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$599,000

For Sale - Active
164 Ruthven St Apt 1, Boston, MA 02121
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,768 Square Feet
0.04 Acres Lot
Built in 1925
For Sale - Active
3 Units
Checked: 17 hours ago
Updated: Sep 20, 2025 at 10:05AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,343
Cap Rate
3.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-11.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.53
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.3%

Property Description


0.04 Acres Lot
Built in 1925
For Sale - Active
3 Units

This stunning Boston condo blends modern updates with timeless charm in a grand Victorian-style building. Featuring high ceilings, a fully renovated kitchen with new cabinets, countertops, sink, faucet, and stainless steel appliances, plus an updated laundry space with a new washer/dryer and laundry sink. Enjoy a fully renovated primary bath, updated second bath, fresh paint throughout, and new decking off the kitchen. A new door creates a flexible third bedroom, office, guest space, family room, or den. Fireplaces have been beautifully refurbished, with tile accents and original wood preserved in the primary. Fully insulated with thoughtful updates throughout. Located near the Orange Line, commuter rail, and buses, with walkable access to Franklin Park’s trails, zoo, golf, and tennis. Close to Jamaica Plain, Harvard Arboretum, and the Emerald Necklace. Easy access to Downtown and Longwood Medical. A perfect blend of character and convenience with two private outdoor spaces and parking

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Location


Property Details


Parking

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

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 5
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

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

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $423/monthly

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: ROXBW:12P:02212S:002
  • Lot Size: 1768 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Style: Other (See Remarks)
  • Year Built: 1925

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $6,814

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,343
Cap Rate
3.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-11.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.53
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.3%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$599,000
Amount financed:
-$479,200
Down payment:
$119,800
Closing costs:
$17,970
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$137,770
Square feet:
1,768
Cost per square foot:
$339
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.04

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$479,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$2,835
Property tax:
$568
Insurance:
$252
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$3,655

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,600 $43,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$216 -$2,592
Operating income:
$3,384 $40,608

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (16%)
16%-$568-$6,814
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$252-$3,024
Property management: (8%)
8%-$288-$3,456
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$180-$2,160
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$180-$2,160
HOA fees: (12%)
12%-$424-$5,088
Total operating expenses: (53%)
53%-$1,892-$22,702

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,492 $17,904
Mortgage payments:
-$2,835 -$34,020
Cash flow:
-$1,343 -$16,116