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$849,000

Sale Pending
85 Sunset Rd, Arlington, MA 02474
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,301 Square Feet
0.10 Acres Lot
Built in 1928
Sale Pending
Units n/a
Checked: 6 hours ago
Updated: Jun 18, 2025 at 03:31AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,316
Cap Rate
3.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.48
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.8%

Property Description


0.10 Acres Lot
Built in 1928
Sale Pending
Units n/a

Charming c.1928 Colonial Awaits New Owners! Lovingly maintained by the same family since 1973, this delightful home is full of warmth, character and curb appeal. Set on a quiet street with sidewalks, close to Peirce School, Arlington Reservoir Beach, Trader Joe’s, and all that Arlington Heights offers. The enclosed front porch is perfect for morning coffee or evening unwinding. The living room with decorative fireplace flows into the formal dining room with French doors leading to a fabulous screened porch with beautiful wood ceilings—ideal for summer entertaining. Throughout are gleaming hardwood floors and natural wood moldings. The kitchen and half bath have been updated, and all windows on the first and second floors are double-glazed for comfort and efficiency. The original garage has been converted to a finished, heated bonus room—perfect as a home office or playroom. The fenced-in yard offers privacy and room to play or garden, completing this move-in ready gem in a A+ location!

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Underground/Basement
  • Details: Paved, Off Street, Tandem
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Block, Stone
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: ARLIM:082.0B:0002L:0020
  • Lot Size: 4286 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1928

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $7,729

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,316
Cap Rate
3.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.48
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.8%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$849,000
Amount financed:
-$679,200
Down payment:
$169,800
Closing costs:
$25,470
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$195,270
Square feet:
1,301
Cost per square foot:
$653
Monthly rent per square foot:
$3.07

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$679,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.810%
Principal & interest:
$4,432
Property tax:
$644
Insurance:
$280
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$5,356

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,000 $48,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$240 -$2,880
Operating income:
$3,760 $45,120

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (16%)
16%-$644-$7,729
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$280-$3,360
Property management: (8%)
8%-$320-$3,840
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (41%)
41%-$1,644-$19,729

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,116 $25,392
Mortgage payments:
-$4,432 -$53,184
Cash flow:
$2,316 $27,792