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$325,000

For Sale - Active
162 Elm St, New Bedford, MA 02740
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,058 Square Feet
0.10 Acres Lot
Built in 1855
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 13 hours ago
Updated: Aug 31, 2025 at 06:31PM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
$308
Cap Rate
6.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
4.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.20
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
8.8%

Property Description


0.10 Acres Lot
Built in 1855
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Own a piece of New Bedford history at 162 Elm Street—built in 1855 and one of the three oldest homes still standing on Elm St. This 2,182 sq ft, 4-bed, 2-bath cottage-style home features a gable roof, a curved front staircase, a second back staircase to the kitchen, and original details including a fireplace. Zoned MUB, it offers flexible residential or business use. Located in the downtown area just blocks from City Hall, courthouses, the Registry of Deeds, public library, Whaling Museum, and Waterfront. Close access to public transit, commuter rail, and highways. The home needs updating and restoration but offers incredible potential. It’s the largest single-family home < / = 325K currently for sale in the city.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Details: Off Street, Unpaved
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 9
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

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

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: NEWBM:0052L:0304
  • Lot Size: 4487 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Cottage
  • Year Built: 1855

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $4,344

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None

Location

  • County: Bristol

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
$308
Cap Rate
6.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
4.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.20
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
8.8%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$325,000
Amount financed:
-$260,000
Down payment:
$65,000
Closing costs:
$9,750
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$74,750
Square feet:
2,058
Cost per square foot:
$158
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.55

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$260,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,538
Property tax:
$362
Insurance:
$224
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,124

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,200 $38,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$192 -$2,304
Operating income:
$3,008 $36,096

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (11%)
11%-$362-$4,344
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$224-$2,688
Property management: (8%)
8%-$256-$3,072
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$160-$1,920
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$160-$1,920
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (36%)
36%-$1,162-$13,944

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,846 $22,152
Mortgage payments:
-$1,538 -$18,456
Cash flow:
$308 $3,696