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    470 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215

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    $5,230,000

    Mixed-use brownstone with diversified income stream in sought-after location.

    Type:Commercial
    Added:
    Jan 17, 2026
    Days on Market:
    140
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 21 at 6:08 am

    Property Features for 470 Commonwealth Avenue

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1899

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    Listing Contact
    Nicholas Herz

    Listing agent Nicholas Herz

    Listing office Boston Realty Advisors

    Listing date Jan 17, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime location on Commonwealth Avenue in Kenmore Square.
    • Diversified income stream from six residential units, street‑level retail, and first‑floor commercial space.
    • Four private off‑street parking spaces.
    • Classic 1930s‑era architectural details in residential units.
    • Strong visibility and foot traffic for the commercial component.
    • Long‑term appreciation potential in a premier submarket.

    Overview

    This mixed-use brownstone is located along Commonwealth Avenue in Kenmore Square, Boston. The property at 470 Commonwealth Avenue consists of six residential units, street-level retail, and first-floor commercial space. The residential units feature architectural details from the 1930s. The commercial component benefits from visibility and foot traffic. Four private off-street parking spaces enhance the property. Colloquially referred to as 470 Comm Ave, it presents investors with long-term appreciation potential in a premier submarket.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Donna Franca Tours Travel Agency BLUEMOON SMOKE SHOP (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

    Suggested Use

    Law Firm Restaurant Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Hair Salon Dental Office Nail Salon Food Market Grocery & Convenience Store Daycare Center

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Boston
    County
    Suffolk
    State
    Massachusetts
    Longitude
    -71.09357
    Latitude
    42.34854

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - Mixed-use brownstone with diversified income stream in sought-after location.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 470 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $5,230,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location on Commonwealth Avenue in Kenmore Square.; Diversified income stream from six residential units, street‑level retail, and first‑floor commercial space.; Four private off‑street parking spaces.
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    Nicholas Herz
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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