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$1,229,900

Sold
220 Sycamore St, Watertown, MA 02472
8 Beds
4 Baths
4,000 Square Feet
0.17 Acres Lot
Built in 1880
Sold
2 Units
Checked: 2 hours ago
Updated: Oct 09, 2025 at 10:04AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,323
Cap Rate
1.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.26
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.7%

Property Description


0.17 Acres Lot
Built in 1880
Sold
2 Units

PRIME LOCATION WATERTOWN 2 FAMILY WITH NEWLY RENOVATED PENTHOUSE INLAW UNIT FLANKED BY MOODY STREET AND THE ARMORY. The home is completely vacant ready for it's new owner occupant or savy investor ready to rent out the building at top market rents to create a sizeable return on their investment. Ideally situated in one of Watertown's most desirable neighborhoods, this property offers spacious, sun-filled units with flexible floor plans and original charm throughout. Each unit features generous living and dining areas, hardwood floors, and eat-in kitchens. Unit 1 is a bi-level boasting 4 beds and 2 full baths, a massive finished lower level with full bath and flex room perfect for air bnb or added living space to unit 1. Unit 2 offers 5 rooms, 2/3 beds and a full bath with hw fls througout. Unit 3 is a beautifully renovated in-law creating additional income to drive up the cap rate. It offers a new kitchen, bedroom and stylish contemporary bath with vaulted ceilings.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Paved Drive, Off Street
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 6

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 8

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 4
  • # of Baths (Total): 4.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 16
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Finished

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof Type: Gable

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential Income
  • Land Use Subtype: Duplex

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: WATEM:0528B:0021L:0068
  • Lot Size: 7213 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Multi Family
  • Year Built: 1880

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $11,844

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,323
Cap Rate
1.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.26
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.7%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,229,900
Amount financed:
-$983,920
Down payment:
$245,980
Closing costs:
$36,897
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$282,877
Square feet:
4,000
Cost per square foot:
$307
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.90

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$983,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$5,820
Property tax:
$987
Insurance:
$252
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$7,059

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,600 $43,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$216 -$2,592
Operating income:
$3,384 $40,608

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (27%)
27%-$987-$11,844
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$252-$3,024
Property management: (8%)
8%-$288-$3,456
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$180-$2,160
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$180-$2,160
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (52%)
52%-$1,887-$22,644

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,497 $17,964
Mortgage payments:
-$5,820 -$69,840
Cash flow:
-$4,323 -$51,876