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$1,949,000

For Sale - Active
318 Commonwealth Ave Apt 3, Boston, MA 02115
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,339 Square Feet
0.03 Acres Lot
Built in 1890
For Sale - Active
5 Units
Checked: 2 hours ago
Updated: Aug 22, 2025 at 06:13AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$6,722
Cap Rate
1.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.0%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.27
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.4%

Property Description


0.03 Acres Lot
Built in 1890
For Sale - Active
5 Units

This elegant 2-bed, 1.5-bath home on tree-lined Commonwealth Ave offers 1,339 sq ft of charm. Located on the 2nd floor of a professionally managed brownstone, it features high ceilings, classic details, and a spacious entry foyer with built-in desk. The front-facing living/dining room boasts a fireplace and bay window with lovely views. The updated chef’s kitchen includes a Viking gas range, breakfast bar, honed granite counters, marble backsplash, and its own window. Both south-facing bedrooms are bright, with the primary featuring another bay window and decorative fireplace. Includes 1 tandem parking space.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Deeded, Tandem
  • Details: Tandem
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 1

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

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

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Roof Type: Mansard

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $748/monthly

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: CBOSW:05P:03037S:006
  • Lot Size: 1339 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1890

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $19,787

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$6,722
Cap Rate
1.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.0%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.27
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.4%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,949,000
Amount financed:
-$1,559,200
Down payment:
$389,800
Closing costs:
$58,470
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$448,270
Square feet:
1,339
Cost per square foot:
$1,456
Monthly rent per square foot:
$5.30

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,559,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$9,223
Property tax:
$1,649
Insurance:
$497
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$11,369

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$7,100 $85,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$426 -$5,112
Operating income:
$6,674 $80,088

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (23%)
23%-$1,649-$19,787
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$497-$5,964
Property management: (8%)
8%-$568-$6,816
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$355-$4,260
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$355-$4,260
HOA fees: (11%)
11%-$749-$8,988
Total operating expenses: (59%)
59%-$4,173-$50,075

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$2,501 $30,012
Mortgage payments:
-$9,223 -$110,676
Cash flow:
$6,722 $80,664