27100 Barkes
Tehachapi, CA, 93561
$499,000
Original list price: $530,000
MLS: OC26171729
Beds
3
Baths
3
Sq Ft
1,724
Lot
2.01 ac
Year Built
1995
MLS #
OC26171729
Days on Market
85
Listed
Aug 6, 2026
Description
PRICE REDUCTION! Welcome to this peaceful 2,054 sq. ft. home nestled in the quiet mountain community of Bear Valley Springs. Enjoy beautiful views, four-season living, an inviting front porch, elegant double front doors, and a fully fenced yard. Inside, you'll find spacious bedrooms and bathrooms plus thoughtful updates, including a newer roof (2021), new HVAC (approximately 6 months old), LVT flooring, and a whole-house water filtration system (2023). FINANCING OPPORTUNITY: Seller has an assumable mortgage at 6.125%. With rates around 7.5%, a qualified buyer may have the opportunity for significant savings by assuming the existing loan, subject to lender approval and loan terms. SQUARE FOOTAGE: County records show 1,724 sq. ft.; however, a 2023 appraisal measured the home at 2,054 sq. ft. Buyer to verify all square footage and property information. Don't miss this opportunity to own a beautifully updated mountain home with potential financing savings! Call today for your private showing!
Location
Tehachapi, Kern County, CA 93561
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Ashish Gupta · Side, Inc
Listing information is provided courtesy of the Greater Antelope Valley Association of Realtors (GAVAR) and California Regional MLS (CRMLS). Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or by Mike Watson. All data, including square footage, lot size, room count, permits, and school assignment, should be independently verified. Properties shown may be listed by brokerages other than Keller Williams Realty. Listings are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal without notice.
Payment estimate
$4,147
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI + HOA. Down payment: $49,900 · Loan: $449,100
Average 30-yr fixed rate 7.24% as of Oct 29, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $3,061
- Property tax (1%)
- $416
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $187
- HOA dues
- $183
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Today's Rates
As of Oct 29, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 7.24%
- 15-year fixed
- 6.60%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
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About the Antelope Valley
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Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Tehachapi home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $17,465 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 93561 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 Tehachapi. Check your household income eligibility at eligibility.sc.egov.usda.gov.
Assumable Loan — Lock In a Below-Market Rate＋
This Tehachapi property has an assumable mortgage, meaning a qualified buyer can take over the existing loan at its current interest rate — potentially far below today's market rates. Assumable financing can dramatically reduce your monthly payment and total interest cost over the life of the loan compared to qualifying for a new mortgage at prevailing rates. This is a rare and significant financial advantage; ask your agent for the current loan details.
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