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$975,000

For Sale - Active
5281 217th St N, Forest Lake, MN 55025
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,803 Square Feet
2.18 Acres Lot
Built in 1968
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 24 hours ago
Updated: Aug 09, 2025 at 03:26AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,577
Cap Rate
2.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.44
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.3%

Property Description


2.18 Acres Lot
Built in 1968
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Walkout rambler on prime Clear Lake, south facing lot. Property includes 3 PID numbers. Home sits on two lots and the third lot is already ready to be built on. Family will only sell the entire piece at the same time. Westerly lot that is buildable is approx 100' x 287'. Home lot size is approximately 1.55 acres. No lot split needed. City sewer and private well. Home is 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and 2 fireplaces. Large deck, sunporch, and updated kitchen.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Attached Garage, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Underground
  • Details: Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 8
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Block, Concrete
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Stucco
  • Roof Type: Gable or Hip
  • Roof Material: Asphalt, Shingle

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • Association: Belinda Meier
  • HOA Fee: $300/annually

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 1803221110015
  • Lot Size: 94960 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: (SF) Single Family
  • Year Built: 1968

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $9,200

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Washington

Listing Details


Listed by:
Mark S Ashby
Edina Realty, Inc.
(651) 491-2222

Source:
FargoMoorhead Area Association of REALTORS
MLS#: 6757020
FargoMoorhead Area Association of REALTORS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,577
Cap Rate
2.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.44
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.3%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$975,000
Amount financed:
-$780,000
Down payment:
$195,000
Closing costs:
$29,250
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$224,250
Square feet:
2,803
Cost per square foot:
$348
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.46

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$780,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$4,614
Property tax:
$767
Insurance:
$287
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$5,668

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,100 $49,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$246 -$2,952
Operating income:
$3,854 $46,248

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (19%)
19%-$767-$9,200
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$287-$3,444
Property management: (8%)
8%-$328-$3,936
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$205-$2,460
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$205-$2,460
HOA fees: (1%)
1%-$25-$300
Total operating expenses: (44%)
44%-$1,817-$21,800

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,037 $24,444
Mortgage payments:
-$4,614 -$55,368
Cash flow:
-$2,577 -$30,924