Commercial Mortgage Rates Canada — Live CMHC & Conventional
Compare today's CMHC-insured, conventional, and private commercial mortgage rates across Canada. Track live bond yields, see rate ranges by property type and province, and get a custom quote from 50+ lenders.
Rates last reviewed:
CMHC MLI Select
4.40%–5.15%
Multi-family 5+ units
Conventional
5.15%–6.65%
Office, retail, industrial
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Commercial Mortgage Rates by Financing Type
Rate ranges below reflect typical July 2026 market conditions for stabilized Canadian commercial properties. Actual quotes depend on deal strength, LTV, and lender competition.
| Financing Type | Typical Rate |
|---|---|
| CMHC MLI Select (100+ points) | 4.25% – 5.00% |
| CMHC MLI Standard | 4.50% – 5.25% |
| Conventional (A lender) | 5.00% – 6.50% |
| Conventional (B lender) | 6.50% – 8.50% |
| Bridge / interim | 7.00% – 12.00% |
| Private / MIC | 7.00% – 12.00% |
CMHC-Insured vs Conventional Commercial Rates
The financing path you choose can save $45,000+ per year in interest on a $3M mortgage. CMHC insurance backstops the lender, unlocking lower spreads and higher leverage on qualifying multi-family deals.
CMHC MLI Select
4.25% – 5.00%
- Max LTV
- Up to 95%
- Amortization
- Up to 50 years
New construction or acquisition of 5+ unit rentals hitting affordability/energy points
Learn moreCMHC MLI Standard
4.50% – 5.25%
- Max LTV
- Up to 85%
- Amortization
- Up to 40 years
Stabilized apartment buildings without points requirements
Learn moreConventional Commercial
5.00% – 6.50%
- Max LTV
- Up to 75%
- Amortization
- Up to 30 years
Office, retail, industrial, mixed-use without CMHC eligibility
Learn morePrivate / Bridge
7.00% – 12.00%
- Max LTV
- Up to 80%
- Amortization
- Interest-only common
Construction, value-add, or deals outside bank guidelines
Learn moreWhich Rate Path Fits Your Deal?
Is it a stabilized apartment building with 5+ units?
CMHC MLI Standard or MLI Select will likely deliver the lowest rate and highest leverage.
Are you building new purpose-built rental with energy/affordability commitments?
MLI Select unlocks 95% LTV and premium discounts — often 0.25%–0.50% below MLI Standard.
Is it office, retail, industrial, or mixed-use without CMHC eligibility?
Conventional A-lender financing at 5.0%–6.5% with strong NOI and DSCR 1.20+.
Do you need speed, construction funding, or flexible underwriting?
Bridge or private lending at 7%–12% — plan a takeout to CMHC or conventional at stabilization.
Rates by Property Type (2026)
Lenders price every asset class differently. Multi-family with CMHC insurance consistently delivers the lowest rates; hospitality and land carry the highest premiums.
| Property Type | CMHC-Insured | Conventional |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment / purpose-built rental (5+ units) | 4.25% – 5.25% | 5.25% – 6.50% |
| Mixed-use (residential over commercial) | 4.50% – 5.50% | 5.50% – 7.00% |
| Industrial / warehouse | N/A | 5.75% – 7.25% |
| Office (Class A urban) | N/A | 6.00% – 7.50% |
| Retail (anchored strip) | N/A | 6.00% – 7.50% |
| Hotel / hospitality | N/A | 7.50% – 10.00% |
Commercial Mortgage Rates by Province
Regional lender competition and rental fundamentals affect pricing. Ontario and BC typically see the tightest spreads on multi-family CMHC deals.
| Province / Market | CMHC Range | Conventional Range |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario (Toronto / GTA) | 4.25% – 5.00% | 5.25% – 6.25% |
| British Columbia | 4.25% – 5.25% | 5.50% – 6.75% |
| Alberta (Calgary / Edmonton) | 4.50% – 5.25% | 5.50% – 6.50% |
| Quebec (Montreal) | 4.50% – 5.50% | 5.75% – 7.00% |
| Atlantic Canada | 4.75% – 5.50% | 5.75% – 7.25% |
How Commercial Rates Are Priced
Unlike residential mortgages with posted rates, commercial rates are bespoke. Lenders start with the bond yield for your term, then add a spread based on deal risk.
Benchmark bond yield
5-year GoC yield (currently ~3.20%) sets the floor for 5-year fixed commercial rates
Lender spread
Typically 1.0%–2.5% above bond yield depending on property type, LTV, and sponsor strength
CMHC premium discount
MLI Select points can reduce insurance premiums, effectively lowering your all-in rate
Your quoted rate
Bond yield + spread − CMHC discounts = your commercial mortgage rate
Track live bond yields on our CMB rates page or read the full commercial mortgage rates guide .
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