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$975,000

Sold
781 Highland Ave, Needham, MA 02494
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,856 Square Feet
0.20 Acres Lot
Built in 1920
Sold
Units n/a
Checked: 6 hours ago
Updated: Jul 19, 2025 at 05:25AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,936
Cap Rate
3.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-10.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.58
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-6.0%

Property Description


0.20 Acres Lot
Built in 1920
Sold
Units n/a

Beautiful hardwood floors and high ceilings accent this lovely 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with a welcoming front porch and sunroom! The first floor features maple flooring, a formal living room and dining room and a large kitchen with eat in area and pantry. First floor laundry and half bath. The second floor has oak flooring and 3 large bedrooms and a full bath. The third floor is large and has a 3/4 bath - it could be transformed into a gracious owner's suite! Bow windows in the main bedroom and living room. Washer, dryer and refrigerator included in sale. A level fenced back yard leads to the kitchen and the detached one car garage. With your updates to the 1950's kitchen and baths, this home will be a gem!

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
  • Details: Paved, Detached, Off Street
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 3

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 3.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Attic: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: NEEDM:069.0B:0033L:0000.0
  • Lot Size: 8712 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Colonial, Victorian
  • Year Built: 1920

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $9,262

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Cooling: None

Location

  • County: Norfolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,936
Cap Rate
3.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-10.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.58
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-6.0%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$975,000
Amount financed:
-$780,000
Down payment:
$195,000
Closing costs:
$29,250
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$224,250
Square feet:
1,856
Cost per square foot:
$525
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.69

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$780,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$4,614
Property tax:
$772
Insurance:
$350
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$5,736

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$5,000 $60,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$300 -$3,600
Operating income:
$4,700 $56,400

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (15%)
15%-$772-$9,262
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$350-$4,200
Property management: (8%)
8%-$400-$4,800
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$250-$3,000
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$250-$3,000
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (40%)
40%-$2,022-$24,262

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,678 $32,136
Mortgage payments:
-$4,614 -$55,368
Cash flow:
$1,936 $23,232