1243 E 520 S Provo, UT 84606
Provost NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,966/month
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Double Pane Windows
- Updated Kitchen
- No HOA
- Landscaped
About This Home
BYU-ADJACENT DUPLEX | $43,200 ANNUAL INCOME Fully rented student housing operation near Brigham Young University This well-located Provo duplex offers an ideal blend of space inside and out. The upper unit features two comfortable bedrooms filled with natural light, an open and functional living area, and a layout that feels both welcoming and efficient, perfect for owner-occupants, students, or long-term renters. The hardwood floors were recently refinished, and a new tile backsplash was installed in the kitchen. New tile was installed in the bathroom along with a new vanity. The lower unit features three bedrooms, creating excellent income potential or room for extended living arrangements. With a separate living space and a proven rental-friendly layout, this duplex is well-suited for investors looking to maximize cash flow or buyers seeking a smart house-hacking opportunity. New A/C unit and new dishwasher in the basement, as well as new landscaping and new sprinkler system. Just minutes from campus, dining, shopping, and public transportation, this property delivers the convenience that Provo renters consistently seek. This 5-bedroom duplex generates $43,200 per year from established student tenants. Lower unit (3BR) is fully furnished. Upper unit (2BR) has exclusive use of the backyard. INCOME BREAKDOWN Upper Unit (2BR/1BA): $1,800/month Lower Unit (3BR/1BA): $1,800/month Total Monthly: $3,600 Annual Gross: $43,200 Owner pays utilities, including internet. The property is currently rented and has a history of full occupancy. The Upper Unit lease expires at the end of March 2026, and the Lower Unit lease expires at the end of August 2026. WHAT'S INCLUDED All furniture from the lower unit: Beds, dressers, desks, chairs, lamps in every bedroom Living room couch, TV stand, poofs Kitchen barstools Washer and dryer All appliances Upper Unit includes washer/dryer and appliances. Furniture value: $7,000+ RECENT WORK COMPLETED Upper unit: Hardwood floors refinished throughout New tile backsplash in kitchen New floor tile and vanity in the bathroom Recently painted bright white Lower unit: New A/C system installed New dishwasher Updated appliances New dryer New fan lights Recently painted bright while Both units: New landscaping across entire property New sprinkler system installed New Siding New electrical panel Newer Roof (2015) Total investment in improvements: $37,000+ LOCATION DETAILS On established street in Provost neighborhood University Avenue shopping and restaurants within blocks City bus stops nearby 1,600 square feet total 0.14 acres Built 1944 WHO THIS WORKS FOR Local investors who manage properties: You collect $3,600/month, handle student turnover between semesters, and replace furniture as needed. House hackers: Live in one unit (your choice of 2BR or 3BR), collect $1,800/month from the other side. This pays a large part of the mortgage. Student housing operators: You already know the BYU furnished market. This property is already working. WHAT YOU'RE BUYING A functioning business. Not a fixer. Not a conversion project. The tenants are paying. The furniture is there. The recent renovation work is done. BYU has 30,000 students. Furnished housing near campus rents fast and stays full. This property proves it-currently 100% occupied with quality tenants paying market rates. PROPERTY SPECS Address: 1243 E 520 S, Provo, UT 84606 Type: Up/down duplex Total bedrooms: 5 Total bathrooms: 2 Square footage: 1,600 Lot size: 0.14 acres Year built: 1944 Parking Spaces: 4 Zoning: Non-Conforming duplex Crucial Zoning Note: This is a Non-Conforming Duplex. This property was legally built as a duplex in 1944, before current zoning requirements. The duplex use is grandfathered and permanent. Property can be maintained, renovated, and sold as a duplex indefinitely. Properties like this-already furnished, already rented, already making money-sell fast in the BYU corridor because they require zero work to start c
Listing Agent
Chapman-Richards & Associates, Inc. License #9218682 Listed on: 12/16/2025
Co-Listing Agent
Andrea Summerhays
Chapman-Richards & Associates, Inc. License #5115935
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,577
Year Built
- Built in 1944
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Landscaped
- Sprinkler System
Home Design
- Duplex
Interior Spaces
- 1,600 Sq Ft Home
- Double Pane Windows
- Blinds
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Smart Thermostat
- Electric Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
Parking
- 5 Parking Spaces
- 1 Carport Space
- 4 Open Parking Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Storage Shed
Schools
- Provost Elementary School
- Centennial Middle School
- Timpview High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Natural Gas Connected
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- 2 Units
- Wasatch Gardens Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 55-006-0020
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,568 | $257,235 | $140,300 | $327,400 |
| 2024 | $2,568 | $252,780 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,579 | $250,305 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,436 | $238,370 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,032 | $346,700 | $138,700 | $208,000 |
| 2020 | $1,936 | $309,700 | $123,900 | $185,800 |
| 2019 | $1,732 | $288,100 | $119,400 | $168,700 |
| 2018 | $1,485 | $250,500 | $165,000 | $85,500 |
| 2017 | $1,414 | $131,120 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,276 | $110,275 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $100,265 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $957 | $87,175 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 12/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/16/2025 12/16/25 | For Sale | $525,000 | -- | $328 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | First American Title Insurance | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Provo Land Title Co | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Old Republic Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | First American | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Advanced Titrle | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Advanced Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Access Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Sundance Title Insurance Ag | |
| Trustee Deed | $117,000 | Sundance Title Insurance Ag | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Provo Land Title Company |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $328,932 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $95,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $155,250 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $186,078 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $192,940 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $92,000 | Commercial |
Source: UtahRealEstate.com
MLS Number: 2127183
APN: 55-006-0020
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