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$1,595,000

For Sale - Active
379 Shawmut Ave, Boston, MA 02118
5 Beds
2 Baths
1,590 Square Feet
0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1840
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 16 hours ago
Updated: Sep 03, 2025 at 10:05AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,693
Cap Rate
2.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-12.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.51
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.7%

Property Description


0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1840
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

In the beating heart of Boston’s historic South End, a vibrant neighborhood within a 10-minute walking distance to nearby cafés, SoWa Market, parks, Boston Medical Center, and public transit, sits this classical brick 5-bed 2-bath 1450+ sqft home. The open-concept first floor features high ceilings and is drenched in natural light, a gorgeous exposed brick wall, and a thoughtfully extended kitchen leading to the absolutely delightful cedar fenced yard with a private brick patio. One of the earliest homes on the street, this residence blends original charm, like gorgeous historic decorative molding, with flexible living space and room to grow. Whilesome interior updates have been made, the home invites the next owner to bring their vision and unlock its full potential. Resident permit and visitor parking available. Let this historic charmer sweep you off your feet. Come view today!

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Property Details


Parking

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

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 5

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Roof Type: Gable
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Rubber

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: CBOSW:09P:00058S:000
  • Lot Size: 950 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Other (See Remarks)
  • Year Built: 1840

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $18,323

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Steam
  • Cooling: None

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,693
Cap Rate
2.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-12.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.51
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.7%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,595,000
Amount financed:
-$1,276,000
Down payment:
$319,000
Closing costs:
$47,850
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$366,850
Square feet:
1,590
Cost per square foot:
$1,003
Monthly rent per square foot:
$4.91

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,276,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$7,548
Property tax:
$1,527
Insurance:
$546
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$9,621

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$7,800 $93,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$468 -$5,616
Operating income:
$7,332 $87,984

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (20%)
20%-$1,527-$18,323
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$546-$6,552
Property management: (8%)
8%-$624-$7,488
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$390-$4,680
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$390-$4,680
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (45%)
45%-$3,477-$41,723

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$3,855 $46,260
Mortgage payments:
-$7,548 -$90,576
Cash flow:
$3,693 $44,316