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$1,329,995

Sold
251 Waltham St, Newton, MA 02465
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,821 Square Feet
0.18 Acres Lot
Built in 1979
Sold
Units n/a
Checked: 14 hours ago
Updated: Nov 10, 2025 at 05:43AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,858
Cap Rate
2.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-15.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.39
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.6%

Property Description


0.18 Acres Lot
Built in 1979
Sold
Units n/a

Well cared for Garrison Colonial Surrounded by Trees & Overlooks Fessenden School Field, Many New Systems: High Efficiency Gas Heating / Hot Water, Solar Electric. 4 Large Bedrooms, Lots of Living Space Large Living Room with Fireplace & View, Dining Room with Picture Window Overlooks Yard, Large Modern Kitchen with Stainless Appliances, Ample Counter Space, Vented Hood, Side by Side Fridge Filtered Ice/Water Dispenser, New Dishwasher, Wood Cabinets, Walk out to Large Private Deck. Family Room / Den perfect for movie Nights. Exercise Room / Playroom / Office Space or Arts & Crafts Room, Laundry Downstairs, Ample Storage in Basement, Attached Garage, Shed. Energy Efficient Windows and Doors, Window AC's for most Rooms, Available Furnished or Unfurnished. Public Transportation Trains to Both South & North Station, Porter Square & Back Bay, Green D-Line Service, Charles River Bike Path, W. Newton Square Bike Lane, Buses 556, 553, 554, Near Conservation Areas, Parks, Pool, Ice Rink, Shops

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Details: Attached, Off Street, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 4

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 9
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

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

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: NEWTS:34B:015L:0013
  • Lot Size: 7872 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Colonial, Garrison
  • Year Built: 1979

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $11,342

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,858
Cap Rate
2.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-15.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.39
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.6%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,329,995
Amount financed:
-$1,063,996
Down payment:
$265,999
Closing costs:
$39,900
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$305,899
Square feet:
2,821
Cost per square foot:
$471
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.74

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,063,996
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$6,294
Property tax:
$945
Insurance:
$343
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$7,582

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,900 $58,800
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$294 -$3,528
Operating income:
$4,606 $55,272

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (19%)
19%-$945-$11,342
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$343-$4,116
Property management: (8%)
8%-$392-$4,704
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$245-$2,940
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$245-$2,940
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (44%)
44%-$2,170-$26,042

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,436 $29,232
Mortgage payments:
-$6,294 -$75,528
Cash flow:
-$3,858 -$46,296