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$162,000

155 Shabbona Dr, Park Forest, IL 60466

4 beds · 2 baths · sqft sqft

Great value on this updated & expanded ranch home in Monee school district 201U! Total of 1840 sq ft including a family room and full master suite, plus a 1.5-car attached garage. Updated kitchen with oak cabinets and appliances included, high-end bathroom updates with tile inlays and tile tub surround, new luxury vinyl plank flooring in family room and master bedroom. Great backyard with concrete patio off of the family room, screened-in gazebo, storage shed and plenty of yard space left for whatever you'd like. Lots of updates including a newer roof, siding, soffit/fascia, and entry doors, back windows were new in 2019, furnaces in 2020 & 2023, water heater 2023. Convenient location is across the street from Shabbona Park (playground, tennis courts, green space), 1/2-mile walk to Talala Elementary, 9 minutes to Crete-Monee Middle School & High School, 9 minutes to I-57 @ Sauk Trail, and 6 minutes to Metra Electric @ Richton Park. Home is being sold as-is and needs some new flooring and master bath remodel but is otherwise in great shape with lots of updates. BANK-APPROVED short sale.

Interest rate 3
4%
With Roam
7%
The seller’s mortgage rate at the time the loan was originated.
Monthly payment 3
$421
With Roam
$563
Reduce your monthly payments by $142 when you assume this mortgage.
You also save $42,336 in total interest paid.
$82,472
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You may be able to put down less than the total down payment amount of $82,472 and have the rest of the funds financed with a 2nd mortgage from a lender. 4

Interest rate and monthly payment estimated based on public records.

Roam helps you take over the seller’s lower interest rate 1
We help you assume the seller's mortgage and avoid higher prevailing market rates.
45-day closing guarantee 2
We work directly with the mortgage servicer to help you quickly and easily close the transaction.
Location
Details
Home
Lot size
0.2076 acres
Year built
1954
Type
Single Family Residence

Source: MRED #12123294

Loan
Remaining term
24 years, 10 months
Rate
4%
Monthly P&I
$421
Remaining loan balance
$79,527

Source: Public records

How it works

Assuming a mortgage can seem complex and unfamiliar. We simplify the process by providing white-glove support and expertise at every step.

Tour

Whether you have an agent or you’re just starting your search, reach out to us and we’ll help set up a home tour.

Offer

Roam works with you, your agent, and the listing agent to prepare a mortgage assumption agreement and finalize all details.

Close

Roam coordinates all parts of the transaction and keeps all parties up to date to provide a seamless 45-day close.

Who can qualify

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is Roam?

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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.

What is an assumable mortgage?

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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.

Why is an assumable mortgage valuable?

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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.

How can you find assumable mortgage listings?

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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 “Get Notified” 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.

How do I qualify for an assumable mortgage?

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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.

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Last updated: Nov 21, 2024 12:18 pm
Listing agent: Alexander Fenske (708) 508-2539
Listing provided courtesy of: Keller Williams Preferred Rlty (708) 798-1111
Details provided by MRED and may not match the public record.
MLS ID: #12123294
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Nov 21 2024 - 12:42. 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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Disclaimers
1 Roam connects buyers and sellers to homes with assumable mortgages via a concierge service. Roam does not offer or engage in mortgage lending activity.
2 30 day guarantee is subject to credit approval by your loan servicer.
3 The assumable interest rate shown for this assumable mortgage is an estimate using the average of interest rates in this home's area at the time of the last sale. The actual assumable interest rate may differ. Estimated payments do not include taxes and insurance premiums. Actual payments will be greater with taxes and insurance included. Roam connects buyers and sellers to home with assumable mortgages via a concierge service. Roam does not offer mortgage loans, extend credit, make credit determinations, or otherwise engage in mortgage lending or brokering activities. The lender makes all credit and qualification decisions with buyers. Any determination to extend credit to a buyer is a decision by the lender, and not by Roam.
4 The lender makes all credit and qualification decisions with buyers. Any choice to extend credit to a buyer is a decision by the lender, and not by Roam.
Interest rate 3
4%
With Roam
7%
The seller’s mortgage rate at the time the loan was originated.
Monthly payment 3
$421
With Roam
$563
Reduce your monthly payments by $142 when you assume this mortgage.
You also save $42,336 in total interest paid.
$82,472
Edit

You may be able to put down less than the total down payment amount of $82,472 and have the rest of the funds financed with a 2nd mortgage from a lender. 4

Interest rate and monthly payment estimated based on public records.

$421/mo
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