271 W 5th St Boston, MA 02127

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Year Built

1890

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This West Side two-family property presents an opportunity for investors or owner-occupiers. Unit 1 is currently leased for $6,225 until August 2027. Unit 2 will be available for owner occupancy starting September 1, 2026, as the current tenant is not renewing. The property is situated in a sought-after location near West Broadway and Dorchester Street, two blocks from Lincoln and Loco on West Broadway. It offers convenient access to the Broadway and Andrew Redline stations, as well as MBTA bus routes 7, 9, 10, and 11. Each unit features in-unit laundry, dishwashers, gas heat, central AC, and decks. Unit 1 is a spacious, modern apartment with 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, while Unit 2 has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The property size is 2285 square feet. The annual rent is $145,500, resulting in a 6.9% cap rate before expenses and a 5.7% cap rate after actual 2025 expenses. Income and expense data, along with existing leases, are available.

Key Highlights

• High annual rental income of $145,500, resulting in a 6.9% cap rate before expenses.
• Opportunity for owner‑occupancy starting 9/1/2026 in Unit 2, which has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Unit 1 is currently leased for $6,225 until 8/2027, providing immediate rental income.

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FAQs

What type of property is this?

Duplex - Two-family property near West Broadway with income potential.

Where is this duplex located?

The property is located at 271 W 5th St Boston, MA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $2,100,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: High annual rental income of $145,500, resulting in a 6.9% cap rate before expenses.; Opportunity for owner‑occupancy starting 9/1/2026 in Unit 2, which has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.; Unit 1 is currently leased for $6,225 until 8/2027, providing immediate rental income.