Assumable Mortgage Homes for Sale in Des Moines, Iowa (IA)
Search active homes in Des Moines, IA with low-rate assumable FHA, VA, and USDA loans (2.25%–4.25%). Use our interactive equity gap and 2nd-loan calculator to slide your down payment, estimate local property taxes (Des Moines Area · 1.52%/yr), and get quotes from lenders serving Des Moines.
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Which loans are assumable in Des Moines, IA?
All government-insured FHA, VA, and USDA residential mortgages in Des Moinesare assumable under federal guidelines, allowing a qualified buyer to take over the seller's interest rate and remaining loan balance.
How do Des Moines buyers finance the equity gap?
If a home in Des Moines is listed at $475,000 with a $315,000 assumable balance, the equity gap is $160,000. You can either bring cash or pair the 1st mortgage with a 2nd-position loan from participating Des Moines lenders so you only bring 5%–10% down.