Two-Unit Duplex with Central
For Sale
$1,199,900
27 Houghton St, Boston, MA 02122
Residential Income, Boston, MA
Property Size2,639 SF
Lot Size0.12 Acres
Price / SF$454.68
Days on Market75
Property Features for 27 Houghton St
General Information
Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
R2
Bedrooms
7
Bathrooms
3
Full bathrooms
3
Rooms
Bedroom 3, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
Parking
5
Directions
off Popes Hill St (Houghton St is a one-way street).
Subdivision
Dorchester
Standard status
Active
APN
4832255
Size
2,639 SF
Lot size
0.12 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2026
Tax Annual Amount
11459
Amenities
in-unit laundry
central air conditioning
Building Details
Year built
1905
Floors in Building
3
Number of units
2
Listing Agency:
Keller Williams Realty
Listed By:
Scott Morris
(508) 238-5000
Added: Aug 4
Changed: Oct 16
Last Checked: Oct 17 at 2:06PM
MLS# 73559012
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This 2,639-square-foot duplex in Boston contains two residences. The first-floor unit has 5 rooms, 2–3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. Above it, a bi-level apartment spans two floors and includes 7 rooms, 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Improvements include Hardie Board exterior siding, hardwood floors, vinyl replacement windows, an updated roof and plumbing, tankless water heaters, and 2 newer HVAC systems with central AC. Both units have in-unit laundry. A partially finished basement adds 616 square feet of storage or workspace. The property was built in 1905 on a 0.1206-acre lot, is zoned R2, and has rear off-street parking for multiple cars.
The home is in Boston’s Neponset area, near highway access, restaurants, stores, McMorrow Playground, UMass Boston and Castle Island. Its two-unit layout and separate living spaces are complemented by a low-maintenance yard and the basement’s additional utility.
The home is in Boston’s Neponset area, near highway access, restaurants, stores, McMorrow Playground, UMass Boston and Castle Island. Its two-unit layout and separate living spaces are complemented by a low-maintenance yard and the basement’s additional utility.
Key Highlights
- Two residences: first floor has 5 rooms and 2–3 bedrooms; upper bi‑level unit has 7 rooms and 5 bedrooms
- 2,639 square feet on a 0.1206‑acre lot; built in 1905
- Partially finished basement provides an additional 616 square feet
Financial Insights
Estimated NOI and Cap Rate
NOI / Yr
$66,686
Cap Rate
5.56%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,333,720
$1.3M
Cap Rate 7%
$952,657
$952.7K
Cap Rate 9%
$740,956
$741.0K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,639 SF
Gross rent
$99.8K $37.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$4.5K −$1.70/SF
EGI
$95.3K $36.10/SF
− OpEx
−$28.6K −$10.83/SF
NOI
$66.7K $25.27/SF
Area
Boston, MA
Vacancy
4.50%
Lease Rate
$37.80 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,333,720
Cap Rate 7%
$952,657
Cap Rate 9%
$740,956
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$952.7K
$833.6K – $1.11M
NOI $66,686 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.56%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$885.6K
$774.9K – $1.03M
NOI $61,995 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.17%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.98M
$1.73M – $2.31M
NOI $138,326 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.53%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
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Current Use
Lease Details
2
Residential units
Yes
Highway access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
1,419
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 02122, MA
24,385
Population
10,039
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
35
Median Age
38%
College-Educated
81%
High-School Grad
1.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
14,344
Density / Sq Mi
$82,945
Median Household Income
$53,897
Median Earnings
$2,052
Median Rent
$656,400
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Duplex - Separate residences include a first-floor apartment and a larger upper home arranged across two levels.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 27 Houghton St Boston, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,199,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two residences: first floor has 5 rooms and 2–3 bedrooms; upper bi‑level unit has 7 rooms and 5 bedrooms; 2,639 square feet on a 0.1206‑acre lot; built in 1905; Partially finished basement provides an additional 616 square feet
