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Two-Family Corner Lot Opportunity
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$1,099,000

257 Cross Street, Winchester, MA 01890

Two-unit property on a level corner lot with frontage on two streets and separate entrances for each unit.

Property Size2,801 SF
Price / SF$392.36
Days on Market11

Property Features for 257 Cross Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,801 SF
Property subtype Multi-family

Additional Details

Road Access Yes
Multifamily Units 2

Amenities

fireplaced living room
updated kitchen
sunroom
laundry room
separate entrances

Building Details

Year Built 1960
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency: Compass
Listed By: Kim Covino & Co. Team
Source: Sredboston
Added: Jul 22 Changed: Jul 26 Last Checked: Aug 1 at 3:26AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This two-family property offers a flexible layout with two separate units and an existing footprint ready for modernization, renovation, or expansion. The first-floor unit includes a fireplaced living room, an updated kitchen, three bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a sunroom that overlooks the expansive backyard. The second unit features a living room, kitchen, two bedrooms, a laundry room, and a full bath.

Set on a large, level corner lot, the property has frontage on both Cross Street and Verplast Avenue. Separate entrances support the independent day-to-day use of each unit, providing a practical configuration for owner-occupants or investors considering improvements or reconfiguration.

Overall, the combination of a generous lot, separate entrances, and the current two-family setup creates a strong starting point for tenants, buyers, or builders looking to update the property and tailor the space to their needs.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑family property built in 1960 on a large, level corner lot with frontage on Cross Street and Verplast Avenue
  • First‑floor unit includes a fireplaced living room, updated kitchen, three bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a sunroom overlooking the backyard
  • Second unit features a flexible layout with a living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, a laundry room, and a full bath

Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $89.1k $31.80
− Vacancy −$4.4k −$1.57
EGI $84.7k $30.23
− OpEx −$25.4k −$9.07
NOI $59.3k $21.16
2,801 SF · lease $31.80/SF/yr · vacancy 4.94% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$846.7K
$740.9K – $987.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $59,270 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.39%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$796.1K
$696.6K – $928.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $55,730 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.07%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.66M
$1.45M – $1.93M (±1% cap)
NOI $116,073 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.56%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Parking Lot & Garage (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Barber Shop Home Appliance Store Cosmetic Store Auto Parts Store

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

Lease Details

2
Residential units
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

802
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 01890, MA

22,970
Population
8,283
Households
2.8
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
78%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
6.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,828
Density / Sq Mi
$218,176
Median Household Income
$107,083
Median Earnings
$2,271
Median Rent
$1,181,700
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?
Duplex - Two-unit property on a level corner lot with frontage on two streets and separate entrances for each unit.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 257 Cross Street Winchester, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,099,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑family property built in 1960 on a large, level corner lot with frontage on Cross Street and Verplast Avenue; First‑floor unit includes a fireplaced living room, updated kitchen, three bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a sunroom overlooking the backyard; Second unit features a flexible layout with a living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, a laundry room, and a full bath
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