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$299,900

For Sale - Active
5801 Ruth St, Metairie, LA 70003
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,242 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1973
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 20 hours ago
Updated: Jun 23, 2025 at 03:03AM

Investment Summary


Potential Missing Expenses

We noticed that property taxes are missing—this is a standard expense and should be considered in your estimate.

Monthly Cash Flow
$375
Cap Rate
7.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
6.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.26
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
10.3%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1973
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

This spacious, raised brick ranch offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience! Its light-filled open floor plan features a large living and dining room as well as a separate sunlit breakfast room off the kitchen. Enjoy new stone kitchen countertops, a walk-in pantry, and stainless appliances- including a six burner Viking stove. Spread out in four big, private bedrooms and three full baths, including two bathrooms ensuite. Previously used as a music studio with double-insulated walls, walk-in closet, and separate HVAC, the fourth bedroom can also be used as a flex room, home office, studio, or playroom. Storage space abounds in this carpet-free home with a sizable laundry and utility room and ample closets throughout. Entertain in the fully enclosed backyard with a covered back deck, raised garden beds, and a 15 x 10 ft workshop/storage shed. Newly painted inside and out, this home has been meticulously maintained with a newer roof, two-year old HVAC with smart thermostat, lifetime shoring warranty, French drains, and money-saving solar panels. Low assumable flood coverage. Solar panel lease may be transferred or panels can be removed before sale. Come make this gorgeous home in the heart of Metairie yours today!

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Total): 3.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 10
  • # of Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Raised
  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 0820009916
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1973

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $0

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Central, Ductless, Wall Furnace
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless, Wall Unit(s)

Location

  • County: Jefferson Parish

Listing Details


Listed by:
Gigi Reisman
Reese & Company Real Estate, LLC
(504) 481-4091

Source:
Gulf South Real Estate Information Network
MLS#: 2501656
Gulf South Real Estate Information Network

Investment Summary


Potential Missing Expenses

We noticed that property taxes are missing—this is a standard expense and should be considered in your estimate.

Monthly Cash Flow
$375
Cap Rate
7.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
6.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.26
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
10.3%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$299,900
Amount financed:
-$239,920
Down payment:
$59,980
Closing costs:
$8,997
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$68,977
Square feet:
2,242
Cost per square foot:
$134
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.16

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$239,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,419
Property tax:
$0
Insurance:
$182
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$1,601

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,600 $31,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$156 -$1,872
Operating income:
$2,444 $29,328

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$182-$2,184
Property management: (8%)
8%-$208-$2,496
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$130-$1,560
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$130-$1,560
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (25%)
25%-$650-$7,800

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,794 $21,528
Mortgage payments:
-$1,419 -$17,028
Cash flow:
$375 $4,500