatic commercial property value swings tied to oil price cycles, requiring careful commodity price risk assessment in CRE lending. The state's small population and limited commercial property inventory mean that localized economic changes can have outsized effects on occupancy and values.

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

Pros and Cons

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 FAQ

What's the difference between a commercial mortgage and a residential mortgage?
Commercial mortgages are for income-producing properties (5+ units, office, retail, etc.). They're underwritten primarily on the property's income, not the borrower's personal income. Terms are typically shorter with balloon payments.

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