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$79,900

For Sale - Active
517 Mechanic St, Albion, MI 49224
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,424 Square Feet
0.30 Acres Lot
Built in 1918
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 11 hours ago
Updated: Sep 13, 2025 at 12:51AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
$504
Cap Rate
13.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
32.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
2.33
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
36.2%

Property Description


0.30 Acres Lot
Built in 1918
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

🏡 Investor Alert in Albion! Opportunity knocks with this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home ready for your finishing touch! Featuring a huge fenced in yard and a desirable corner lot. Whether you're an investor looking for your next flip or a homeowner eager to build equity, this property has great bones and major potential. Nestled in a quiet Albion neighborhood, this house is a blank canvas with endless possibilities. Bring your vision and restore the charm! ✔ Spacious layout ✔ Ideal for flipping or rental ✔ Priced to sell - don't miss out!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Details: Detached
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Partial): 0
  • # of Baths (Total): 1.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 7
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 5100693500
  • Lot Size: 12937 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Other
  • Year Built: 1918

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $1,009

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Calhoun

Listing Details


Listed by:
Amy Dryer
Five Star Real Estate
(517) 317-4050

Source:
Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS
MLS#: 25040902
Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
$504
Cap Rate
13.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
32.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
2.33
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
36.2%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$79,900
Amount financed:
-$63,920
Down payment:
$15,980
Closing costs:
$2,397
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$18,377
Square feet:
1,424
Cost per square foot:
$56
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.98

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$63,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$378
Property tax:
$84
Insurance:
$98
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$560

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$1,400 $16,800
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$84 -$1,008
Operating income:
$1,316 $15,792

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (6%)
6%-$84-$1,009
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$98-$1,176
Property management: (8%)
8%-$112-$1,344
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$70-$840
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$70-$840
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (31%)
31%-$434-$5,209

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$882 $10,584
Mortgage payments:
-$378 -$4,536
Cash flow:
$504 $6,048