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$569,900

Sold
20 Central St Apt 405, Salem, MA 01970
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,387 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1980
Sold
Units n/a
Checked: 10 hours ago
Updated: Oct 11, 2025 at 10:14AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,499
Cap Rate
2.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.44
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.3%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1980
Sold
Units n/a

Welcome to this updated PH unit in the desirable Central Plaza complex located in the heart of downtown Salem. Unit is in close proximity to public trans., MBTA, shops, restaurants, Salem waterfront, inc. the ferry to Boston & all downtown Salem has to offer. Unit features 2 BR with ceiling fans, 2 fully renovated baths w/an open concept kitchen/LR & DR area. Kitchen has a large walk in pantry, granite counter tops and SS appliances. The LR/DR has hardwood floors, wood FP and sliders that open to a balcony. The main BR has a main bath, a lg walk in closet and slider which opens to a 2nd balcony. A lg portion of the unit as well as the 2 balconies were recently painted. The unit also features a newer water heater, newer windows, combination washer/dryer and in unit storage. There is also a storage unit, #31, in the basement and 1 assigned garage parking space #26 easily accessible by elevator. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy what downtown Salem has to offer!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Details: Assigned, Off Street, Attached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 5
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Roof Type: Flat
  • Roof Material: Rubber

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $530/monthly

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Condominium Unit

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: SALEM:35L:0248S:847
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1980

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $5,765

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Heat Pump

Location

  • County: Essex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,499
Cap Rate
2.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.44
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.3%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$569,900
Amount financed:
-$455,920
Down payment:
$113,980
Closing costs:
$17,097
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$131,077
Square feet:
1,387
Cost per square foot:
$411
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.31

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$455,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$2,697
Property tax:
$480
Insurance:
$224
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$3,401

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: (15%)
15%-$480-$5,765
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: (17%)
17%-$530-$6,360
Total operating expenses: (57%)
57%-$1,810-$21,725

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,198 $14,376
Mortgage payments:
-$2,697 -$32,364
Cash flow:
-$1,499 -$17,988