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$2,699,000

For Sale - Active
581 Cambridge St, Boston, MA 02134
9 Beds
6 Baths
4,162 Square Feet
0.24 Acres Lot
Built in 1877
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 2 hours ago
Updated: Sep 05, 2025 at 12:25AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$11,863
Cap Rate
0.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-22.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.07
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-18.1%

Property Description


0.24 Acres Lot
Built in 1877
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Rare offering in one of Allston’s most active rental corridors - 581 Cambridge St is a turn-key, income-producing asset with long-term land value and future flexibility. Set on a massive 10,550 sqft lot, this unique compound includes two fully leased, separately metered structures: a 2-family Victorian and detached carriage house. Currently earning $13,000/month with minimal overhead, this is ideal for investors seeking stable, low-maintenance income today with the option to redevelop, condo convert, or expand in the future (buyer to verify). Well-maintained with no major capital needs, all units feature in-unit laundry and central A/C. Enjoy multiple private decks and a patio, ample off-street parking, and an unbeatable location steps from Harvard Ave, the Green Line, and Boston’s top universities. Rare opportunity to land bank in a high-demand neighborhood while earning strong, reliable returns. Open houses 8/16 12:00-2:00pm, 8/17 11:00am-1:00pm and 8/19 5:00-7:00pm

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Off Street
  • Details: Shared Driveway, Off Street, Unpaved
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 9

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 9

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 6
  • # of Baths (Total): 6.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 16
  • # of Stories: 6
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Concrete Block
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof Type: Hip
  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential Income
  • Land Use Subtype: General - Multi-Family

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: ALLSW:21P:01309S:000
  • Lot Size: 10551 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Triplex
  • Year Built: 1877

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $23,034

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$11,863
Cap Rate
0.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-22.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.07
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-18.1%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$2,699,000
Amount financed:
-$2,159,200
Down payment:
$539,800
Closing costs:
$80,970
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$620,770
Square feet:
4,162
Cost per square foot:
$648
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.99

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$2,159,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$12,772
Property tax:
$1,920
Insurance:
$287
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$14,979

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,100 $49,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$246 -$2,952
Operating income:
$3,854 $46,248

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (47%)
47%-$1,920-$23,034
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$287-$3,444
Property management: (8%)
8%-$328-$3,936
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$205-$2,460
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$205-$2,460
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (72%)
72%-$2,945-$35,334

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$909 $10,908
Mortgage payments:
-$12,772 -$153,264
Cash flow:
-$11,863 -$142,356