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$1,095,000

For Sale - Active
18R Polk St, Boston, MA 02129
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,492 Square Feet
0.03 Acres Lot
Built in 1900
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 6 hours ago
Updated: Jun 14, 2025 at 03:19AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,111
Cap Rate
2.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.46
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.3%

Property Description


0.03 Acres Lot
Built in 1900
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Enjoy your urban sanctuary. Experience the perfect blend of classic charm and modern convenience in this beautifully updated four bedroom, two bathroom single family home with direct access private patio. Many tasteful updates including quartz countertops, brand new high-end stainless steel appliances, luxury carpeting, and freshly painted throughout. Rare first floor bedroom for you or your guest guests, or ideal as an office or den. Nearby full bathroom with laundry! A truly flexible floorplan for today's living! The private sun-filled patio is perfect for relaxing and alfresco dining. The bedrooms are generously sized, even fit for a king size bedroom set. Bright & airy throughout! A big clean basement for endless storage or a perfect workshop space. This easy to maintain home, including perennial gardens at the front entrance, has been thoughtfully designed and is close to all Charlestown/Boston has to offer. Don't miss this opportunity to own a single family home! A True Value!

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Details: On Street
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 7
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Siding (Alum/Vinyl)
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof Type: Flat

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: CHARW:02P:00140S:000
  • Lot Size: 1251 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1900

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $5,777

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,111
Cap Rate
2.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.46
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.3%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,095,000
Amount financed:
-$876,000
Down payment:
$219,000
Closing costs:
$32,850
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$251,850
Square feet:
1,492
Cost per square foot:
$734
Monthly rent per square foot:
$3.02

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$876,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.840%
Principal & interest:
$5,734
Property tax:
$482
Insurance:
$315
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$6,531

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,500 $54,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$270 -$3,240
Operating income:
$4,230 $50,760

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (11%)
11%-$482-$5,778
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$315-$3,780
Property management: (8%)
8%-$360-$4,320
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$225-$2,700
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$225-$2,700
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (36%)
36%-$1,607-$19,278

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,623 $31,476
Mortgage payments:
-$5,734 -$68,808
Cash flow:
$3,111 $37,332