Construction Loans in Maryland
Browse 14 lenders offering construction loans in Maryland. Compare rates, requirements, and loan programs — then connect directly.
Construction Lenders in Maryland
14 lenders offering construction loans to borrowers in Maryland.
ConnectOne Bank
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ
New Jersey-based commercial bank offering SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, construction lending, and business banking. Serves entrepreneurs and businesses in the New York-New Jersey metro area.
Bank of America
Charlotte, NC
One of the largest US banks. Commercial real estate lending, construction financing, and SBA loans through nationwide branch network.
Broadmark Realty Capital
Seattle, WA
Private real estate lender offering bridge, construction, and land loans. Now part of Ready Capital. Loans from $500K to $25M+.
CoreVest Finance
Irvine, CA
Rental portfolio and bridge lender for residential real estate investors. Build-to-rent and portfolio financing specialist. Redwood Trust subsidiary.
JPMorgan Chase
New York, NY
Major CMBS originator and commercial lender. Full range of CRE financing including conduit, agency, and balance sheet.
KeyBank Real Estate Capital
Cleveland, OH
Major bank CRE lender. Balance sheet, agency, and CMBS lending for multifamily, office, retail, and industrial properties.
Lima One Capital
Greenville, SC
Private lender for real estate investors. DSCR loans require 1.5+ ratio, min FICO 700. 5, 10, and 30-year options. Up to 75% LTV on purchases.
Merchants Capital
Indianapolis, IN
Bank-backed commercial lender active in 47 states. Over $6.8B in financing. Specializes in multifamily, affordable housing, and healthcare.
New Silver Lending
FL
Direct lender for real estate investors. DSCR loans with no minimum DSCR requirement. Also offers fix-and-flip, bridge, and construction loans.
PNC Real Estate
Pittsburgh, PA
Top-10 US bank with dedicated commercial real estate lending. Construction, bridge, and permanent financing for major property types.
Stbridge Capital
Los Angeles, CA
Private money lender in California. Bridge, fix-and-flip, and ground-up construction loans. Fast closings for experienced investors.
US Bank
Minneapolis, MN
Fifth-largest US bank. CRE lending including construction, permanent, and SBA loans. Strong in multifamily and affordable housing.
Vaster
Miami, FL
Commercial bridge loan lender for CRE investors. Flexible short-term financing for acquisition, rehab, and construction.
Wells Fargo
San Francisco, CA
Top commercial real estate lender. CMBS, balance sheet, agency, and SBA lending across all property types.
About Construction Loans in Maryland
Commercial construction loans fund new development or major rehabilitation projects. Funds are disbursed in stages as construction progresses. Most are short-term (12-36 months) and convert to permanent financing upon completion. In Maryland, 14 lenders currently offer Construction financing with loan amounts from $500K to $100M and rates typically ranging from 7% - 10%.
Maryland Market Overview
Maryland's proximity to Washington, D.C., and its concentration of federal agencies, including NIH, NSA, and Fort Meade, creates steady demand for office, lab, and secure facility space. The I-270 corridor is one of the nation's premier biotech clusters.
Maryland imposes a state and county transfer tax totaling up to 1.5% on commercial property sales, plus a recordation tax of approximately 0.5% to 1.17% depending on the county, making transaction costs a significant factor. The state's Enterprise Zone program offers property tax credits for commercial improvements in designated areas, with credits of up to 80% of the increased assessment in the first year. The cybersecurity and defense sector centered around Fort Meade and the NSA campus drives specialized demand for SCIF-capable office and data center space in the Baltimore-Washington corridor.
Who Should Consider Construction Loans?
- Ground-up development
- Major renovations
- Land + construction
- Build-to-suit projects
Key Requirements
- Detailed construction plans and budget
- Licensed general contractor
- Building permits
- Development experience (strongly preferred)
- 20-35% equity
Pros and Cons
Advantages
- ✓Interest only on drawn funds
- ✓Funds disbursed as needed
- ✓Can include land acquisition
- ✓Construction-to-permanent options available
Considerations
- •Requires detailed plans and budgets
- •Draw schedule inspections
- •Higher rates during construction
- •Completion risk on borrower
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