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$639,000

For Sale - Active
81 Child St Apt 3, Boston, MA 02130
2 Beds
1 Bath
932 Square Feet
0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1905
For Sale - Active
3 Units
Checked: 4 hours ago
Updated: Sep 07, 2025 at 10:22AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,691
Cap Rate
2.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.44
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.4%

Property Description


0.02 Acres Lot
Built in 1905
For Sale - Active
3 Units

Live vibrantly in this sun-splashed top-floor oasis, perfectly located between Centre Street and the Southwest Corridor. Cafés, dining, shops, and public transit are right outside your door, making city living effortless. Inside, classic charm meets smart updates with a flowing layout designed for everyday ease. The spacious kitchen makes cooking a joy, and the dining and living rooms provide a canvas for both cozy nights and lively gatherings. Two flexible bedrooms offer space for guests, a home office, or creative pursuits. And then there are the porches—the true stars of the home. Start your day with coffee on the front porch and unwind with evening breezes out back. Usher in your next chapter in comfort and style at 81 Child St, where you’ll find the perfect blend of city energy and peaceful retreat, all wrapped in the vibrant spirit of Jamaica Plain.

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Property Details


Parking

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

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 5
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding
  • Roof Type: Flat
  • Roof Material: Rubber

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $300/monthly

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: JAMAW:11P:03141S:006
  • Lot Size: 932 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1905

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $6,903

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,691
Cap Rate
2.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.44
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.4%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$639,000
Amount financed:
-$511,200
Down payment:
$127,800
Closing costs:
$19,170
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$146,970
Square feet:
932
Cost per square foot:
$686
Monthly rent per square foot:
$3.43

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$511,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$3,024
Property tax:
$575
Insurance:
$224
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$3,823

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,200 $38,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$192 -$2,304
Operating income:
$3,008 $36,096

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (18%)
18%-$575-$6,903
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$224-$2,688
Property management: (8%)
8%-$256-$3,072
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$160-$1,920
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$160-$1,920
HOA fees: (9%)
9%-$300-$3,600
Total operating expenses: (52%)
52%-$1,675-$20,103

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,333 $15,996
Mortgage payments:
-$3,024 -$36,288
Cash flow:
$1,691 $20,292