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$85,000

Under Contract
1707 W 3rd St, Dixon, IL 61021
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,016 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1926
Under Contract
Units n/a
Checked: 15 hours ago
Updated: Sep 07, 2025 at 10:08AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
$195
Cap Rate
8.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
12.0%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.49
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
15.7%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1926
Under Contract
Units n/a

This bungalow has all the original character plus additional possibilities with the unfinished walk-up attic. Main floor offers 2 bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, family room and full bath. 1 car garage detached. Property was built prior to 1978 and lead-based paint potentially exists. Seller does not pay customary closing costs: including title policy, escrow fees, survey or transfer fees. Proof of funds required on cash transactions; Lender Pre-Approval letter for financed offers (dated within last 30 days). This property may qualify for Seller Financing (Vendee). Owner is the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Details: On Site, Detached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 1

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood
  • Roof Material: Asphalt

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential (Assumed)

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 070806403011
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1926

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $1,947

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: None

Location

  • County: Lee

Listing Details


Listed by:
Aubra Palermo
RE/MAX Property Source
(815) 297-1778

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12387994
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
$195
Cap Rate
8.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
12.0%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.49
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
15.7%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$85,000
Amount financed:
-$68,000
Down payment:
$17,000
Closing costs:
$2,550
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$19,550
Square feet:
1,016
Cost per square foot:
$84
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.08

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$68,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$402
Property tax:
$162
Insurance:
$77
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$641

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$1,100 $13,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$66 -$792
Operating income:
$1,034 $12,408

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (15%)
15%-$162-$1,947
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$77-$924
Property management: (8%)
8%-$88-$1,056
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$55-$660
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$55-$660
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (40%)
40%-$437-$5,247

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$597 $7,164
Mortgage payments:
-$402 -$4,824
Cash flow:
$195 $2,340