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$690,000

For Sale - Active
3860 Colorado Ave Apt C, Boulder, CO 80303
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,476 Square Feet
0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1997
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 2 hours ago
Updated: Oct 05, 2025 at 10:15AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,869
Cap Rate
2.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.43
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.7%

Property Description


0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1997
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

CALLING ALL INVESTORS and those who have always wanted to live in the "cute yellow townhomes" on Colorado...now is your chance! With its proximity to CU and all Boulder is famous for -->> AND the highly anticipated "Sundance Film Festival" calling Boulder its new home <<-- you will want to act now to secure your piece of Boulder real estate ... BEFORE THE NEXT RUSH! Nestled in the charming Wellman Creek neighborhood, this adorable sun-filled townhome enjoys the benefits of a beautifully maintained community with mature landscaping, a convenient location, and community gardens to cultivate veg and friendships with one's neighbors. LIVES LIKE A SINGLE FAMILY HOME! Tasteful updates abound in this 2(+) bedroom 2 bathroom gem: a beautiful fireplace surround, SS appliances in the kitchen, fresh paint, and newer floors make this home move-in ready and easy to love. Flanked by large windows, this home also boasts sunshine, views, and storage! The main floor is open and airy, with a gas fireplace, a built in TV mount, Bose speakers, and a cubby for electronics, books, and decor. Both upstairs bedrooms are sunny and have spacious closets, and the downstairs laundry room is equally sunny and great for extra storage or to be *converted into a conforming bedroom*. The added bonus is the COVETED ATTACHED 2-CAR GARAGE which adds to the ample storage throughout. Location, Location, Location! This home has quick access to the University of Colorado, a myriad of CU research centers, LASP, CASA, 2 BVSD charter schools (High Peaks/BCSIS), the Aurora-7 park, the Boulder Creek Path, Boulder's famous downtown, Foothills Hwy and Hwy-36, the CU bus line, and plenty of shopping and dining. Trust me when I say you want to act on this beauty before it's too late! (Note: staging has been removed.)

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Covered, Garage
  • Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 7
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Partial

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Marble
  • Roof Material: Composition

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • Association: Wellman Creek/MSI Management
  • HOA Fee: $420/monthly

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Townhouse

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 146332446003
  • Lot Size: 927 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1997

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $3,876

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Location

  • County: Boulder

Listing Details


Listed by:
Cheryl Markel
The Markel Group LLC
(720) 323-5444

Source:
REColorado
MLS#: IR1034868
REColorado

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,869
Cap Rate
2.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.43
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.7%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$690,000
Amount financed:
-$552,000
Down payment:
$138,000
Closing costs:
$20,700
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$158,700
Square feet:
1,476
Cost per square foot:
$467
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.10

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$552,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$3,265
Property tax:
$323
Insurance:
$217
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$3,805

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,100 $37,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$186 -$2,232
Operating income:
$2,914 $34,968

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (10%)
10%-$323-$3,876
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$217-$2,604
Property management: (8%)
8%-$248-$2,976
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$155-$1,860
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$155-$1,860
HOA fees: (14%)
14%-$420-$5,040
Total operating expenses: (49%)
49%-$1,518-$18,216

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,396 $16,752
Mortgage payments:
-$3,265 -$39,180
Cash flow:
-$1,869 -$22,428