Stunning Mountain Retreat Minutes from Idyllwild. Welcome to this exceptional mountain property ideally located just off Highway 243, only minutes from the charming village of Idyllwild. Set on a spacious .52-acre corner lot, this fully fenced property is surrounded by natural beauty, including mature manzanita trees, and offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and versatility. The 1,728 sq ft home is thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and weekend escapes. The main level features two comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, along with a generous living room centered around a classic brick fireplace—perfect for cozy mountain evenings. The remodeled kitchen shines with modern soft-close cabinetry and ample storage, while a large mudroom provides practical space for gear, storage, or hobbies. Additional conveniences include a propane wall heater, wood burning stove and washer/dryer hookups. Upstairs, a charming spiral staircase leads to a bright and airy retreat with vaulted ceilings and clerestory windows that fill the space with natural light. This level offers a second living area complete with a wood-burning stove, an indoor sauna for ultimate relaxation, and a private primary suite with full bath and closet. Step outside onto the expansive deck to take in the peaceful surroundings and fresh mountain air. A true standout feature: The impressive 1,000 sq ft detached 4-car/RV garage with an upstairs game room—ideal for car enthusiasts, workshop space, storage, or even extended guest accommodations. With oversized decks, scenic surroundings, and flexible living spaces, this property captures the essence of mountain living while offering incredible functionality. A rare opportunity to own a spacious, character-filled retreat with room for all your needs—don’t miss it!
Roam is your trusted partner for affordable home ownership. We help manage the assumption process from start to finish, enabling homebuyers to easily purchase their next home with a low-interest rate mortgage attached.
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.
When interest rates on mortgages are high, assuming a mortgage with a rate as low as 2% allows buyers to save up to thousands monthly compared to buying a home with a traditional mortgage at today’s average rates of 7%. A low-rate assumable mortgage could be the key to finding your dream home at an affordable price.
Roam has compiled available listings with low-rate assumable mortgages for you to browse. To get started, enter the city, state, zip code, or school district you’re interested in purchasing in. Utilize the search filters to narrow down your search. Click “Save search” to save your search preferences and activate listing notifications—we’ll email you as soon as new listings match your criteria.
Once you’ve found your dream home and ready to make an offer, schedule a call with a Roam Advisor directly from the listing. Your Roam Advisor will guide you through each step of the process, while also working directly with your agent, the servicer, and the seller to ensure you close on time.
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.
