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$399,900

Under Contract
131 E Chestnut St, Lancaster, OH 43130
4 Beds
2 Baths
4,284 Square Feet
0.08 Acres Lot
Built in 1900
Under Contract
Units n/a
Checked: 17 hours ago
Updated: Oct 16, 2025 at 10:05AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
$256
Cap Rate
6.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
3.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.14
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
7.2%

Property Description


0.08 Acres Lot
Built in 1900
Under Contract
Units n/a

Find your sanctuary in this one-of-a-kind home! Originally build in 1851 as Emmanuel Lutheran Church, later known as the B'Nai Israel synagogue, and is currently a converted private residence. This versatile open-concept design offers 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a large kitchen with a walk-in pantry, a generous recreation room complete with pool table. This historical property blends preserved architectural elements with modern living features including gothic stained-glass windows throughout, arched church doors, soaring vaulted ceilings, original hardwoods, and a bell tower. Perfect for artists, musicians, or continue as Airbnb revenue. Minutes from downtown's vibrant art galleries and museums, coffee shops and restaurants. If you're looking for a property with profound history, architectural beauty, and endless creative potential, make your appointment today!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: 2 Off Street, On Street
  • Details: On Street, No Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 9
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Attic: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Foundation: Stone

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 05350493.00
  • Lot Size: 3484 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1900

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $2,375

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)

Location

  • County: Fairfield

Listing Details


Listed by:
Jenifer M Campbell
Howard Hanna Real Estate Servc
(740) 407-4343

Source:
Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS
MLS#: 225026079
Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
$256
Cap Rate
6.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
3.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.14
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
7.2%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$399,900
Amount financed:
-$319,920
Down payment:
$79,980
Closing costs:
$11,997
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$91,977
Square feet:
4,284
Cost per square foot:
$93
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.79

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$319,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,892
Property tax:
$198
Insurance:
$238
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,328

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,400 $40,800
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$204 -$2,448
Operating income:
$3,196 $38,352

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (6%)
6%-$198-$2,375
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$238-$2,856
Property management: (8%)
8%-$272-$3,264
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$170-$2,040
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$170-$2,040
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (31%)
31%-$1,048-$12,575

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,148 $25,776
Mortgage payments:
-$1,892 -$22,704
Cash flow:
$256 $3,072