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$2,250,000

For Sale - Active
5 Mason St, Lexington, MA 02421
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,400 Square Feet
0.54 Acres Lot
Built in 1953
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 20 hours ago
Updated: Jun 16, 2025 at 03:14AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$9,139
Cap Rate
1.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-21.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.22
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-16.5%

Property Description


0.54 Acres Lot
Built in 1953
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Unique opportunity to own this spectacular renovation of a Mid Century Modern, Peacock Farm home. This special home was restored in 2016 & updated by recent owners as well. It marries modern features like insulated glass, insulation, efficient heating & central AC, contemporary plumbing, electrical, fixtures & finishes, with the authentic style of the home. Privately sited on a lush, colorful, professionally landscaped, half acre of mature plantings, the home seems to melt into the greenery. Walls of glass, skylights, & windows galore bring the outside in just as intended by the original architect. Beautiful stone work, patios, granite steps & cascading water feature complete the exterior. Inside find a flowing, open floor plan, contemporary kitchen & bathrooms, hardwood floors, floor to ceiling wood burning fireplace, & a walk out lower level with its own secluded patio. All in a special neighborhood located near Wilson Farms, bike path, & Route 2 for commute to Alewife & Boston.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Details: Paved, Off Street
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 4

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 10
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Shingle

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $773/annually

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: LEXIM:0008L:000091
  • Lot Size: 23341 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern
  • Year Built: 1953

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $18,015

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$9,139
Cap Rate
1.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-21.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.22
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-16.5%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$2,250,000
Amount financed:
-$1,800,000
Down payment:
$450,000
Closing costs:
$67,500
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$517,500
Square feet:
2,400
Cost per square foot:
$938
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.54

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,800,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.840%
Principal & interest:
$11,783
Property tax:
$1,501
Insurance:
$427
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$13,711

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$6,100 $73,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$366 -$4,392
Operating income:
$5,734 $68,808

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (25%)
25%-$1,501-$18,015
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$427-$5,124
Property management: (8%)
8%-$488-$5,856
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$305-$3,660
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$305-$3,660
HOA fees: (1%)
1%-$64-$768
Total operating expenses: (51%)
51%-$3,090-$37,083

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,644 $31,728
Mortgage payments:
-$11,783 -$141,396
Cash flow:
$9,139 $109,668