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$4,495,000

For Sale - Active
643 Channing Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,195 Square Feet
0.23 Acres Lot
Built in 1926
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 8 hours ago
Updated: Aug 27, 2025 at 10:04AM

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
-$18,934
Cap Rate
1.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-22.0%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.17
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-17.2%

Property Description


0.23 Acres Lot
Built in 1926
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Welcome to Channing Landing, a unique opportunity to own a turnkey investment property near vibrant downtown Palo Alto. The main residence consists of a 4 bedroom/3 bath two-story home with hardwood floors throughout, a well-appointed kitchen and lovely private yard space. Behind the main residence is a driveway and carport with six parking spaces. The separate investment property is located in the rear of the lot with four 1-bedroom/1-bath apartments, shared laundry facilities and an inviting patio. Prime location near highly rated Palo Alto schools, parks, shopping, restaurants, Stanford University, and many of Silicon Valley's top employers. A rare chance to purchase a Palo Alto home in an excellent location with investment income opportunity.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Covered
  • 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 Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Apartment House (5+ units)

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 12005017
  • Lot Size: 10000 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1926

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $0

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Wall Furnace
  • Cooling: None

Location

  • County: Santa Clara

Listing Details


Listed by:
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
(650) 485-3476

Source:
bridgeMLS
MLS#: ML82005017
bridgeMLS

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
-$18,934
Cap Rate
1.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-22.0%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.17
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-17.2%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$4,495,000
Amount financed:
-$3,596,000
Down payment:
$899,000
Closing costs:
$134,850
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$1,033,850
Square feet:
2,195
Cost per square foot:
$2,048
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.51

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$3,596,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.500%
Principal & interest:
$22,729
Property tax:
$0
Insurance:
$385
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$23,114

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$5,500 $66,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$330 -$3,960
Operating income:
$5,170 $62,040

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$385-$4,620
Property management: (8%)
8%-$440-$5,280
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$275-$3,300
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$275-$3,300
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (25%)
25%-$1,375-$16,500

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$3,795 $45,540
Mortgage payments:
-$22,729 -$272,748
Cash flow:
$18,934 $227,208