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$11,500,000

For Sale - Active
395 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215
23 Beds
12 Baths
14,256 Square Feet
0.11 Acres Lot
Built in 1899
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 23 hours ago
Updated: May 22, 2025 at 11:42AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$63,810
Cap Rate
-0.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-28.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
-0.06
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-23.9%

Property Description


0.11 Acres Lot
Built in 1899
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Introducing the Ayer Mansion, widely regarded as one of the most stunning and distinctive addresses on Commonwealth Avenue in Back Bay. A National Historic Landmark, the Ayer Mansion is the last surviving example of a complete residential commission by the famed American artist, designer, and craftsman Louis Comfort Tiffany. Tiffany combined exotic architectural style with masterful design elements to create a museum-quality masterpiece that is just as unique now as it was at its unveiling at the turn of the 20th century. Soaring arched ceilings, shimmering opalescent glass and mosaics, oversized bow-front windows with stained-glass panels, intricate, handcrafted moldings and woodwork, a grand elliptical staircase and a striking mosaic trompe-l’œil Greek temple revealed through a proscenium arch are just some of the many highlights of this magnificent property. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make this outstanding residence of timeless artistic significance home.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 4

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 23

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 8
  • # of Baths (Partial): 4
  • # of Baths (Total): 12.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 30
  • # of Stories: 5
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Foundation: Other
  • Roof Type: Flat

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: CBOSW:05P:03829S:000
  • Lot Size: 4898 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Other (See Remarks)
  • Year Built: 1899

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $119,784

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$63,810
Cap Rate
-0.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-28.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
-0.06
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-23.9%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$11,500,000
Amount financed:
-$9,200,000
Down payment:
$2,300,000
Closing costs:
$345,000
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$2,645,000
Square feet:
14,256
Cost per square foot:
$807
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.63

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$9,200,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.810%
Principal & interest:
$60,038
Property tax:
$9,982
Insurance:
$630
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$70,650

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$9,000 $108,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$540 -$6,480
Operating income:
$8,460 $101,520

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (111%)
111%-$9,982-$119,784
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$630-$7,560
Property management: (8%)
8%-$720-$8,640
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$450-$5,400
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$450-$5,400
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (136%)
136%-$12,232-$146,784

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
-$3,772 -$45,264
Mortgage payments:
-$60,038 -$720,456
Cash flow:
$63,810 $765,720