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$1,325,000

Sale Pending
26 Centre Ave, Belmont, MA 02478
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,089 Square Feet
0.08 Acres Lot
Built in 1885
Sale Pending
Units n/a
Checked: 4 days ago
Updated: Oct 23, 2025 at 10:07AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,769
Cap Rate
2.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.40
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.4%

Property Description


0.08 Acres Lot
Built in 1885
Sale Pending
Units n/a

Nestled in Belmont Hill, steps away from Belmont center, this charming corner lot home offers vintage elements with many modern updates. Over 2000 sq feet of living space on two floors plus a large walk out basement. On the main level, eat in kitchen is surrounded by windows for abundance of natural light, gas cooktop with vent hood, stone counters, natural wood cabinets, dishwasher, oven, recessed lighting, and a pantry. Tiled bathroom with large shower is off the kitchen. There is a large dining-living area as well as sitting/family room. Second floor has 4 bedrooms, an office with built in shelves, and a full bathroom with a tub. Access to attic for additional storage. Large unfinished basement with laundry hookup, systems and utilities, amble storage and flex space. Two car garage and off-street parking. This home features updates such as 3 zones central air for heating and cooling, replacement windows, electric panels & wiring. Located near public transit, schools & restaurants

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Details: Detached, Off Street
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 9
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Attic: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Stone

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: BELMM:57P:000038S:
  • Lot Size: 3590 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Other (See Remarks)
  • Year Built: 1885

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $12,221

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,769
Cap Rate
2.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.40
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.4%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,325,000
Amount financed:
-$1,060,000
Down payment:
$265,000
Closing costs:
$39,750
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$304,750
Square feet:
2,089
Cost per square foot:
$634
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.44

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,060,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$6,270
Property tax:
$1,018
Insurance:
$357
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$7,645

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$5,100 $61,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$306 -$3,672
Operating income:
$4,794 $57,528

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (20%)
20%-$1,018-$12,221
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$357-$4,284
Property management: (8%)
8%-$408-$4,896
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$255-$3,060
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$255-$3,060
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (45%)
45%-$2,293-$27,521

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,501 $30,012
Mortgage payments:
-$6,270 -$75,240
Cash flow:
-$3,769 -$45,228