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$306,000

For Sale - Active
5537 Lawson St, Houston, TX 77023
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,297 Square Feet
0.13 Acres Lot
Built in 1939
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 5 days ago
Updated: Oct 21, 2025 at 10:33AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$691
Cap Rate
3.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-11.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.52
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.4%

Property Description


0.13 Acres Lot
Built in 1939
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

East End Charm Meets Modern Style! Fall in love with this updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage just minutes from Houston’s revitalized East End! Fresh interior and exterior paint give this home a bright, welcoming feel, while the updated kitchen brings style and function together with pretty finishes and tons of storage. Spacious bedrooms mean extra comfort—whether you’re working from home, or hosting guests. Outside, the classic cottage curb appeal is the perfect backdrop for your morning coffee or evening wind-down. The beautiful backyard is the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day. All this, just minutes away from East End’s trendy coffee shops, local eateries, vibrant local spots, parks and Downtown Houston. Move-in ready and full of personality—this little gem won’t last long!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Detached, Garage
  • Details: Detached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Concrete Block
  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Roof Material: Composition

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 0660850040021
  • Lot Size: 5553 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1939

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $5,822

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric

Location

  • County: Harris

Listing Details


Listed by:
Karen Haysley
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
(713) 416-7338

Source:
Houston Association of REALTORS
MLS#: 60241865
Houston Association of REALTORS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$691
Cap Rate
3.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-11.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.52
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.4%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$306,000
Amount financed:
-$244,800
Down payment:
$61,200
Closing costs:
$9,180
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$70,380
Square feet:
1,297
Cost per square foot:
$236
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.39

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$244,800
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,448
Property tax:
$485
Insurance:
$126
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,059

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$1,800 $21,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$108 -$1,296
Operating income:
$1,692 $20,304

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (27%)
27%-$485-$5,822
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$126-$1,512
Property management: (8%)
8%-$144-$1,728
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$90-$1,080
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$90-$1,080
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (52%)
52%-$935-$11,222

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$757 $9,084
Mortgage payments:
-$1,448 -$17,376
Cash flow:
-$691 -$8,292