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$1,795,000

For Sale - Active
388 Arborway, Boston, MA 02130
8 Beds
6 Baths
5,500 Square Feet
0.14 Acres Lot
Built in 1900
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 7 hours ago
Updated: May 24, 2025 at 03:28AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$7,189
Cap Rate
0.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-20.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.15
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-16.2%

Property Description


0.14 Acres Lot
Built in 1900
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

This Victorian property offers history in the heart of Jamaica Plain. Designed by architect George Harvey, & updated into a Philadelphia walk up style, this multi family property boasts period details, 6 fireplaces, beautiful wood floors & trim, 2 substantial multi level units with over 2,150 sq/ft of living area, city views, private patios & garage parking. Unit 1 is 7 rms, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, den, 4 fireplaces & en-suite laundry. Unit 2 is 7 rooms, 4-5 bedrooms & 2 full baths. This unit also has en-suit laundry, 2 fireplaces & skyline city views. There is also a separate entrance in-law suite on the lower level, (above ground), that has 3 rooms, 1 bedroom & bath with separate laundry as well. Total income is $117,600. Walk to the T, Arnold Arboretum & JP center. With modern kitchens & baths, updated Lennox hi efficiency boilers, 2023 roof & 2018 siding & gutters, this property has it all.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Details: Off Street, Common, Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 3

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 8

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 5
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 6.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 18
  • # of Stories: 5
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Siding (Alum/Vinyl)
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof Type: Gambrel
  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential Income
  • Land Use Subtype: Duplex

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: JAMAW:11P:03337S:000
  • Lot Size: 6172 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Multi Family
  • Year Built: 1900

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $20,766

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$7,189
Cap Rate
0.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-20.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.15
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-16.2%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,795,000
Amount financed:
-$1,436,000
Down payment:
$359,000
Closing costs:
$53,850
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$412,850
Square feet:
5,500
Cost per square foot:
$326
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.80

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,436,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$8,494
Property tax:
$1,731
Insurance:
$308
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$10,533

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,400 $52,800
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$264 -$3,168
Operating income:
$4,136 $49,632

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (39%)
39%-$1,731-$20,766
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$308-$3,696
Property management: (8%)
8%-$352-$4,224
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$220-$2,640
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$220-$2,640
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (64%)
64%-$2,831-$33,966

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,305 $15,660
Mortgage payments:
-$8,494 -$101,928
Cash flow:
$7,189 $86,268