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$819,000

For Sale - Active
42 Basset St, Lynn, MA 01902
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,817 Square Feet
0.12 Acres Lot
Built in 1928
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 4 days ago
Updated: Nov 07, 2025 at 08:42AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,020
Cap Rate
4.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-6.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.74
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-2.3%

Property Description


0.12 Acres Lot
Built in 1928
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Experience expansive living in this move-in ready 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath historic home that’s larger than it appears. Just minutes from the beach, commuter rail, and Lynn Ferry to Boston. The chef’s kitchen features an oversized range, large peninsula, and a cozy butler’s pantry with wet bar and beverage fridge—perfect for entertaining. Recent updates include refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, a 4-year-old roof and siding, and natural gas conversion for easy upkeep. Upstairs, find four spacious bedrooms plus a versatile walk-up attic with a 5th bedroom ideal for office or flex space. Sunlit living areas blend classic charm with modern comfort. Outside, enjoy a garden with herbs, blueberry, and raspberry bushes—your perfect coastal retreat. Agent is owner

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Detached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street
  • Details: Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 3

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 5

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 11
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Siding (Alum/Vinyl)
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: LYNNM:093B:559L:095
  • Lot Size: 5016 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1928

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $7,124

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water
  • Cooling: None, Window Unit(s)

Location

  • County: Essex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,020
Cap Rate
4.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-6.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.74
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-2.3%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$819,000
Amount financed:
-$655,200
Down payment:
$163,800
Closing costs:
$24,570
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$188,370
Square feet:
2,817
Cost per square foot:
$291
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.77

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$655,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$3,876
Property tax:
$594
Insurance:
$350
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$4,820

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$5,000 $60,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$300 -$3,600
Operating income:
$4,700 $56,400

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (12%)
12%-$594-$7,125
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$350-$4,200
Property management: (8%)
8%-$400-$4,800
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$250-$3,000
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$250-$3,000
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (37%)
37%-$1,844-$22,125

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,856 $34,272
Mortgage payments:
-$3,876 -$46,512
Cash flow:
-$1,020 -$12,240