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Victorian Two-Family Residence

26-26A Richardson Avenue Wakefield, MA 01880

26-26A Richardson Avenue, Wakefield, MA, 01880
$899,000
For Sale
$899,000

Well-maintained Victorian duplex offering two units with separate utilities, hardwood flooring, and basement laundry plus attic storage for unit 2.

Property Size2,037 SF
Price / SF$441.34
Days on Market71

Property Features for 26-26A Richardson Avenue

General Information

Standard status
Active
Size
2,037 SF
Property subtype
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Building Details

Year Built
1800
Listing agency Leading Edge Real Estate
Listed by Lauren O'Brien & Co. Team
Source Lockandkeyre
Added: May 12 Updated: Jul 20 at 6:48PM Checked: Jul 21 at 3:34AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This beautifully maintained Victorian two-family residence offers two distinct living arrangements with classic interior finishes. Hardwood flooring, high ceilings, crown molding, and abundant natural light run throughout, supporting a timeless look and feel. The first-floor unit features two bedrooms, a functioning fireplace, French doors, and access to a farmer’s porch. The second unit is townhouse-style across two levels with three bedrooms, an open-concept living area, and a private deck off a bedroom. Custom built-in dining room cabinetry with granite countertops adds both display and counter space.

Additional practical features include separate utilities for each unit, along with laundry and storage in the basement and attic for unit 2. The property also includes a two-car garage and outdoor space for relaxing or entertaining.

The layout is designed to support both day-to-day owner use and rental income, with the flexibility of separate utilities and dedicated storage amenities between the units.

Key Highlights

  • Victorian 2‑family built in 1800 with two separate units and spacious layouts
  • First‑floor unit: 2 bedrooms, functioning fireplace, French doors, and farmer’s porch
  • Second (townhouse‑style) unit spans 2 levels with 3 bedrooms, open‑concept living, and a private deck off a bedroom

Local 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 $64.8k $31.80
− Vacancy −$3.2k −$1.57
EGI $61.6k $30.23
− OpEx −$18.5k −$9.07
NOI $43.1k $21.16
2,037 SF · lease $31.80/SF/yr · vacancy 4.94% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$615.8K
$538.8K – $718.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $43,104 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.79%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$579.0K
$506.6K – $675.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $40,529 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.51%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.21M
$1.06M – $1.41M (±1% cap)
NOI $84,413 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.39%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Big Box & Wholesale Store Locksmith (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Furniture & Home Goods (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Florist Carpet & Flooring Store Cafe & Coffee Shop (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Parking Lot & Garage

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Well-maintained Victorian duplex offering two units with separate utilities, hardwood flooring, and basement laundry plus attic storage for unit 2.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 26-26A Richardson Avenue Wakefield, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $899,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Victorian 2‑family built in 1800 with two separate units and spacious layouts; First‑floor unit: 2 bedrooms, functioning fireplace, French doors, and farmer’s porch; Second (townhouse‑style) unit spans 2 levels with 3 bedrooms, open‑concept living, and a private deck off a bedroom
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