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$244,000

For Sale - Active
1215 Esther St, Kemah, TX 77565
3 Beds
0 Baths
1,346 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1965
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 16 hours ago
Updated: Jun 28, 2025 at 03:29AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$27
Cap Rate
6.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-0.6%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.98
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
3.4%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1965
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Welcome to Laguna Vista Estates—where coastal charm meets modern convenience! Nestled near the vibrant Kemah Boardwalk and Clear Lake Shores, this beautiful home offers the ultimate lifestyle just minutes from shopping, boating, and dining at top-rated restaurants. Take advantage of brand-new concrete trails with golf cart access, making trips to the Kemah Boardwalk a breeze. Zoned to the highly acclaimed Clear Creek ISD, this property is perfect as your forever home or an Airbnb, thanks to its lack of restrictions and low tax rate. The outdoor spaces are a dream: unwind on the stunning deck, entertain in the expansive backyard, or relax on the cozy covered patio. A spacious shed provides plenty of storage for your hobbies or outdoor gear. Plus, all homes in this subdivision qualify for the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, offering potential elevation grants for added peace of mind. Recent updates include the A/C and Roof replaced in 2024, and water heater in 2021.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Attached, Garage
  • Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 0.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick Veneer
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof Material: Composition

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 448000000012000
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1965

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $3,311

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Location

  • County: Galveston

Listing Details


Listed by:
Rene Sorola
Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
(832) 588-5842

Source:
Houston Association of REALTORS
MLS#: 20480694
Houston Association of REALTORS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$27
Cap Rate
6.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-0.6%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.98
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
3.4%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$244,000
Amount financed:
-$195,200
Down payment:
$48,800
Closing costs:
$7,320
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$56,120
Square feet:
1,346
Cost per square foot:
$181
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.63

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$195,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.770%
Principal & interest:
$1,269
Property tax:
$276
Insurance:
$154
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$1,699

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,200 $26,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$132 -$1,584
Operating income:
$2,068 $24,816

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (13%)
13%-$276-$3,311
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$154-$1,848
Property management: (8%)
8%-$176-$2,112
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$110-$1,320
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$110-$1,320
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (38%)
38%-$826-$9,911

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,242 $14,904
Mortgage payments:
-$1,269 -$15,228
Cash flow:
$27 $324