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$2,739,500

For Sale - Active
281 Cardinal Medeiros Ave, Cambridge, MA 02141
7 Beds
4 Baths
3,792 Square Feet
0.06 Acres Lot
Built in 1894
For Sale - Active
3 Units
Checked: 21 hours ago
Updated: Sep 03, 2025 at 10:10AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$10,471
Cap Rate
1.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-19.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.19
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-15.3%

Property Description


0.06 Acres Lot
Built in 1894
For Sale - Active
3 Units

Newly renovated three-family residence nestled at a corner lot in one of Cambridge’s most desirable locations. Right next to Kendall Sq., walking distance to MIT and Kendall/MIT Red Line T Station, less than two miles to MGH. Unit 1 offers two levels of comfort living. Ground level features three bedrooms, a full bathroom, kitchen w/ custom cabinetry and quartz countertop island. Lower level hosts an office, a full bathroom and extra living/entertainment area. Both Unit 2 & 3 features an eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms, one bath and a comfortable living room. Unit 2 also offer an office. Each unit is equipped with its own separate utilities and HVAC systems. Plus, total four off street parking, including two garage parking spaces accessing from Vandine St. All units are under Aug. 31st leasing cycle, generating $11,150 in rent per month. Additionally, ADU and Cambridge new zoning rule might work to this property. Buyer and buyer's agent do their own due diligence.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Details: Off Street, On Street
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 4

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 7

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 12
  • # of Stories: 4
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Asbestos Shingle
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof Type: Flat
  • Roof Material: Rubber

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential Income
  • Land Use Subtype: Triplex

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: CAMBM:00040L:00108
  • Lot Size: 2732 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Triplex
  • Year Built: 1894

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $11,480

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Heat Pump, Baseboard
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, Window Unit(s)

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$10,471
Cap Rate
1.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-19.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.19
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-15.3%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$2,739,500
Amount financed:
-$2,191,600
Down payment:
$547,900
Closing costs:
$82,185
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$630,085
Square feet:
3,792
Cost per square foot:
$722
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.32

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$2,191,600
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$12,964
Property tax:
$957
Insurance:
$350
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$14,271

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$5,000 $60,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$300 -$3,600
Operating income:
$4,700 $56,400

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (19%)
19%-$957-$11,480
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$350-$4,200
Property management: (8%)
8%-$400-$4,800
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$250-$3,000
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$250-$3,000
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (44%)
44%-$2,207-$26,480

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,493 $29,916
Mortgage payments:
-$12,964 -$155,568
Cash flow:
$10,471 $125,652