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$199,900

For Sale - Active
1516 Carter Rd, Decatur, GA 30032
4 Beds
0 Baths
1,395 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1947
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 1 day ago
Updated: Jun 12, 2025 at 03:56AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$350
Cap Rate
4.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-9.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.66
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-4.9%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1947
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Charming Ranch-Style Home in Columbia Acres, Decatur Co Ideal for First-Time Buyers or Investors! Discover the potential of this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch-style home nestled in the serene Columbia Acres neighborhood of Decatur. With its classic layout and inviting features, this property is a canvas ready for your personal touch. This home offers a spacious living room with gleaming hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings. Step out onto the rear deck, an ideal spot for morning coffee or weekend barbecues. The unfinished basement provides ample space for customizationCowhether you're envisioning a home gym, office, or additional living area or a additional storage space. Enjoy the freedom of homeownership with no HOA restrictions, giving you flexibility to personalize and upgrade as you wish. While the home does need some TLC, its solid structure and prime location make it an outstanding investment opportunity with lots of potential for future appreciation. Located in the heart of Decatur, Columbia Acres offers convenient access to a variety of attractions and shopping destinations. Spend weekends exploring downtown DecaturCOs boutiques and restaurants, discover treasures at Kudzu Antiques, or shop fresh produce at Your DeKalb Farmers Market. For outdoor enthusiasts, nearby green spaces like Woodlands Garden and the Georgia Perimeter College Botanical Garden offer peaceful retreats. Entertainment options are abundant, with AMC North DeKalb 16 close by and a variety of local events and festivals happening year-round. Don't miss the chance to make this charming property your own. Whether youCOre a first-time buyer looking to create your dream home or an investor seeking a promising project, this home is full of possibilities! Offers must be submitted through Propoffers website. No blind offers, Sold AS-IS, NO SDS, - Subject to seller addendum - For financed offers EMD to be 1% or $1000 whichever is greater. - All offers are subject to OFAC clearance Sold AS-IS, NO SDS, NO blind offers, please email listing broker for LBP Exhibit.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Parking Pad
  • Details: Parking Pad
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 0.0

Interior Features

  • # of Stories: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood
  • Roof Material: Composition

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 1520109038
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1947

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $5,159

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: De Kalb

Listing Details


Listed by:
Elena A. Gist
Keller Williams Realty Buckhead
(404) 604-3800

Source:
Georgia MLS
MLS#: 10515565
Georgia MLS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$350
Cap Rate
4.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-9.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.66
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-4.9%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$199,900
Amount financed:
-$159,920
Down payment:
$39,980
Closing costs:
$5,997
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$45,977
Square feet:
1,395
Cost per square foot:
$143
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.15

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$159,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.625%
Principal & interest:
$1,024
Property tax:
$430
Insurance:
$112
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$1,566

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$1,600 $19,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$96 -$1,152
Operating income:
$1,504 $18,048

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (27%)
27%-$430-$5,159
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$112-$1,344
Property management: (8%)
8%-$128-$1,536
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$80-$960
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$80-$960
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (52%)
52%-$830-$9,959

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$674 $8,088
Mortgage payments:
-$1,024 -$12,288
Cash flow:
$350 $4,200