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$495,000

For Sale - Active
702 N Penelope St, Belton, TX 76513
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,432 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1913
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 2 hours ago
Updated: Aug 09, 2025 at 12:13AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,193
Cap Rate
2.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-12.6%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.49
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-8.2%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1913
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

CHARMING VICTORIAN HOME IN THE HEART OF BELTON'S HISTORIC DISTRICT! Step into timeless elegance with this truly unique residence nestled on a picturesque half acre lot. Surrounded by mature trees and a park-like setting, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers over 3,400 square feet of character, comfort, and charm with 5 fireplaces. Inside, you will find spacious bedrooms, a formal dining room which will host 10+ guests, two inviting living areas, and a large upstairs bonus room with its own private staircase—perfect for a guest suite, game room, or home office. The home features two grand chandeliers that add a dramatic touch of classic sophistication to the two downstairs rooms which can be used as bedrooms or living areas. The kitchen showcases a premium 6-burner Elmira Stove Works gas range that blends vintage style with modern performance, as well as open shelving, a separate prep sink, and 2 walk-in pantries. Enjoy morning coffee or evening sunsets on the expansive wraparound porches, or unwind in the gazebo surrounded by beautifully maintained landscaping. There's ample parking with a multi-car pad, plus a designated RV/boat parking area with full hookups. Located in Belton’s Historical District, this rare gem combines the grace of a bygone era with the conveniences of modern living. Walking or biking distance to downtown, UMHB, and local dining. Updates include copper electrical, plumbing updated to PVC pipes, exterior repainted, HVAC replaced in June, 2025 (both inside and outside units). Don’t miss your opportunity to own a piece of local history that was originally built for the family of Frank Kellogg Austin who owned F.K. Austin’s Cash and Carry grocery store. Members of the Austin family lived in the house until the 1950’s. The house was added to the National Register of Historic Places due to its importance as an example of the Italianate architectural style.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: NoGarage
  • 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: 1
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Composition, Shingle

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 34143
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: HistoricAntique, Victorian
  • Year Built: 1913

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $9,401

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Bell

Listing Details


Listed by:
Tanya Cosper
Covington Real Estate, Inc.
(254) 742-8707

Source:
Central Texas MLS (CTXMLS)
MLS#: 589148
Central Texas MLS (CTXMLS)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,193
Cap Rate
2.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-12.6%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.49
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-8.2%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$495,000
Amount financed:
-$396,000
Down payment:
$99,000
Closing costs:
$14,850
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$113,850
Square feet:
3,432
Cost per square foot:
$144
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.82

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$396,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$2,342
Property tax:
$783
Insurance:
$196
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$3,321

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,800 $33,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$168 -$2,016
Operating income:
$2,632 $31,584

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (28%)
28%-$783-$9,401
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$196-$2,352
Property management: (8%)
8%-$224-$2,688
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$140-$1,680
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$140-$1,680
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (53%)
53%-$1,483-$17,801

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,149 $13,788
Mortgage payments:
-$2,342 -$28,104
Cash flow:
-$1,193 -$14,316