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$1,050,000

For Sale - Active
1070 Mercedes Ave Apt 2, Los Altos, CA 94022
2 Beds
2 Baths
960 Square Feet
0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1972
For Sale - Active
50 Units
Checked: 1 day ago
Updated: Aug 08, 2025 at 03:21AM

Investment Summary


Potential Missing Expenses

We noticed that property taxes are missing—this is a standard expense and should be considered in your estimate.

Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,314
Cap Rate
2.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-16.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.38
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-11.9%

Property Description


0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1972
For Sale - Active
50 Units

Welcome to this charming, turnkey pied-a-terre located on a park-like setting in a quaint Los Altos neighborhood. The open-concept kitchen is equipped with stylish amenities such as Jennaire and Bosch appliances, granite countertop, solid cherrywood cabinetry, side-by-side fridge, pullout pantry, double-oven with convection/microwave/conventional options and warming drawer. The dining bar provides a cafe-style space for mingling with guests, or one can create a more intimate dining experience in front of the fireplace. Typical Cali nights beckon you to your spacious fenced patio for alfresco entertaining.The primary bedroom suite features a walk-in closet, double-sink vanity with granite countertop, solid wood custom cabinetry. and designer fixtures throughout. Other amenities to enhance comfort include full-size W/D, double pane windows, landscaping drip system, designated storage closet and covered carport space, private parking area for extra vehicles. Eco friendly location for walking or biking to schools, shops, restaurants, parks, medical, Stanford University and all major tech companies. HOA fee covers gas, water, garbage, pool and common area amenities.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Guest
  • Details: Covered, Guest
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 5
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Pool: Yes

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $765/monthly
  • Additional Association: Mercedes Court Condominium Association

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Condominium Unit

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 16746002
  • Lot Size: 913 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1972

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $0

Utilities

  • Heating: Fireplace Insert, Baseboard, Electric, Natural Gas

Location

  • County: Santa Clara

Listing Details


Listed by:
Kathleen Yazalina
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
(650) 714-7547

Source:
bridgeMLS
MLS#: ML82009238
bridgeMLS

Investment Summary


Potential Missing Expenses

We noticed that property taxes are missing—this is a standard expense and should be considered in your estimate.

Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,314
Cap Rate
2.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-16.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.38
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-11.9%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,050,000
Amount financed:
-$840,000
Down payment:
$210,000
Closing costs:
$31,500
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$241,500
Square feet:
960
Cost per square foot:
$1,094
Monthly rent per square foot:
$4.17

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$840,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.500%
Principal & interest:
$5,309
Property tax:
$0
Insurance:
$280
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$5,589

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,000 $48,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$240 -$2,880
Operating income:
$3,760 $45,120

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$280-$3,360
Property management: (8%)
8%-$320-$3,840
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
HOA fees: (19%)
19%-$765-$9,180
Total operating expenses: (44%)
44%-$1,765-$21,180

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,995 $23,940
Mortgage payments:
-$5,309 -$63,708
Cash flow:
$3,314 $39,768