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$749,000

For Sale - Active
257 Northampton St Unit 509, Boston, MA 02118
1 Bed
1 Bath
833 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 2011
For Sale - Active
45 Units
Checked: 1 day ago
Updated: Jun 15, 2025 at 03:20AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,635
Cap Rate
1.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.26
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.7%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 2011
For Sale - Active
45 Units

Fresh painted. Experience contemporary living in The Modern, a highly sought-after building in South End, bordering Back Bay and The Fenway. This rarely available one-bedroom condo features abundant natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows, blending a loft-like atmosphere with a traditional layout. The spacious living area offers stunning city views, while the full-sized kitchen boasts glossy white cabinets, solid-surface countertops, gas cooking, and a breakfast bar. The ample bathroom includes marble tile and a soaking tub. Enjoy wood flooring throughout, central air, in-unit laundry, and a balcony. The building offers an impressive common roof deck with a gas grill and breathtaking city views. Located just two blocks from public transportation and moments away from everything Boston has to offer.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 1

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 1.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 3
  • # of Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Roof Type: Flat

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $611/monthly

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: ROXBW:09P:00956S:100
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 2011

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $8,251

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,635
Cap Rate
1.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.26
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.7%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$749,000
Amount financed:
-$599,200
Down payment:
$149,800
Closing costs:
$22,470
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$172,270
Square feet:
833
Cost per square foot:
$899
Monthly rent per square foot:
$3.84

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$599,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$3,544
Property tax:
$688
Insurance:
$224
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$4,456

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,200 $38,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$192 -$2,304
Operating income:
$3,008 $36,096

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (21%)
21%-$688-$8,251
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$224-$2,688
Property management: (8%)
8%-$256-$3,072
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$160-$1,920
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$160-$1,920
HOA fees: (19%)
19%-$611-$7,332
Total operating expenses: (66%)
66%-$2,099-$25,183

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$909 $10,908
Mortgage payments:
-$3,544 -$42,528
Cash flow:
$2,635 $31,620