While interest rates might not fall all the way to 3% again, what about 4%? Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, rates lingered at or below 4%. Currently, rates are hovering in the low-to-mid-6% range. And while you should consider many factors when considering whether to buy a house — such as the costs of monthly payments and home maintenance projects — securing a low mortgage interest rate can lead to significant savings. Read more: The best mortgage lenders right now Will mortgage rates go back down to ...