Adam Portnoy Of The RMR Group Secures $1B Refinancing For Vertex Pharmaceuticals In Boston
50 Northern Avenue & 1 Fan Pier Boulevard
$1,000,000,000
$454/SF
Building Size
2,200,000 SF
Asset Type
Life Sciences
Closing
Aug 8, 2025
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A joint venture managed by The RMR Group has secured a $1 billion refinancing loan for Vertex Pharmaceuticals’ 1.1 million square foot headquarters located at 50 Northern Avenue & 1 Fan Pier Boulevard in Boston, MA. This refinancing replaces a $620 million CMBS loan and allocates additional funds for leasing reserves and repatriation.
Summary of transaction details:
- Property Type: Life Sciences & Office
- Transaction Amount: $1,000,000,000
- Lender: Morgan Stanley, Bank of Montreal (BOM) & Goldman Sachs
- Landlord: Adam Portnoy - The RMR Group
- Loan Type: Refinance
The refinancing deal highlights the collaboration between prominent financial institutions and real estate management entities, with Adam Portnoy representing The RMR Group in this significant transaction. The joint venture's role is essential in managing the assets for Vertex Pharmaceuticals.
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Purchase Price
Annual NOI
Loan Amount
Interest Rate (%)
Loan Term (yrs)
Down Payment (%)
Cap Rate
0.02%
Cash-on-Cash
-0.00%
Monthly Payment
$14,164
Annual Debt Svc
$169,964
Annual Cash Flow
$-11,334
DSCR
0.93