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$9,988,000

For Sale - Active
1932 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
6 Beds
6 Baths
5,310 Square Feet
0.23 Acres Lot
Built in 2008
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 8 hours ago
Updated: Aug 28, 2025 at 10:12AM

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
-$42,570
Cap Rate
1.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-22.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.16
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-17.5%

Property Description


0.23 Acres Lot
Built in 2008
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Gorgeous 6-bed, 6-bath Old Palo Alto estate on nearly -acre. Warm, luxurious interiors of over 5,300 sf with hardwood floors, granite counters, carved fireplaces, and Travertine tile. Private courtyard leads to arched entryway. Large living room/dining room, chef's kitchen w/Bertazzoni range, family room. Lower level includes flexible-use space w/kitchenette, as well as a theater room. All 6 bedrooms are en suite, with 3 upstairs, 2 on the lower level, and 1 on the main level that may double as an office. Lavish primary suite opens to private sun terrace and features spa-like bathroom with fireplace, jetted tub, and shower. Lush, manicured grounds w/large lawn, patio, and built-in grill. Air conditioning, 2 laundry areas, 2-car garage w/extended driveway. Minutes from California Avenue, bike paths, Caltrain, and Stanford University. Walter Hays Elementary, Greene Middle, and Palo Alto High all within less than a mile (buyer to verify eligibility). Palo Alto living at its finest.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Gated, Guest
  • Details: Attached, Off Street, Enclosed, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 6

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 6
  • # of Baths (Total): 6.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 11
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Slab

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 1241808701
  • Lot Size: 10000 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Mediterranean
  • Year Built: 2008

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $0

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Santa Clara

Listing Details


Listed by:
Deleon Realty
(650) 543-8500

Source:
bridgeMLS
MLS#: ML82003737
bridgeMLS

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
-$42,570
Cap Rate
1.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-22.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.16
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-17.5%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$9,988,000
Amount financed:
-$7,990,400
Down payment:
$1,997,600
Closing costs:
$299,640
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$2,297,240
Square feet:
5,310
Cost per square foot:
$1,881
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.17

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$7,990,400
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.500%
Principal & interest:
$50,505
Property tax:
$0
Insurance:
$805
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$51,310

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$11,500 $138,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$690 -$8,280
Operating income:
$10,810 $129,720

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$805-$9,660
Property management: (8%)
8%-$920-$11,040
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$575-$6,900
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$575-$6,900
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (25%)
25%-$2,875-$34,500

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$7,935 $95,220
Mortgage payments:
-$50,505 -$606,060
Cash flow:
$42,570 $510,840