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714 Elmwood Dr, Carpentersville, IL 60110

4 beds · 4 baths · 1,924 sqft

Motivated Seller! Priced to Sell! All reasonable offers will be considered. Visit this lovely tri-level home on 0.311 acres has 4 bedrooms with 3 full baths and one-half bath, a 2-car garage and lots of space. It's located in the private neighborhood of Lakewood Estates with towering trees and larger lots. Country-feel yet near everything! The chef's delight kitchen has lots of kitchen cabinets with roll out shelves, an eat-in table area and newer stainless-steel appliances. The office on the main floor can be converted into a 5th bedroom. The living/dining room combo is perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Oak parquet flooring and wooden plank flooring in most other rooms. Enjoy the inviting front porch and private fenced backyard with 24x11 deck. Enter the lower level for a generous family room with wood-burning fireplace where you can watch TV, play games and more. 2017 Roof & Siding. Furnace 2015. Good transportation to expressways, shopping, schools, amenities and other activities.

Estimated
Seller's interest rate
3.5%
7%
Estimated
Monthly payment

$1,797
$2,047
You may also save up to $51,931 in total interest paid.

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Why Roam


Gap financing to lower your down payment

Unlock down payments as low as 5% – only with Roam

5x the likelihood your offer is accepted

If a purchase takes longer than 45 days, we’ll cover the seller’s mortgage until you close

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We close 2x faster because of our deep experience and lender relationships

Rates and payments are estimates based on public records.

Financials
Seller’s estimated current equity is SIGNIN
To assume this mortgage you must cover the seller’s equity by using your cash or by combining your cash with gap financing.
Estimated $2,047 monthly payment

Financed
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Loan details
Loan type
FHA
Rate
3.5%
Remaining term
17 yrs and 4 mos
Remaining balance

Source: Public records

Monthly payment

All values shown are estimated costs / mo.

Total
$1,797
Principal & interest
$846
Mortgage insurance
$133
Property taxes
$591
Home insurance
$225
HOA fees
-
Utilities
Not included

Source: Public records

Home details
Size
1,924 sqft
Lot size
0.311 acres
Year built
1966
Type
Single Family Residence
HOA dues
$0.00

Source: MRED #12321390

Qualify

To qualify, you must meet the current FHA or VA 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%. 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.

FHA (Federal Housing Administration) loans

FHA loans require the buyer to assume the mortgage as a primary residence.

VA (Veteran's Affairs) loans

You don't have to be a veteran to assume a VA loan. However, not all veterans are willing to let a non veteran assume their mortgage. Roam confirms the seller's willingness prior to you making an offer.

Investors

You may be able to assume a VA mortgage as an investor without it being your primary residence.

Resources
Frequently asked questions

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.

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.

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 620, 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: Apr 22, 2025 08:54 am
Listing agent: Jean Steffens (847) 707-3940
Listing provided courtesy of: RE/MAX Plaza (815) 338-4455
Details provided by MRED and may not match the public record.
MLS ID: #12321390
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Apr 22 2025 - 16:25. 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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