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$157,000

For Sale - Active
149 Fairfax Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15221
3 Beds
1 Bath
0 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1949
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 12 hours ago
Updated: Oct 25, 2025 at 10:02AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
$186
Cap Rate
7.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
6.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.25
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
10.0%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1949
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Move in ready and ready to enjoy. This home has newly installed central AC and roof along with a complete wall anchor system encompassing the home and driveway to ensure stability for years to come. Featuring a unique reverse floor plan with large picture windows in both the living and Dining rooms that flood the space with natural light and afford a tranquil view of the mature trees that Forest Hills is known for. The lower level family room has walk out access to the concrete patio and the extra large fenced yard. The second floor is home to 3 bedrooms and a beautifully updated bathroom with egress to a second patio. The location allows for easy access to the parkway for a quick commute to Downtown Pittsburgh for work, hospitals or pleasure.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: BuiltIn, GarageDoorOpener
  • Details: Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 1.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 7
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Roof Material: Asphalt

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 300C18
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Two Story
  • Year Built: 1949

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $3,758

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Allegheny

Listing Details


Listed by:
Tara Kite
HOWARD HANNA WILSON BAUM REAL ESTATE
(412) 751-2200

Source:
West Penn MultiList
MLS#: 1700216
West Penn MultiList

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
$186
Cap Rate
7.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
6.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.25
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
10.0%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$157,000
Amount financed:
-$125,600
Down payment:
$31,400
Closing costs:
$4,710
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$36,110
Square feet:
0
Cost per square foot:
n/a
Monthly rent per square foot:
n/a

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$125,600
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$743
Property tax:
$313
Insurance:
$126
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$1,182

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$1,800 $21,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$108 -$1,296
Operating income:
$1,692 $20,304

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (17%)
17%-$313-$3,758
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$126-$1,512
Property management: (8%)
8%-$144-$1,728
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$90-$1,080
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$90-$1,080
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (42%)
42%-$763-$9,158

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$929 $11,148
Mortgage payments:
-$743 -$8,916
Cash flow:
$186 $2,232