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$299,000

Sold
81 Ford St Apt D, Methuen, MA 01844
2 Beds
1 Bath
798 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1970
Sold
226 Units
Checked: 8 hours ago
Updated: Sep 28, 2025 at 10:03AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$635
Cap Rate
3.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-11.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.55
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-6.7%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1970
Sold
226 Units

Welcome to Colonial Village! This sunny 2-bedroom garden-style condo offers a fantastic blend of comfort and convenience. The open layout features a spacious living room with wall-to-wall carpeting, additional storage in attic and access to your own private balcony. The updated kitchen boasts wood flooring and stainless steel appliances, while the full bath includes tiled tub/shower. Both bedrooms are generously sized with ceiling fans and ample closet space. Enjoy the ease of single-level living and an assigned off-street parking spot. Association fee covers hot water, master insurance, snow removal, and more. Located minutes from major highways, The Loop, and area amenities. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or downsizing, this home checks all the boxes!

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Off Street, Assigned
  • Details: Off Street, Assigned
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 1

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 1.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 4
  • # of Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Shingle

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $350/monthly

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Condominium Unit

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: METHM:01111B:00108AL:00023D
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1970

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $1,338

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Essex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$635
Cap Rate
3.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-11.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.55
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-6.7%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$299,000
Amount financed:
-$239,200
Down payment:
$59,800
Closing costs:
$8,970
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$68,770
Square feet:
798
Cost per square foot:
$375
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.26

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$239,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,415
Property tax:
$112
Insurance:
$126
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$1,653

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$1,800 $21,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$108 -$1,296
Operating income:
$1,692 $20,304

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (6%)
6%-$112-$1,338
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$126-$1,512
Property management: (8%)
8%-$144-$1,728
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$90-$1,080
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$90-$1,080
HOA fees: (19%)
19%-$350-$4,200
Total operating expenses: (51%)
51%-$912-$10,938

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$780 $9,360
Mortgage payments:
-$1,415 -$16,980
Cash flow:
-$635 -$7,620