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$3,399,000

For Sale - Active
178 Larch Rd, Cambridge, MA 02138
5 Beds
5 Baths
3,836 Square Feet
0.07 Acres Lot
Built in 1906
For Sale - Active
2 Units
Checked: 16 hours ago
Updated: Sep 03, 2025 at 10:11AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$14,408
Cap Rate
0.6%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-22.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.10
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-17.3%

Property Description


0.07 Acres Lot
Built in 1906
For Sale - Active
2 Units

TOUR TODAY + Discover luxury and lifestyle in this stunning 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath single-family Cambridge home. Ideally located in a prime area with a suburban feel. This new residence perfectly blends elegance and active living. The chef’s kitchen boasts a Sub Zero and Wolf appliance package, complemented by a bonus butler's pantry for large gatherings. The home's design highlights exquisite craftsmanship throughout. Retreat to the private lower level featuring a luxury wet bar and convenient laundry room. Luxurious bathrooms across all levels showcase high-end tile work. The private yard is perfect for relaxation and lively BBQs. Find nearby a James Beard nominated restaurant, Huron Village with additional restaurants, shops and beloved Formaggio Kitchen - all within a few short blocks. Fresh Pond Recreation area is around the corner. Priced attractively at $938/ppsf, this home offers unparalleled living. Email us to schedule a viewing at your convenience.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Off Street
  • Details: Off Street
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 5

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 4
  • # of Baths (Total): 5.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 14
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Attic: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Siding (Alum/Vinyl)
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Duplex

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: CAMBM:00259L:00008
  • Lot Size: 2966 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1906

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $21,277

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$14,408
Cap Rate
0.6%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-22.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.10
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-17.3%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$3,399,000
Amount financed:
-$2,719,200
Down payment:
$679,800
Closing costs:
$101,970
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$781,770
Square feet:
3,836
Cost per square foot:
$886
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.30

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$2,719,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$16,085
Property tax:
$1,773
Insurance:
$350
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$18,208

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$5,000 $60,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$300 -$3,600
Operating income:
$4,700 $56,400

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (35%)
35%-$1,773-$21,277
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$350-$4,200
Property management: (8%)
8%-$400-$4,800
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$250-$3,000
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$250-$3,000
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (60%)
60%-$3,023-$36,277

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,677 $20,124
Mortgage payments:
-$16,085 -$193,020
Cash flow:
$14,408 $172,896