Construction Loans in Gulfport, MS
Find lenders offering construction loans in the Gulfport, including Biloxi, Ocean Springs, and surrounding areas. Compare rates, terms, and programs from 13 lenders.
Construction Lenders Serving Gulfport
13 lenders offering construction loans in the Gulfport, MS 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.
Gulfport Commercial Real Estate Market
Gulfport, together with neighboring Biloxi, anchors the Mississippi Gulf Coast's commercial real estate market, which is driven by casino gaming, military operations, and port activity. The Harrison County coastline has been substantially rebuilt since Hurricane Katrina, with modern commercial inventory along U.S. Highway 90 and the I-10 corridor replacing older stock. The Port of Gulfport is undergoing a $570 million restoration and expansion project that will significantly boost the region's industrial and logistics capacity. Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi and the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport provide stable federal employment and drive hospitality, retail, and multifamily demand across the coast.
Key Economic Drivers
- ●Casino gaming industry along the Biloxi-Gulfport coast including MGM, Beau Rivage, and Hard Rock
- ●Port of Gulfport $570 million expansion and modernization project
- ●Keesler Air Force Base and Naval Construction Battalion Center military installations
- ●Huntington Ingalls Industries Pascagoula shipyard and defense manufacturing supply chain
Market Insight
The Mississippi Gulf Coast's casino industry generates over $1.5 billion in annual gaming revenue, creating consistent demand for hospitality, retail, and entertainment-oriented CRE — with waterfront commercial properties along U.S. 90 benefiting from continuous reinvestment by gaming operators.
Construction Loans in Gulfport, Mississippi
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 the Gulfport metro area, borrowers can access 13 lenders offering Construction financing, including Biloxi, Ocean Springs, and surrounding areas. Loan amounts typically range from $500K to $100M with rates from 7% - 10%.
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
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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