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$1,575,000

Sale Pending
265 Beacon St Apt 5, Boston, MA 02116
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,054 Square Feet
0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1885
Sale Pending
Units n/a
Checked: 18 hours ago
Updated: Jun 15, 2025 at 03:18AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$5,609
Cap Rate
2.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.6%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.32
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-14.0%

Property Description


0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1885
Sale Pending
Units n/a

Renovated 2-bedroom penthouse in Boston’s Back Bay with a large private roof deck offering breathtaking city and river views. This turnkey home boasts high-end finishes and designer furnishings throughout. The open kitchen features stainless steel appliances, new countertops, and a breakfast bar, seamlessly connecting to a living room with exposed brick, oversized windows, and a marble fireplace. A spiral staircase leads up to a headhouse and the spacious roof deck, ideal for entertaining or relaxing. The updated bathroom includes modern tile and a sleek shower. Both bedrooms feature hardwood floors, large windows, and built-in closets. The entryway offers a wall of custom closets for exceptional storage. Combining luxury, comfort, and unmatched views, this penthouse is in one of Boston’s most sought-after neighborhoods with easy access to Dartmouth St foot bridge, Charles River, the shops & restaurants of Newbury, Storrow Drive & all Downtown Boston has to offer

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Location


Property Details


Parking

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

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 4
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Roof Type: Mansard
  • Roof Material: Rubber

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $489/monthly

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: CBOSW:05P:02674S:016
  • Lot Size: 1054 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1885

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $14,619

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$5,609
Cap Rate
2.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.6%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.32
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-14.0%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,575,000
Amount financed:
-$1,260,000
Down payment:
$315,000
Closing costs:
$47,250
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$362,250
Square feet:
1,054
Cost per square foot:
$1,494
Monthly rent per square foot:
$5.98

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,260,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.840%
Principal & interest:
$8,248
Property tax:
$1,218
Insurance:
$441
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$9,907

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$6,300 $75,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$378 -$4,536
Operating income:
$5,922 $71,064

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (19%)
19%-$1,218-$14,619
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$441-$5,292
Property management: (8%)
8%-$504-$6,048
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$315-$3,780
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$315-$3,780
HOA fees: (8%)
8%-$490-$5,880
Total operating expenses: (52%)
52%-$3,283-$39,399

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,639 $31,668
Mortgage payments:
-$8,248 -$98,976
Cash flow:
$5,609 $67,308