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$149,900

For Sale - Active
1521 Bessemer Rd, Birmingham, AL 35208
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,882 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1926
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 4 minutes ago
Updated: Aug 31, 2025 at 10:17AM

Investment Summary


Potential Missing Expenses

We noticed that property taxes are missing—this is a standard expense and should be considered in your estimate.

Monthly Cash Flow
$395
Cap Rate
8.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
13.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.56
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
17.4%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1926
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Discover an exceptional investment opportunity with this 3BR/1BA house spanning 1,882 square feet. This multi-tenant rental property presents a strategic addition to any investment portfolio, offering immediate income potential. The thoughtfully designed layout maximizes space efficiency while providing comfortable living arrangements for tenants. Each of the three bedrooms offers ample space. The generous square footage allows for optimal tenant satisfaction and competitive rental rates. This property's multi-tenant structure provides diversified income streams, reducing vacancy risk while maximizing return on investment. The solid construction and functional floor plan ensure low maintenance costs and high tenant retention. Perfect for seasoned investors seeking steady cash flow or newcomers looking to enter the rental market with confidence.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Partial): 0
  • # of Baths (Total): 1.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Roof Type: Gable or Hip

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 2900074015003.000
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: 1-Story
  • Year Built: 1926

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $0

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Jefferson

Listing Details


Listed by:
Trey Sippial
River Region Realty Group LLC
(334) 538-3288

Source:
Greater Alabama MLS
MLS#: 21428629
Greater Alabama MLS

Investment Summary


Potential Missing Expenses

We noticed that property taxes are missing—this is a standard expense and should be considered in your estimate.

Monthly Cash Flow
$395
Cap Rate
8.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
13.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.56
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
17.4%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$149,900
Amount financed:
-$119,920
Down payment:
$29,980
Closing costs:
$4,497
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$34,477
Square feet:
1,882
Cost per square foot:
$80
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.85

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$119,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$709
Property tax:
$0
Insurance:
$112
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$821

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: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
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: (25%)
25%-$400-$4,800

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,104 $13,248
Mortgage payments:
-$709 -$8,508
Cash flow:
$395 $4,740