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$18,000,000

For Sale - Active
55 Fayerweather St, Cambridge, MA 02138
7 Beds
9 Baths
8,728 Square Feet
0.38 Acres Lot
Built in 1905
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 7 hours ago
Updated: Aug 22, 2025 at 06:46AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$85,813
Cap Rate
0.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-24.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
-0.01
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-20.0%

Property Description


0.38 Acres Lot
Built in 1905
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

This impressive offering is discreetly nestled in West Cambridge not far from Harvard Square and the Charles River. A stunning testament to its visionary owners, the home offers a seamless blend of a contemporary art gallery aesthetic with the timeless elegance of a 19th-century Georgian Revival estate. Striking a balance between modern and traditional, the residence pairs period charm with luxe minimalist interiors. The resulting property is a true tour de force from Boston-based architecture and design firm Stern McCafferty. A striking Cor-Ten steel addition adds warm and earthy tones, complementing the traditional 1905 brick structure. Insulated from the outside world by lush, meticulously maintained grounds, this extraordinary property offers an array of outdoor spaces including shaded patios, vibrant gardens, cascading vines, and a versatile sport court. This dream-like property presents a rare opportunity for the most discerning buyer—an experience beyond words.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Covered
  • Details: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 7

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 8
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 9.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 16
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Stucco
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof Type: Gable

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: CAMBM:00236L:00143
  • Lot Size: 16439 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Contemporary, Georgian
  • Year Built: 1905

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $73,819

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Middlesex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$85,813
Cap Rate
0.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-24.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
-0.01
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-20.0%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$18,000,000
Amount financed:
-$14,400,000
Down payment:
$3,600,000
Closing costs:
$540,000
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$4,140,000
Square feet:
8,728
Cost per square foot:
$2,062
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.92

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$14,400,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$85,181
Property tax:
$6,152
Insurance:
$560
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$91,893

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$8,000 $96,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$480 -$5,760
Operating income:
$7,520 $90,240

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (77%)
77%-$6,152-$73,819
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$560-$6,720
Property management: (8%)
8%-$640-$7,680
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$400-$4,800
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$400-$4,800
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (102%)
102%-$8,152-$97,819

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
-$632 -$7,584
Mortgage payments:
-$85,181 -$1,022,172
Cash flow:
$85,813 $1,029,756