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$1,198,000

For Sale - Active
8946 Alpine Rd, La Honda, CA 94020
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,770 Square Feet
3.40 Acres Lot
Built in 1987
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 21 hours ago
Updated: Aug 03, 2025 at 01:13AM

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
-$2,539
Cap Rate
3.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-11.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.58
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-6.7%

Property Description


3.40 Acres Lot
Built in 1987
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Escape to this enchanting 3-bedroom, 2-1/2 bath home nestled in a tranquil wooded setting. Perfect as a primary residence or a weekend getaway. Set on a spacious 3.4-acre lot, this home enjoys abundant natural light and direct access to scenic trails just steps from your door. The main level boasts slate flooring throughout, a kitchen adorned with granite countertops and a central island featuring a sink. The adjacent dining area leads to a large rear deck and to a spacious family room, ideal for gatherings. Upstairs, discover a spacious primary suite with an ensuite bath, along with two additional bedrooms and another full bath. Access this retreat via an exclusive paved road leading to an attached two-car garage, carport, and welcoming front patio and porch. This home is a nature lover's paradise, offering privacy and proximity to the beach, stunning parks, and hiking trails, yet only a scenic 25-minute drive to Hwy 280 and the Los Altos/Palo Alto/Menlo Park areas.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Attached, Off Street, Parking Lot
  • Details: Attached, Off Street, Parking Lot, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 7
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 080350420
  • Lot Size: 148104 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1987

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $0

Utilities

  • Heating: Fireplace Insert, Baseboard, Electric
  • Cooling: None

Location

  • County: San Mateo

Listing Details


Listed by:
Johnny Heckenberg
Coldwell Banker Realty
(650) 776-5779

Source:
bridgeMLS
MLS#: ML81960725
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
-$2,539
Cap Rate
3.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-11.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.58
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-6.7%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,198,000
Amount financed:
-$958,400
Down payment:
$239,600
Closing costs:
$35,940
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$275,540
Square feet:
1,770
Cost per square foot:
$677
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.88

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$958,400
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.500%
Principal & interest:
$6,058
Property tax:
$0
Insurance:
$357
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$6,415

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$5,100 $61,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$306 -$3,672
Operating income:
$4,794 $57,528

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$357-$4,284
Property management: (8%)
8%-$408-$4,896
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$255-$3,060
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$255-$3,060
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (25%)
25%-$1,275-$15,300

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$3,519 $42,228
Mortgage payments:
-$6,058 -$72,696
Cash flow:
$2,539 $30,468