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$5,500,000

For Sale - Active
2 Commonwealth Ave Apt 8G, Boston, MA 02116
3 Beds
4 Baths
2,467 Square Feet
0.06 Acres Lot
Built in 1982
For Sale - Active
53 Units
Checked: 16 hours ago
Updated: Sep 03, 2025 at 10:15AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$30,922
Cap Rate
-1.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-29.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
-0.19
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-24.2%

Property Description


0.06 Acres Lot
Built in 1982
For Sale - Active
53 Units

Spacious corner duplex at the luxurious Carlton House on the corner of Commonwealth Avenue and Arlington Streets in the heart of the Back Bay. Magnificent location overlooking the Commonwealth Avenue Mall and neighboring the Boston Public Garden, a short block to Newbury Street. Full service building with 24/7 Concierge, Doorman, Elevator, and Valet Parking. This home boasts a comfortable layout with gracious entertaining space on the lower floor plus an office/den and powder room. New kitchen with new cabinets, counters, and stainless steel appliances. New hardwood floors throughout. Three good-sized bedrooms and three full baths make up the upper floor. The oversized primary suite has a large walk-in closet and a bath with shower/tub plus double vanity. In-unit laundry, central air-conditioning. Generous storage throughout. One valet garage parking space included. Exceptional value-add opportunity. Close to the best shopping, dining, and green space that the Back Bay has to offer.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Covered, Garage
  • Details: Attached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 1

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 4.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 7
  • # of Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Roof Type: Flat

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $6,292/monthly

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: CBOSW:05P:01226S:060
  • Lot Size: 2467 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1982

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $59,405

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$30,922
Cap Rate
-1.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-29.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
-0.19
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-24.2%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$5,500,000
Amount financed:
-$4,400,000
Down payment:
$1,100,000
Closing costs:
$165,000
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$1,265,000
Square feet:
2,467
Cost per square foot:
$2,229
Monthly rent per square foot:
$3.73

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$4,400,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$26,028
Property tax:
$4,950
Insurance:
$644
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$31,622

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$9,200 $110,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$552 -$6,624
Operating income:
$8,648 $103,776

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (54%)
54%-$4,950-$59,405
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$644-$7,728
Property management: (8%)
8%-$736-$8,832
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$460-$5,520
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$460-$5,520
HOA fees: (68%)
68%-$6,292-$75,504
Total operating expenses: (147%)
147%-$13,542-$162,509

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
-$4,894 -$58,728
Mortgage payments:
-$26,028 -$312,336
Cash flow:
-$30,922 -$371,064