$599,000
98 Pasto Rico, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

About this home

BACK ON THE MARKET AT NO FAULT OF SELLER! BUYER LOST THEIR JOB AND COULD NO LONGER PERFORM. This meticulously cared-forcarriage-style condo features an interior sweeping stairway leading to a spacious single-level floor plan. All living areas arelocated on one level above the attached one-car garage, offering the added benefit of no oneabove or below.Step inside to dramatic high ceilings and an abundance of natural light that fills the open floor plan. The living room is enhanced by a cozy fireplace and sliding doors that lead to a sunny deck, an ideal spot to unwind at the end of the day.Designed with both style and function in mind, the kitchen showcases granite counters, crisp white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a pantry, and a glass tile backsplash. The generously sized dining area, just off the kitchen, provides flexibility for everyday meals and special occasions alike.Vaulted ceilings enhance the sense of space in the inviting primary suite,complete witha walk-in closet and a dressing area with dual sinks and a shower-tub combination. The secondary bedroom is perfect for guests, a home office, or a den.Additional highlights include Luxury Vinyl flooring, a newer HVAC system, a tankless water heater, and a community-wide repiping was completed.Located in the desirable Serabrisa community, residents enjoy a beautifully updated pool, spa, and BBQ area. Just across fromArroyo Vista Park, and close to Tijeras Creek Golf Course, shopping, dining, schools, and trails. With SAMLARC membership, enjoy access to Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club, multiple pools, sports courts, scenic hiking and biking trails, and year-round community events.


2 bed
2 bath
1,032 sqft
2.49 acres
Condominium
Built 1989
1 car
A/C
Shared pool
Your payment
$2,334/mo at 2.375%
You save $5,793/year compared to a new mortgage.

VA loan: $213,344 at 2.38%
Gap loan: $0
Payment details
Home price
$599,000

Down payment
$385,655

Total loan (2.38%)
$213,344
VA loan (2.38%)
$213,344
Gap loan (7.13%)
$0

Term
24 yrs 10 mo

Tax rate

× $599,000 = $7,068/yr

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FAQ

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.

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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: Mar 19, 2026 09:48 am
Listing agent: Amy Mosley (949) 315-9326
Listing provided courtesy of: Coldwell Banker Realty,
Details provided by SANDIEGO and may not match the public record.
MLS ID: #OC26042882
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