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$1,550,000

For Sale - Active
9 Harvard Ave, Boston, MA 02121
11 Beds
3 Baths
4,389 Square Feet
0.06 Acres Lot
Built in 1890
For Sale - Active
3 Units
Checked: 2 days ago
Updated: Jun 22, 2025 at 03:06AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$6,810
Cap Rate
1.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-22.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.16
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-18.1%

Property Description


0.06 Acres Lot
Built in 1890
For Sale - Active
3 Units

Investors - Welcome to 9 Harvard Ave a just under 8% cap rate with room to grow and 5,400 sq ft of land combined! This 3 family, corner property also includes a 2,861 sq ft lot behind the building registered as 4 Arvale Rd. Currently being used as parking for the tenants. This well maintained and turnkey property offers 11 beds 3 baths, recently remodeled kitchens and baths, fully occupied with solid renters. Units 1 and 2 could be used as 5 bedrooms, Third floor unit can be used as 4 beds. Third floor is currently under market. The property can also be converted into individual condos. All floors are similar in size and layout. Hardwood floors throughout except for bathrooms and kitchens. Each unit has their own private back porches. Full basement with room for laundry and storage. 48 hours notice for all showings.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Off Street
  • Details: Off Street
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 6

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 11

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Total): 3.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 18
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Siding (Alum/Vinyl)
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof Type: Gable

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential Income
  • Land Use Subtype: Triplex

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: DORCW:14P:01461S:000
  • Lot Size: 2536 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Triplex
  • Year Built: 1890

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $8,625

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$6,810
Cap Rate
1.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-22.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.16
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-18.1%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,550,000
Amount financed:
-$1,240,000
Down payment:
$310,000
Closing costs:
$46,500
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$356,500
Square feet:
4,389
Cost per square foot:
$353
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.66

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$1,240,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.810%
Principal & interest:
$8,092
Property tax:
$719
Insurance:
$203
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$9,014

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,900 $34,800
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$174 -$2,088
Operating income:
$2,726 $32,712

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (25%)
25%-$719-$8,625
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$203-$2,436
Property management: (8%)
8%-$232-$2,784
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$145-$1,740
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$145-$1,740
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (50%)
50%-$1,444-$17,325

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,282 $15,384
Mortgage payments:
-$8,092 -$97,104
Cash flow:
$6,810 $81,720