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$709,000

Sale Pending
492 Massachusetts Ave Apt 53, Boston, MA 02118
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,086 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1910
Sale Pending
20 Units
Checked: 7 hours ago
Updated: Nov 02, 2025 at 09:33AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,009
Cap Rate
2.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.40
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.3%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1910
Sale Pending
20 Units

This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath condo in the heart of the vibrant South End, combines classic comfort with urban convenience. High ceilings bring an expansive feel to every space, and sunlight pours through oversized bay windows highlighting original decorative details. The updated kitchen opens to a bright, open living area—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious primary bedroom offers skyline views of Back Bay and a walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and an updated full bath complete this unit. Beautiful hardwood floors and in-wall A/C throughout. A recently renovated common roof deck delivers stunning panoramic views, and laundry facilities are conveniently located in the basement. Surrounded by top dining, shopping, and cultural attractions, and just moments from Orange Line, bus lines, and BMC, this residence offers the best of city living. A fantastic opportunity for investors or future owner-occupants in a sought-after Boston neighborhood

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Property Details


Parking

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

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 1.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 5
  • # of Stories: 7
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Roof Type: Flat
  • Roof Material: Rubber

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $723/monthly

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: CBOSW:09P:00789S:028
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1910

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $12,415

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,009
Cap Rate
2.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.40
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.3%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$709,000
Amount financed:
-$567,200
Down payment:
$141,800
Closing costs:
$21,270
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$163,070
Square feet:
1,086
Cost per square foot:
$653
Monthly rent per square foot:
$4.14

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$567,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$3,355
Property tax:
$1,035
Insurance:
$315
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$4,705

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,500 $54,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$270 -$3,240
Operating income:
$4,230 $50,760

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (23%)
23%-$1,035-$12,415
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$315-$3,780
Property management: (8%)
8%-$360-$4,320
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$225-$2,700
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$225-$2,700
HOA fees: (16%)
16%-$724-$8,688
Total operating expenses: (64%)
64%-$2,884-$34,603

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,346 $16,152
Mortgage payments:
-$3,355 -$40,260
Cash flow:
-$2,009 -$24,108