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$5,695,000

For Sale - Active
3 E Rivercrest Dr, Houston, TX 77042
3 Beds
5 Baths
5,868 Square Feet
3.80 Acres Lot
Built in 2006
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 23 hours ago
Updated: Sep 16, 2025 at 07:26PM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$30,456
Cap Rate
-0.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-27.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
-0.13
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-22.9%

Property Description


3.80 Acres Lot
Built in 2006
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

This Southern French Creole Colonial estate offers serene country living with city convenience. Designed by Robert Dame, built by Mission Contractors, with interiors by Sandy Lucas of Lucas/Eilers and custom plasterwork by Leslie Sinclair of Segreto. Set on 3.8 acres, the property features a circle drive, ample parking, pool/spa, fire pit, pasture, two climate-controlled sheds, and a whole-home generator. Inside, Venetian plaster walls, an 18th-century French limestone fireplace, and 19th-century reclaimed wood floors add timeless elegance. The main level is ideal for daily living and entertaining, with spaces centered around a piano-ready salon. Upstairs, all bedrooms have en-suite baths, and the primary suite includes a large closet and two private balconies. A rare blend of history, luxury, and comfort.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Details: Attached, Additional Parking, Garage Door Opener, Circular Driveway, Golf Cart Garage, Workshop in Garage, Gated
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Spaces Total: 3

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Partial): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 5.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 8
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Stucco
  • Roof Material: Composition, Metal
  • Pool: Yes

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • Association: Rivercrest Civic Association
  • HOA Fee: $3,600/annually

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 0720830020032
  • Lot Size: 165528 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 2006

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $74,905

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Well
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Zoned

Location

  • County: Harris

Listing Details


Listed by:
Walter Bering
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
(713) 851-9753

Source:
Houston Association of REALTORS
MLS#: 45380161
Houston Association of REALTORS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$30,456
Cap Rate
-0.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-27.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
-0.13
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-22.9%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$5,695,000
Amount financed:
-$4,556,000
Down payment:
$1,139,000
Closing costs:
$170,850
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$1,309,850
Square feet:
5,868
Cost per square foot:
$971
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.75

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$4,556,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$26,950
Property tax:
$6,242
Insurance:
$308
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$33,500

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,400 $52,800
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$264 -$3,168
Operating income:
$4,136 $49,632

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (142%)
142%-$6,242-$74,905
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$308-$3,696
Property management: (8%)
8%-$352-$4,224
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$220-$2,640
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$220-$2,640
HOA fees: (7%)
7%-$300-$3,600
Total operating expenses: (174%)
174%-$7,642-$91,705

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
-$3,506 -$42,072
Mortgage payments:
-$26,950 -$323,400
Cash flow:
-$30,456 -$365,472