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How to Calculate Balloon Loan Payment
See how loan amount ($) changes balloon loan payment
Balloon loans feature lower interim payments based on a longer amortization, then a large balance due at a shorter maturity. Use this calculator to estimate regular payments and the balloon amount you must refinance or pay off.
Interactive workspace
Balloon loan studio
See the amortizing payment, interest before the balloon, and the lump sum due — plan the exit early.
Balloon due
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Monthly payment
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Payments before balloon
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Interest before balloon
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Inputs
100002000000
120
1040
115
After 60 payments of $1,330.60, you’ll still owe about $188,263.18. Start a refinance or savings plan well before that date.
Balance until balloon
60 months · $200,000.00 → $188,263.18
High $200,000.00
Low $188,263.18
Schedule until balloon
Showing key months from your schedule (client-side only).
| Mo | Payment | Interest | Principal | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,330.60 | $1,166.67 | $163.94 | $199,836.06 |
| 2 | $1,330.60 | $1,165.71 | $164.89 | $199,671.17 |
| 3 | $1,330.60 | $1,164.75 | $165.86 | $199,505.31 |
| 4 | $1,330.60 | $1,163.78 | $166.82 | $199,338.49 |
| 5 | $1,330.60 | $1,162.81 | $167.80 | $199,170.69 |
| 6 | $1,330.60 | $1,161.83 | $168.78 | $199,001.91 |
| 7 | $1,330.60 | $1,160.84 | $169.76 | $198,832.15 |
| 8 | $1,330.60 | $1,159.85 | $170.75 | $198,661.40 |
| 9 | $1,330.60 | $1,158.86 | $171.75 | $198,489.66 |
| 10 | $1,330.60 | $1,157.86 | $172.75 | $198,316.91 |
| 11 | $1,330.60 | $1,156.85 | $173.76 | $198,143.15 |
| 12 | $1,330.60 | $1,155.84 | $174.77 | $197,968.38 |
| 49 | $1,330.60 | $1,113.87 | $216.74 | $190,732.36 |
| 50 | $1,330.60 | $1,112.61 | $218.00 | $190,514.36 |
| 51 | $1,330.60 | $1,111.33 | $219.27 | $190,295.08 |
| 52 | $1,330.60 | $1,110.05 | $220.55 | $190,074.53 |
| 53 | $1,330.60 | $1,108.77 | $221.84 | $189,852.70 |
| 54 | $1,330.60 | $1,107.47 | $223.13 | $189,629.57 |
| 55 | $1,330.60 | $1,106.17 | $224.43 | $189,405.13 |
| 56 | $1,330.60 | $1,104.86 | $225.74 | $189,179.39 |
| 57 | $1,330.60 | $1,103.55 | $227.06 | $188,952.33 |
| 58 | $1,330.60 | $1,102.22 | $228.38 | $188,723.95 |
| 59 | $1,330.60 | $1,100.89 | $229.72 | $188,494.24 |
| 60 | $1,330.60 | $1,099.55 | $231.06 | $188,263.18 |
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Recommendations
Tailored to your live inputs and result—guidance only, not professional advice.
- Lump-sum risk
Balloons require an exit plan
If you can’t refinance or pay the balloon, you may face default risk. Model refinance options in the Loan Refinance calculator.
Plain-English guide
Terms & how it works
Confused by a field? Read the short definitions here while you use the tool.
Loan Amount
The amount you borrowed (or still owe). Interest is charged on this balance.
Interest Rate (%)
APR — the yearly interest rate. We convert it to a monthly rate (APR ÷ 12) inside the math.
Amortization Period (years)
The “fake” full amortization period used to set the payment (balloon loans often amortize like 30 years).
Balloon Due In (years)
When the large lump-sum (balloon) balance is due, even if amortization is longer.
- M
Periodic payment
Payment during the balloon period.
- Balloon
Balloon due
Principal remaining when the term ends.
When to use this Balloon Loan Payment
Common use cases
- Adjust loan amount ($) and watch balloon loan payment update
- Compare two balloon loan payment scenarios before you commit
- Cross-check a quote or spreadsheet with the same inputs
Localized examples
- Loans & Debt Management examples for balloon loan payment
- US and Canada balloon loan payment scenarios
What you get
- Loan Amount ($), Interest Rate (%), Amortization Period (years)
- See how loan amount ($) changes balloon loan payment
- Planning estimate for balloon loan payment — verify against the formula
How to Calculate Balloon Loan Payment Step-by-Step
- 1Enter the full loan principal.
- 2Provide the interest rate and full amortization period.
- 3Set when the balloon payment comes due.
- 4Review the interim payment and remaining balloon balance.
Governing formula
M = interest-only or amortizing payment; Balloon = remaining principal at term end
Models a loan with smaller payments during the term and a large balloon balance due at maturity.
Example: set Loan Amount ($) = 200,000, Interest Rate (%) = 7, Amortization Period (years) = 30, then read the result.
Variable definitions
- M
Periodic payment
Payment during the balloon period.
- Balloon
Balloon due
Principal remaining when the term ends.
- Plan liquidity for the balloon or a refinance before maturity.
Frequently Asked Questions
You typically refinance, sell the asset, or pay the remaining balance in cash.
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