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$2,295,000

For Sale - Active
179 Beach Bluff Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907
6 Beds
7 Baths
5,994 Square Feet
0.92 Acres Lot
Built in 1900
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 18 hours ago
Updated: Sep 01, 2025 at 06:30PM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$7,669
Cap Rate
1.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-17.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.29
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-12.9%

Property Description


0.92 Acres Lot
Built in 1900
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Opportunity to own an iconic home just steps from one of the North Shore’s top beaches. This grand Victorian sits on a beautifully landscaped 1-acre lot with ocean views from almost every room. Enjoy an incredible pool house, hot tub, outdoor shower, and attached 2-car garage. Timeless architectural detail meets modern comfort, 10' ceilings, rich hardwoods, and 6 fireplaces. A gracious foyer opens to the formal living room with ocean views and access to the wraparound porch. The main level also includes a dining room, sunny family room and eat-in chef’s kitchen. A few steps up, a private bedroom with full bath sits in its own quiet quarters. The expansive primary suite w/ a fireplace, covered porch with breathtaking views, phenomenal walk-in closet, and spa-like bath. The 2nd floor includes an ensuite bedroom, additional bath, and a stunning home office. The 3rd fl. has 3 more beds w/ ocean views and a bath. The walk-out lower level offers flexible finished space and spacious mudroom.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Details: Paved, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Off Street, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 12

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 6

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 4
  • # of Baths (Partial): 3
  • # of Baths (Total): 7.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 15
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Interior Entry
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Slate
  • Pool: Yes

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: SWAMM:0031B:0038L:0
  • Lot Size: 40019 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Victorian
  • Year Built: 1900

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $21,308

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Essex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$7,669
Cap Rate
1.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-17.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.29
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-12.9%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$2,295,000
Amount financed:
-$1,836,000
Down payment:
$459,000
Closing costs:
$68,850
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$527,850
Square feet:
5,994
Cost per square foot:
$383
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.20

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,836,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$10,861
Property tax:
$1,776
Insurance:
$504
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$13,141

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$7,200 $86,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$432 -$5,184
Operating income:
$6,768 $81,216

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (25%)
25%-$1,776-$21,308
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$504-$6,048
Property management: (8%)
8%-$576-$6,912
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$360-$4,320
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$360-$4,320
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (50%)
50%-$3,576-$42,908

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$3,192 $38,304
Mortgage payments:
-$10,861 -$130,332
Cash flow:
-$7,669 -$92,028