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$1,149,000

Under Contract
481 Riverside Dr, Fairfield, CT 06824
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,075 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1948
Under Contract
Units n/a
Checked: 20 hours ago
Updated: Jul 18, 2025 at 03:31AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,832
Cap Rate
2.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-12.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.48
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-8.4%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1948
Under Contract
Units n/a

Beach area jewel box! All new turn-key living. Every element has been fully renovated and expanded. New kitchen, new bathrooms, new windows, new roof, new mechanicals and more. Light bright open floor plan featuring open kitchen with quartzite & quartz counters, Bosch appliances and more. Sunny dining room, living room, mudroom/laundry, bedroom and full bath complete the 1st floor. 2 large additional bedrooms and full bath, grace the 2nd floor. This property offers breathtaking views of the salt marsh and marina, and is just steps away from the Fairfield Boat Basin, beach, kayak/paddle board racks, and Jennings Beach Pavilion. Nature enthusiasts will love the nearby Ash Creek estuary, featuring tranquil marshes and scenic walking trails. Nestled in a convenient beach area neighborhood, this location is ideal for those seeking a casual and picturesque lifestyle. The expansive lot also allows ample space for a pool, perfect for enjoying the coastal lifestyle. Located just minutes from vibrant Fairfield town center and train station, scenic Southport village, and harbor, this waterfront community combines historic charm with modern conveniences. Enjoy wonderful dining, shopping, and the arts, all within 50 miles of NYC.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Combination
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Asphalt

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: FAIRM:130B:46
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Year Built: 1948

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $10,135

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Fairfield

Listing Details


Listed by:
Katie O'Grady
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(203) 913-7777

Source:
SmartMLS
MLS#: 24098171
SmartMLS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,832
Cap Rate
2.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-12.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.48
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-8.4%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,149,000
Amount financed:
-$919,200
Down payment:
$229,800
Closing costs:
$34,470
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$264,270
Square feet:
1,075
Cost per square foot:
$1,069
Monthly rent per square foot:
$4.65

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$919,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$5,437
Property tax:
$845
Insurance:
$350
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$6,632

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: (17%)
17%-$845-$10,135
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: (42%)
42%-$2,095-$25,135

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,605 $31,260
Mortgage payments:
-$5,437 -$65,244
Cash flow:
$2,832 $33,984