$279,900
3261 5 Oaks Dr, Arnold, MO 63010

About this home

**Offering a 1 year home warranty! and buyer credit for closing costs!** Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 2 full-bath split-level nestled in the heart of Arnold. With a functional and flexible floor plan, this home offers two bedrooms and a full bath on the main level, plus an additional bedroom and full bath on the lower level — perfect for guests, a home office, private retreat. As you enter the home you are welcomed up to the main living area with a tile and stone fireplace, and real hardwood floors. The main living area flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining space, showcasing granite countertops, and new lighting — including remote-controlled ceiling fans — that give the home a fresh, modern feel. The bathrooms feature custom cabinetry, adding a touch of elevated style. A newer roof means the big-ticket items are already handled. Step outside to the back deck overlooking a truly special yard. The fenced-in backyard is anchored by an adorable brick smoker, which could also work as a chicken coop, shed, or other creative ideas. It's perfect for summer BBQs and outdoor entertaining. Surrounding it, you'll find various fruit trees that create your very own little orchard — a rare and charming bonus. Additional highlights include a spacious 2-car garage and ample storage throughout. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and major highways, this property is a fantastic option for first-time buyers, investors, or anyone looking for value, space, and a home that's truly move-in ready.


3 bed
2 bath
988 sqft
0.14 acres
Single fam
Built 1994
2 car
A/C
Fireplace
Your payment
$1,227/mo at 3.6%
You save $2,327/year compared to a new mortgage.

VA loan: $125,489 at 3.6%
Gap loan: $0
Payment details
Home price
$279,900

Down payment
$154,410

Total loan (3.6%)
$125,489
VA loan (3.6%)
$125,489
Gap loan (7.13%)
$0

Term
20 yrs

Tax rate

× $279,900 = $3,694/yr

Premium

Fees
Water/sewer
Electricity
Internet
Gas
Neighborhood
FAQ

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To qualify, you must meet the current FHA, VA, or USDA loan requirements depending on the type of loan you are assuming. This typically means a minimum credit score of 580, although most lenders prefer 620-640. Your debt-to-income ratio should be under the 50% max under FHA guidelines. Additional information such as employment history, explanations of income for each applicant, and asset verification for a down payment may be needed to process the loan.

An assumable mortgage is a type of home loan that allows a homebuyer to take over the existing mortgage terms from the seller, with no cost to the seller. Many government-backed loans, such as FHA and VA loans, are eligible for assumption, and millions of these mortgages are available.

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When assuming the existing mortgage as part of a home purchase, the buyer has to cover the seller’s equity in the home. The seller’s equity is the purchase price minus the remaining mortgage balance. This amount must be covered in full through an all-cash down payment or by taking out a second mortgage.

Yes. Non-veterans can assume a VA loan, provided they meet the lender’s VA criteria. When a qualified buyer assumes a VA mortgage from a veteran or active-duty service member, the seller’s VA loan entitlement remains tied to the assumed loan until the buyer pays off or refinances the loan. This process restores the veteran seller’s entitlement, enabling them to use their VA benefit for a future home purchase.

Yes. All FHA loans are assumable by law as long as the buyer meets the FHA’s credit, income, and qualification requirements and obtain lender approval before assuming the loan (per FHA regulations effected December 15, 1989). Roam makes this process simple for buyers.

Generally, conventional loans are not assumable. In rare cases, a conventional loan may be assumable with lender approval. Use our search tool to find homes with assumable low-rate loans, or reach out to us if you’d like to confirm a specific home’s assumability.

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Last updated: Jul 13, 2026 09:29 am
Listing agent: Meg Colyer
Listing provided courtesy of: Vancil Brothers Realty, (314) 971-7077
Details provided by MARIS and may not match the public record.
MLS ID: #26031457
Payment calculations are estimates and exact amounts will be confirmed by your agent.
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Jul 27 2026 - 09:14. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
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