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$499,900

For Sale - Active
1236 Sailfish St, Bayou Vista, TX 77563
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,146 Square Feet
0.10 Acres Lot
Built in 1986
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 15 hours ago
Updated: Sep 20, 2025 at 10:21AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,170
Cap Rate
2.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-12.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.51
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.8%

Property Description


0.10 Acres Lot
Built in 1986
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

This East facing waterfront home in Bayou Vista offers 3 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, and 2,146 sq. ft. of true living space. The home features a boat house with a party deck & catwalk built in 2013. The roof was replaced in 2018, and the bulkhead was replaced in 2010. Recent upgrades include granite countertops in the kitchen and limestone in the bathrooms. The first level includes a large primary bedroom with a built-in desk, spacious en suite with double sinks, walk-in shower, his and her walk-in closets, and a laundry area. The second level has two large bedrooms with walk-in closets, & two other bonus rooms ideal for twin beds but not listed as bedrooms. A full bathroom with double sinks and a tub/shower combination serves this level. The ground level includes multiple storage areas with built-in shelves, a garage with front and back doors, & an entertainment area with a pool table. The boat house has a lift & a fishing dock. Furnishings negotiable & all appliances stay with the house.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 1

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 3.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 9
  • # of Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Siding (Alum/Vinyl)
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Composition

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 529400001236000
  • Lot Size: 4499 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1986

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $8,829

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling: Electric

Location

  • County: Galveston

Listing Details


Listed by:
Ryan Moody
RE/MAX Leading Edge
(409) 599-1818

Source:
Houston Association of REALTORS
MLS#: 49863506
Houston Association of REALTORS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,170
Cap Rate
2.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-12.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.51
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.8%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$499,900
Amount financed:
-$399,920
Down payment:
$99,980
Closing costs:
$14,997
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$114,977
Square feet:
2,146
Cost per square foot:
$233
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.30

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$399,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$2,366
Property tax:
$736
Insurance:
$196
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$3,298

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,800 $33,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$168 -$2,016
Operating income:
$2,632 $31,584

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (26%)
26%-$736-$8,829
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$196-$2,352
Property management: (8%)
8%-$224-$2,688
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$140-$1,680
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$140-$1,680
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (51%)
51%-$1,436-$17,229

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,196 $14,352
Mortgage payments:
-$2,366 -$28,392
Cash flow:
-$1,170 -$14,040