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$1,199,000

For Sale - Active
229 Bedford St, Lexington, MA 02420
4 Beds
4.0 Baths
2,630 Square Feet
0.26 Acres Lot
Built in 1886
For Sale - Active
2 Units
Checked: 11 hours ago
Updated: Apr 30, 2025 at 03:50AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,515
Cap Rate
1.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-19.6%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.28
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-15.0%

Property Description


0.26 Acres Lot
Built in 1886
For Sale - Active
2 Units

Rare multi-family home in Lexington’s desirable Village Overlay District, just steps from the Minuteman Bike Path and close to downtown. The first-floor unit offers 2 bedrooms, a full bath, kitchen, living room and private deck. The second-floor unit features 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, kitchen and its own private deck. Both units have flexible layouts with potential to create additional bedrooms. The property includes a large yard with additional storage shed and the has an attached oversized two-bay garage with 13-foot ceilings. Shared basement laundry with two washer/dryer sets. Recent updates include a brand-new boiler and roof (2017). Conveniently located near bus lines, commuter routes and shopping making this property ideal for investment or multi-generational living. Property to be delivered vacant at closing.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Paved Drive, Off Street
  • Details: Paved, Off Street
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 4.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 8
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

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

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential Income
  • Land Use Subtype: Duplex

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: LEXIM:0071L:000034
  • Lot Size: 11127 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Multi Family
  • Year Built: 1886

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $12,177

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,515
Cap Rate
1.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-19.6%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.28
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-15.0%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,199,000
Amount financed:
-$959,200
Down payment:
$239,800
Closing costs:
$35,970
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$275,770
Square feet:
2,630
Cost per square foot:
$456
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.52

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$959,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.810%
Principal & interest:
$6,260
Property tax:
$1,015
Insurance:
$280
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$7,555

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: (25%)
25%-$1,015-$12,177
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: (0%)
0%$0$0
Total operating expenses: (50%)
50%-$2,015-$24,177

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,745 $20,940
Mortgage payments:
-$6,260 -$75,120
Cash flow:
$4,515 $54,180