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$3,100,000

For Sale - Active
179 Massachusetts Ave Unit 2, Boston, MA 02115
9 Beds
4 Baths
3,421 Square Feet
0.23 Acres Lot
Built in 1910
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 17 hours ago
Updated: Aug 22, 2025 at 06:43AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$11,719
Cap Rate
1.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-19.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.20
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-15.1%

Property Description


0.23 Acres Lot
Built in 1910
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Package sale of two condo units in a boutique building just steps from Berklee College of Music. The residential unit 2 (2nd floor) is leased through 8/31/2025 at $6,500/month and features approximately 1,695 sq ft with 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a spacious open-concept kitchen. Unit 3 is leased through 8/31/2025 at $7,500/month and offers approximately 1,726 sq ft with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The residential unit 3 (third floor) includes access to a private roof deck and sunroom, providing stunning views of Boston. The sale includes two garage parking spaces, with room to accommodate 2–4 cars total. This premier building offers direct elevator access to two full floors of living space. Buyers and agents to perform their own due diligence. Please note that the property tax information reflects both units combined.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 9

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 4
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 4.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 15
  • # of Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Roof Type: Flat

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: CBOSW:04P:01418S:004
  • Lot Size: 10018 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Duplex
  • Year Built: 1910

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $28,340

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$11,719
Cap Rate
1.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-19.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.20
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-15.1%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$3,100,000
Amount financed:
-$2,480,000
Down payment:
$620,000
Closing costs:
$93,000
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$713,000
Square feet:
3,421
Cost per square foot:
$906
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.25

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$2,480,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$14,670
Property tax:
$2,362
Insurance:
$539
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$17,571

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$7,700 $92,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$462 -$5,544
Operating income:
$7,238 $86,856

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (31%)
31%-$2,362-$28,341
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$539-$6,468
Property management: (8%)
8%-$616-$7,392
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$385-$4,620
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$385-$4,620
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (56%)
56%-$4,287-$51,441

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,951 $35,412
Mortgage payments:
-$14,670 -$176,040
Cash flow:
$11,719 $140,628