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$2,099,000

For Sale - Active
39 Union St, Boston, MA 02108
9 Beds
3 Baths
3,615 Square Feet
0.16 Acres Lot
Built in 1890
For Sale - Active
3 Units
Checked: 3 hours ago
Updated: Sep 03, 2025 at 10:20AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$8,666
Cap Rate
0.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-21.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.13
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-16.8%

Property Description


0.16 Acres Lot
Built in 1890
For Sale - Active
3 Units

Homeowners, Investors and Developers, OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS! Exceptional corner lot triple decker nestled in a quiet neighborhood next to Brighton Center. This residence is offering the best of both worlds: a peaceful residential atmosphere and convenient access to everywhere. Filled with abundance of natural lights, each unit features three bedrooms, one bathroom, living room with dining area, kitchen with quartz countertop and upgraded cabinets. High ceiling basement with level access to backyard provides great value for potential developments. This property is professionally managed and well-maintained. It is in excellent condition! The current leases end on Aug 31st. Rent for Unit 1 is $3700, both Unit 2 and Unit 3 are $3500. Side by side off street parking is accessible from both Union St and Snow St. Conveniently located near BC and BU, 2.7 miles to Harvard, 3.2 miles to MIT, walking distance to the Green Line and Boston Medical Center-Brighton.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
  • Details: Paved, Off Street, On Street
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 6

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 9

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Total): 3.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 18
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished

Exterior Features

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

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: BRIGW:22P:05334S:000
  • Lot Size: 6876 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Triplex
  • Year Built: 1890

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $17,920

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$8,666
Cap Rate
0.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-21.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.13
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-16.8%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$2,099,000
Amount financed:
-$1,679,200
Down payment:
$419,800
Closing costs:
$62,970
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$482,770
Square feet:
3,615
Cost per square foot:
$581
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.11

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,679,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$9,933
Property tax:
$1,493
Insurance:
$280
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$11,706

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,000 $48,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$240 -$2,880
Operating income:
$3,760 $45,120

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (37%)
37%-$1,493-$17,920
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$280-$3,360
Property management: (8%)
8%-$320-$3,840
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (62%)
62%-$2,493-$29,920

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,267 $15,204
Mortgage payments:
-$9,933 -$119,196
Cash flow:
$8,666 $103,992