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$649,000

Sale Pending
309 Emerson St Unit 16, Boston, MA 02127
1 Bed
1 Bath
715 Square Feet
0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1887
Sale Pending
18 Units
Checked: 1 day ago
Updated: Jun 07, 2025 at 03:26AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,730
Cap Rate
2.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.44
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.5%

Property Description


0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1887
Sale Pending
18 Units

Impressive Penthouse with Unmatched Skyline Views! Prepare to be wowed by this exceptional 1-bedroom corner penthouse in lauded City Point, perched on the 5th floor of a well-maintained elevator building. Flooded with natural light and offering panoramic vistas of Boston from every window, this large sun-splashed 1-bed blends historic charm w/ modern sophistication. The open-concept layout features gleaming bamboo-style hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, recessed lighting, and central air. A sleek, modern kitchen is complemented by in-unit laundry, while the bedroom boasts $8,000 in custom closets. Additional perks include deeded basement storage—ideal for seasonal items or extra belongings. Located in a professionally managed building with strong financial reserves, and perfectly positioned on a charming stretch of Emerson Street between L and M, you're just steps from East Broadway, public transit, and a leisurely stroll to the beach. This remarkable penthouse truly checks every box!

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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
  • Roof Material: Rubber

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $449/monthly

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: SBOSW:06P:02576S:016
  • Lot Size: 715 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1887

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $7,498

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,730
Cap Rate
2.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.44
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.5%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$649,000
Amount financed:
-$519,200
Down payment:
$129,800
Closing costs:
$19,470
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$149,270
Square feet:
715
Cost per square foot:
$908
Monthly rent per square foot:
$4.90

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$519,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$3,071
Property tax:
$625
Insurance:
$245
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$3,941

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,500 $42,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$210 -$2,520
Operating income:
$3,290 $39,480

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (18%)
18%-$625-$7,498
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$245-$2,940
Property management: (8%)
8%-$280-$3,360
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$175-$2,100
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$175-$2,100
HOA fees: (13%)
13%-$449-$5,388
Total operating expenses: (56%)
56%-$1,949-$23,386

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,341 $16,092
Mortgage payments:
-$3,071 -$36,852
Cash flow:
$1,730 $20,760