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$899,000

For Sale - Active
246 Walnut St, Reading, MA 01867
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,584 Square Feet
2.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1961
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 7 hours ago
Updated: Sep 30, 2025 at 10:07AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,512
Cap Rate
2.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.6%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.41
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.1%

Property Description


2.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1961
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Developer Alert – 2 Approved Buildable Lots in Prime Reading Location! While there is an existing single-family home on-site, the true value lies in the land. Builders & developers—capitalize on this rare opportunity in high-demand Reading. This offering includes two fully buildable lots with approved site plans and modification approvals for overhead utilities, berm, and a 16’ privacy fence: Lot 1: 27,895 sq. ft. and Lot 2: 20,058 sq. ft. Approved for a 4,500 sq. ft. home on each lot, with potential to build up to 5,500 sq. ft. including finished basement. All major approvals in place: Approved subdivision & site plans; Decision of Approvals & Order of Condition; Utility access (electric, public water/sewer at street). Exceptional location – Minutes to downtown Reading, commuter rail, and I-93. Documentation available upon request: Site plans, layouts, permits & building plans and more!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Underground/Basement
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 20

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Partial): 0
  • # of Baths (Total): 1.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 7
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Asbestos Shingle
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof Type: Gable

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: READM:003.000000019.0
  • Lot Size: 87991 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Cape
  • Year Built: 1961

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $8,899

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil
  • Cooling: None

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,512
Cap Rate
2.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.6%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.41
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.1%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$899,000
Amount financed:
-$719,200
Down payment:
$179,800
Closing costs:
$26,970
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$206,770
Square feet:
1,584
Cost per square foot:
$568
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.27

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$719,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$4,254
Property tax:
$742
Insurance:
$252
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$5,248

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: (21%)
21%-$742-$8,899
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: (46%)
46%-$1,642-$19,699

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,742 $20,904
Mortgage payments:
-$4,254 -$51,048
Cash flow:
-$2,512 -$30,144