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$199,900

For Sale - Active
5542 Margarita St, Houston, TX 77020
3 Beds
0 Baths
1,664 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1941
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 16 hours ago
Updated: May 21, 2025 at 03:09AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$400
Cap Rate
3.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-10.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.62
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-6.1%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1941
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Charming bungalow in close proximity to Downtown Houston, with easy access to major highways. Near East River Project and Buffalo Bayou East Project. Ideal for first-time buyers or seasoned investors, currently tenant occupied. Recent updates to flooring and cabinetry. This renovated 3 bed, 1 bath home features appliances, ceiling fans, and blinds in all rooms. Minutes from Downtown, University of Houston, dining, and shopping. Move-in ready with that highly sought after, and rare for the area, garage. Verify square footage with HCAD. Don't miss out on this gem!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Attached, Garage
  • Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 0.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 4
  • # of Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Concrete Block
  • Roof Material: Composition

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 0581480000011
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1941

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $6,314

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Location

  • County: Harris

Listing Details


Listed by:
Jonathan Williamson
Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights
(713) 299-7331

Source:
Houston Association of REALTORS
MLS#: 48621026
Houston Association of REALTORS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$400
Cap Rate
3.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-10.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.62
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-6.1%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$199,900
Amount financed:
-$159,920
Down payment:
$39,980
Closing costs:
$5,997
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$45,977
Square feet:
1,664
Cost per square foot:
$120
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.02

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$159,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.840%
Principal & interest:
$1,047
Property tax:
$526
Insurance:
$119
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$1,692

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$1,700 $20,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$102 -$1,224
Operating income:
$1,598 $19,176

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (31%)
31%-$526-$6,314
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$119-$1,428
Property management: (8%)
8%-$136-$1,632
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$85-$1,020
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$85-$1,020
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (56%)
56%-$951-$11,414

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$647 $7,764
Mortgage payments:
-$1,047 -$12,564
Cash flow:
$400 $4,800