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Historic Four-Story Multifamily Property
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$9,950,000

164 Marlborough St, Boston, MA 02116

Corner-lot brick building with historic designation and dorm zoning, suitable for conversion or restoration.

Property Size9,504 SF
Price / SF$1,046
Days on Market143

Property Features for 164 Marlborough St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 9,504 SF
Property subtype Multi-Family
Zoning Dorm

Building Details

Year Built 1899
Buildings 1
Stories 4
Construction brick
Listing Agency: Fairfield Realty
Listed By: Paul Gleason
Source: Billskerry
Added: Apr 14 Changed: Aug 29 Last Checked: Sep 1 at 10:07PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located at 164 Marlborough Street in Boston, this 9,504-square-foot multifamily property dates to 1899 and rises four stories above a corner lot. The brick exterior incorporates black brick trim, brownstone detailing, and decorative green and blue tile elements. Architect Henry Hobson Richardson designed the building, which originally served as the Algonquin Club.

The property was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. It is currently zoned as a dorm, while the existing structure offers a documented path for conversion or restoration as a single-family residence. The building’s architectural character, historic designation, and substantial scale create a distinctive redevelopment profile within Boston’s Marlborough Street setting.

Key Highlights

  • 9,504‑square‑foot, four‑story brick building on a corner lot
  • Designed by architect Henry Hobson Richardson
  • Built in 1899 with black brick, brownstone, and decorative tile details

Property Analytics

Current Use

Crowninshield House Tour Operator

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store HVAC Service Home Appliance Store Daycare Center Butcher Plumbing Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

10,158
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 02116, MA

23,408
Population
14,110
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
77%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
0.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
39,013
Density / Sq Mi
$127,309
Median Household Income
$85,296
Median Earnings
$2,341
Median Rent
$1,583,500
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Multifamily property - Corner-lot brick building with historic designation and dorm zoning, suitable for conversion or restoration.
Where is this multifamily property located?
The property is located at 164 Marlborough St Boston, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $9,950,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 9,504‑square‑foot, four‑story brick building on a corner lot; Designed by architect Henry Hobson Richardson; Built in 1899 with black brick, brownstone, and decorative tile details
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