$140,900
Original list price: $181,000
MLS: SR26040352
Beds
4
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,312
Lot
0.29 ac
Year Built
1957
MLS #
SR26040352
Days on Market
107
Listed
Feb 23, 2026
Description
Opportunity awaits at 12401 El Mirage St, Boron, CA. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers approximately 1,312 square feet of living space on a generous approximately 12,000 square foot lot, providing room to reimagine and make it your own. The layout includes a kitchen that is open to the dining area, creating a connected space for everyday living and gatherings, along with a nicely sized living room that adds to the overall functionality of the home. With four bedrooms and two bathrooms, the floor plan offers flexibility for a variety of living arrangements and the opportunity to add your personal touches. The spacious backyard offers ample outdoor space with possibilities for gardening, recreation, or future improvements. In addition to parking in front of the property, there is also parking available on the side next to the garage area, offering added convenience. With its lot size and potential, this property presents an opportunity to customize and create a space tailored to your needs.
Location
Boron, Kern County, CA 93516
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Andrea Castaneda · Re/Max All-Pro
Payment estimate
$1,303
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $14,090 · Loan: $126,810
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.52% as of Jun 11, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $803
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $147
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $53
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Today's Rates
As of Jun 11, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.52%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.84%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
About the area · Mike Watson
Edwards AFB Area, CA in context
PCSing to Edwards AFB? The closest residential ZIPs are North Edwards (93523) and Boron (93516), with Rosamond, California City, Lancaster, and Palmdale all within commute range. Most active-duty families weigh the trade-off between living close to base (smaller selection, shorter drive) and commuting from the AV (more inventory, better schools, longer drive). Mike Watson has worked with dozens of PCS buyers and sellers — he’s familiar with BAH limits, VA financing quirks, and tight orders timelines. If you are evaluating homes in Boron, Mike Watson lives and works the Edwards AFB Area market every day. He pairs this listing with a free market analysis for your specific street, an honest read on the financing options that fit (FHA, VA, USDA, CalHFA, conventional, and assumable when the loan supports it), and a side-by-side compare against the rest of the active inventory in the area.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down+
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Boron home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $4,932 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
USDA Rural Development — 100% Financing+
ZIP code 93516 qualifies for USDA Rural Development financing — 100% financing with no down payment for income-eligible buyers. USDA loans offer below-market interest rates and reduced mortgage insurance premiums, making this one of the most affordable paths to homeownership in Boron. Check your household income eligibility at eligibility.sc.egov.usda.gov.
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