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Construction Loans in Minnesota

Browse 13 lenders offering construction loans in Minnesota. Compare rates, requirements, and loan programs — then connect directly.

MN Lenders
13
Typical Rate
7% - 10%
Down Payment
20-35%
Term
12-36 months (construction period)
Closing Time
30-60 days

Construction Lenders in Minnesota

13 lenders offering construction loans to borrowers in Minnesota.

Bank of America

Charlotte, NC

One of the largest US banks. Commercial real estate lending, construction financing, and SBA loans through nationwide branch network.

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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+.

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CoreVest Finance

Irvine, CA

Rental portfolio and bridge lender for residential real estate investors. Build-to-rent and portfolio financing specialist. Redwood Trust subsidiary.

$200K – $50M
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JPMorgan Chase

New York, NY

Major CMBS originator and commercial lender. Full range of CRE financing including conduit, agency, and balance sheet.

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KeyBank Real Estate Capital

Cleveland, OH

Major bank CRE lender. Balance sheet, agency, and CMBS lending for multifamily, office, retail, and industrial properties.

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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.

$75K – $5M
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Merchants Capital

Indianapolis, IN

Bank-backed commercial lender active in 47 states. Over $6.8B in financing. Specializes in multifamily, affordable housing, and healthcare.

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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.

$100K – $5M
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PNC Real Estate

Pittsburgh, PA

Top-10 US bank with dedicated commercial real estate lending. Construction, bridge, and permanent financing for major property types.

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Stbridge Capital

Los Angeles, CA

Private money lender in California. Bridge, fix-and-flip, and ground-up construction loans. Fast closings for experienced investors.

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US Bank

Minneapolis, MN

Fifth-largest US bank. CRE lending including construction, permanent, and SBA loans. Strong in multifamily and affordable housing.

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Vaster

Miami, FL

Commercial bridge loan lender for CRE investors. Flexible short-term financing for acquisition, rehab, and construction.

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Wells Fargo

San Francisco, CA

Top commercial real estate lender. CMBS, balance sheet, agency, and SBA lending across all property types.

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About Construction Loans in Minnesota

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 Minnesota, 13 lenders currently offer Construction financing with loan amounts from $500K to $100M and rates typically ranging from 7% - 10%.

Minnesota Market Overview

Minnesota is home to 16 Fortune 500 companies, giving the Twin Cities metro a diversified corporate base. The state's strong healthcare, financial services, and retail sectors provide stable demand across multiple CRE asset classes.

Minnesota's non-judicial foreclosure process includes a 6-month redemption period for commercial properties (12 months for agricultural land), which extends the timeline for lenders to realize recoveries on distressed assets. The state's Fiscal Disparities program in the Twin Cities metro shares 40% of commercial-industrial tax base growth across the region, which reduces tax rate volatility for CRE investors. Minnesota's Green Acres and similar programs primarily benefit agricultural land, but the boundary between agricultural and commercial use in suburban fringe areas creates opportunities for transitional CRE development.

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

Construction Loans FAQ

How do construction loan draws work?
Funds are released in stages as construction milestones are completed. An inspector verifies work before each draw. You only pay interest on the amount drawn.
What is a construction-to-permanent loan?
A single loan that automatically converts from a construction loan to a permanent mortgage once building is complete. Saves closing costs vs. two separate loans.

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