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$849,000

For Sale - Active
239 Arlington St, Acton, MA 01720
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,358 Square Feet
0.34 Acres Lot
Built in 1876
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 1 hour ago
Updated: Jun 15, 2025 at 03:21AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,320
Cap Rate
3.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.48
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.8%

Property Description


0.34 Acres Lot
Built in 1876
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Nestled in the heart of West Acton Village, this gorgeous Victorian, built in 1867, seamlessly blends classic architecture w/modern comforts. The home offers an exceptionally bright space with voluminous ceilings & wide pine floors throughout. A cozy wood-burning fireplace adds warmth, while ornate details like beveled and stained glass and intricate carpentry showcase master craftsmanship. The main level features a spacious living room, sitting room, dining room, and 1/2 bath w/laundry. Upstairs, find three large bedrooms, an office, and two full bathrooms. Recent upgrades include a newer roof, heating system, and hot water heater. The property is a gardener's dream, adorned with flowering vines, bulbs, lilacs, fruit trees and Koi pond. Incredible convenience to top-rated schools (Gates/Douglas Elementary located at end of street), a playground, library, dining, shopping, and the commuter rail station with lines to Boston and Cambridge. Enjoy easy access to Route 2 and I-495

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Details: Off Street, On Street
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 3.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 8
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

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

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: ACTOM:00F2AB:0044L:0000
  • Lot Size: 14730 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Victorian, Antique
  • Year Built: 1876

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $11,753

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Steam
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,320
Cap Rate
3.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.48
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.8%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$849,000
Amount financed:
-$679,200
Down payment:
$169,800
Closing costs:
$25,470
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$195,270
Square feet:
2,358
Cost per square foot:
$360
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.91

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$679,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.840%
Principal & interest:
$4,446
Property tax:
$979
Insurance:
$315
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$5,740

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,500 $54,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$270 -$3,240
Operating income:
$4,230 $50,760

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (22%)
22%-$979-$11,753
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$315-$3,780
Property management: (8%)
8%-$360-$4,320
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$225-$2,700
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$225-$2,700
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (47%)
47%-$2,104-$25,253

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,126 $25,512
Mortgage payments:
-$4,446 -$53,352
Cash flow:
$2,320 $27,840