We Analyzed 1,638 Assumable Mortgages in Colorado: Here's What the Data Shows
Colorado currently has 1,638 active assumable mortgage listings — homes where a buyer can take over the seller's existing loan at rates as low as 2.0%, while the current market sits near 6.65%. That rate gap translates to monthly savings of $800 to $1,200+ for the average buyer, and our analysis of the full Colorado inventory shows exactly where those deals are concentrated, what rates are actually available, and which price ranges offer the most opportunity.
Here's what you need to know:
The Full Picture: 1,638 Active Assumable Listings in Colorado
As of June 2026, the assumableguy.com database tracks 1,638 active assumable mortgage listings across Colorado — homes with FHA, VA, or USDA loans that any qualifying buyer can assume. This number fluctuates daily as new listings come on and existing ones sell, but the inventory has grown steadily over the past 18 months as more sellers with 2020–2022 vintage loans enter the market.
For context: at current 6.65% rates, a $450,000 home costs approximately $2,930/month (principal + interest). The same home with a 3.0% assumable rate runs approximately $1,897/month — a difference of $1,033 per month, or $12,396 per year.
That's not a marginal benefit. That's a fundamentally different financial outcome.
Geographic Distribution: Where Assumable Homes Are Concentrated
Assumable inventory in Colorado isn't distributed evenly. It clusters wherever government-backed loans (VA and FHA) are most common — which means military communities and areas with strong first-time buyer activity.
| Market | Approximate Active Listings | Primary Loan Type | |--------|---------------------------|-------------------| | Colorado Springs metro | 480–520 | VA (Fort Carson, Peterson, Schriever) | | Denver metro (Aurora, Lakewood, Westminster, Thornton, Centennial) | 350–400 | FHA + VA | | Fort Collins / Northern Front Range | 150–180 | FHA | | Pueblo | 80–100 | FHA + VA | | Boulder / Broomfield | 90–110 | FHA | | Castle Rock / Parker | 70–90 | VA + FHA | | Monument / Black Forest | 60–75 | VA (Fort Carson proximity) | | Highlands Ranch / Lone Tree | 55–70 | FHA | | Pueblo / Southern Colorado | 60–80 | FHA + VA | | Mountain communities and other markets | 100–130 | Mixed |
The Colorado Springs cluster is the largest by a significant margin. Fort Carson — one of the largest Army installations in the country — plus Peterson Space Force Base and Schriever SFB create a high concentration of VA loans in El Paso County. When military families PCS (permanent change of station), they leave behind homes with VA loans that buyers can assume. Peak season for this inventory is June through August, when PCS orders execute.
Rate Distribution: What Rates Are Actually Available
Not all assumable loans are created equal. The rate you can assume depends on when the original loan was originated. Here's the distribution across our Colorado inventory:
| Rate Range | Share of Inventory | Loan Vintage | |------------|--------------------|--------------| | Under 2.5% | ~12% | 2020–2021 refinance boom | | 2.5% – 3.0% | ~22% | 2020–2021 purchase/refi | | 3.0% – 3.5% | ~28% | 2020–2022 | | 3.5% – 4.0% | ~21% | 2019–2022 | | 4.0% – 4.5% | ~11% | 2018–2019 | | Above 4.5% | ~6% | Older originations |
The most common rate bucket is 3.0%–3.5%, covering about 28% of inventory. Combined with the 2.5%–3.0% bucket, roughly half of all Colorado assumable listings are available at rates below 3.5% — more than 3 full percentage points below current market rates.
Even the "less attractive" bucket above 4.5% still offers meaningful savings over today's 6.65%+ environment.
Price Range Analysis: Where the Sweet Spot Is
The Colorado Springs metro's assumable inventory skews toward the $350,000–$550,000 range — the core VA loan price range for military buyers who purchased before 2023. Denver metro inventory runs higher, with more listings in the $450,000–$700,000 range reflecting Denver's higher median home prices.
| Price Range | Share of Statewide Inventory | Best Markets | |-------------|------------------------------|--------------| | Under $300,000 | ~8% | Pueblo, rural Southern CO | | $300,000 – $400,000 | ~22% | Colorado Springs, Pueblo | | $400,000 – $500,000 | ~31% | Colorado Springs, Northern CO | | $500,000 – $650,000 | ~23% | Denver metro, Colorado Springs | | $650,000 – $800,000 | ~11% | Denver metro, Boulder | | Over $800,000 | ~5% | Boulder, mountain communities |
The $400,000–$500,000 range offers the most inventory with the strongest savings potential. A $450,000 purchase at 3.0% vs. 6.65% saves $1,033/month — $12,396/year — and $310,000+ over the life of the loan.
The equity gap — the difference between the home's value and the existing loan balance — varies by price range. On a $450,000 home with a $320,000 remaining balance, the buyer needs to cover a $130,000 gap with cash, a gift, a HELOC, or a gap loan/second mortgage. Understanding the equity gap is the single most important concept for buyers pursuing assumptions.
Loan Type Breakdown: VA, FHA, and USDA
Every FHA and VA loan is eligible for assumption — it's written into their loan documents. Every. Single. One. Here's how Colorado's inventory breaks down by loan type:
| Loan Type | Share of Inventory | Who Can Assume | |-----------|-------------------|----------------| | VA | ~58% | Anyone who qualifies — veterans AND non-veterans | | FHA | ~38% | Anyone who qualifies | | USDA | ~4% | Anyone who qualifies; rural properties only |
VA loans dominate Colorado's inventory, driven by the state's large military population. This is good news for buyers: VA loans are fully assumable, and you don't need to be a veteran to assume one. The assumption process follows the same qualifying criteria as any mortgage — income, credit, debt-to-income ratio — but the rate and balance transfer into the buyer's name at closing.
One nuance: if a non-veteran assumes a VA loan, the original seller's VA entitlement remains tied to the property until the assumed loan is paid off. Sellers transferring to another veteran can substitute entitlements, freeing up the seller's entitlement for their next purchase.
For FHA loan assumptions, the process runs through HUD-approved servicers. FHA assumptions typically complete in 45–90 days — faster than new purchase timelines in many cases.
The Affordability Impact: What This Means for Colorado Buyers
Colorado Springs' Housing Opportunity Index — the share of homes affordable to median-income buyers — has fallen to 25.3%, down from 71.4% four years ago. That's not a rounding error. Three-quarters of Colorado Springs homes that were affordable four years ago are no longer reachable at current interest rates.
Assumable mortgages partially reverse this. Using our canonical comparison:
| Scenario | Loan Amount | Rate | Monthly Payment (P+I) | |----------|-------------|------|----------------------| | Assumed rate | $500,000 | 3.25% | $2,176 | | Current market rate | $500,000 | 6.80% | $3,260 | | Monthly savings | | | $1,084 | | Annual savings | | | $13,008 | | 10-year savings | | | $130,080 | | Lifetime savings | | | $390,094 |
These numbers come from real loan math, not estimates. Run your own scenario at our assumable mortgage savings calculator.
Market Trends: Assumable Homes Are Selling at a Premium
A finding worth noting: Colorado homes with assumable mortgages are selling approximately 5% above market average for comparable properties. This premium reflects what informed buyers are willing to pay for the rate benefit — and confirms that assumability is already being priced into the market in Colorado.
This creates a slightly counterintuitive dynamic. The "best" assumable deal isn't always the one with the lowest rate — it's the one where the seller hasn't yet priced the rate advantage fully into their ask. Finding these opportunities requires market knowledge and fast execution, which is why working with an agent who specializes in assumable mortgages matters more than it might for a conventional purchase.
What This Data Means for Buyers
If you're buying a home in Colorado in 2026, here's the clear takeaway from this data:
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The inventory exists. 1,638 assumable homes is a real, functional market — not a novelty. Especially in Colorado Springs, you have genuine selection across price points and neighborhoods.
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The rate savings are real and large. A 3.0%–3.5% rate vs. 6.65% market rate translates to $800–$1,200/month on a typical Colorado home. That's meaningful affordability, not a rounding error.
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The equity gap is the main obstacle. Most buyers who fail to complete an assumption don't fail because of the rate or the process — they fail because they haven't planned for the equity gap. Know your gap before you make an offer.
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Colorado Springs is the epicenter. If your job or lifestyle is flexible, El Paso County has more per-square-mile assumable inventory than anywhere else in Colorado. The military base infrastructure makes it a permanent feature, not a temporary one.
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Timing matters. PCS season (June–August) brings new assumable inventory to market as military families relocate. Right now is one of the two best times per year to find fresh inventory.
You can browse all 1,638 active assumable listings directly at assumableguy.com/homes — filtered and searchable by price, location, and loan type.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many assumable mortgage homes are available in Colorado?
As of June 2026, there are approximately 1,638 active assumable mortgage listings tracked on assumableguy.com's Colorado database. This number fluctuates daily as homes list and sell, but the inventory has grown steadily as more sellers with 2020–2022 vintage loans enter the market.
What interest rates are available on assumable mortgages in Colorado?
Colorado's assumable inventory spans rates from under 2.5% to above 4.5%, with the largest cluster (about 28% of listings) in the 3.0%–3.5% range. Roughly half of all Colorado assumable listings are available at rates below 3.5% — more than 3 percentage points below current market rates near 6.65%.
Do you need to be a veteran to assume a VA loan in Colorado?
No. Non-veterans can assume VA loans in Colorado. The buyer must qualify financially — income, credit, and debt-to-income ratio — but military status is not required. The one consideration: if a non-veteran assumes the loan, the seller's VA entitlement remains tied to the property until the assumed loan is paid off.
What is the equity gap and how do buyers handle it?
The equity gap is the difference between the home's value and the remaining loan balance. On a $450,000 home with a $320,000 loan balance, the gap is $130,000. Buyers cover this with cash, a gift, a HELOC, or a second mortgage from a gap loan lender. The gap is the #1 obstacle for buyers pursuing assumptions — planning for it upfront is essential.
Which Colorado cities have the most assumable mortgage inventory?
Colorado Springs leads by a significant margin, with 480–520 active listings driven by Fort Carson, Peterson Space Force Base, and Schriever SFB. Denver metro (Aurora, Lakewood, Westminster, Thornton) follows with 350–400 listings. Fort Collins and Northern Colorado add another 150–180. The military-heavy nature of El Paso County makes Colorado Springs the permanent epicenter of Colorado's assumable mortgage market.