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32 Franklin St New Bedford, MA 02740

32 Franklin St, New Bedford, MA, 02740
$529,900
For Sale
$529,900

Nearly 3,000 SF three-family home offers two three-bedroom units plus one two-bedroom unit with walk-up attic space.

Property Size3,000 SF
Price / SF$176.63
Days on Market91

Property Features for 32 Franklin St

General Information

Standard status
Active
Size
3,000 SF
Property subtype
Investment

Building Details

Year Built
1912
Listing agency
Listed by Lily Bertoncini
Source Elliman
Added: Apr 24 Updated: Jul 20 at 7:20PM Checked: Jul 22 at 11:02AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This nearly 3,000 SF three-family home is newly offered and positioned for long-term ownership. The property features a maintenance-free exterior with vinyl siding and includes three levels with two three-bedroom apartments and one two-bedroom apartment. Each unit is fully applianced and includes hardwood floors and tile bathroom finishes, with sun-filled bedrooms and practical floor plans.

Additional space includes walk-up attic access for all three units. A finished basement and a private green backyard add further utility for everyday use.

The configuration allows for flexible possibilities, including the option to convert the layout to a fourth unit or a top-level townhouse, subject to applicable requirements. The home also presents as a straightforward residential income asset with multiple bedroom configurations and on-site storage and expansion space via the attics.

Key Highlights

  • Nearly 3,000 SF 3‑family home (built 1912) with 4 bathrooms
  • Unit mix: two 3‑bedroom apartments and one 2‑bedroom apartment, all fully applianced
  • Walk‑up attic space with potential to make 4 units or a top‑unit townhouse (buyer to verify)

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 $66.6k $22.20
− Vacancy −$5.0k −$1.67
EGI $61.6k $20.54
− OpEx −$18.5k −$6.16
NOI $43.1k $14.37
3,000 SF · lease $22.20/SF/yr · vacancy 7.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$616.1K
$539.1K – $718.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $43,124 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.14%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$565.6K
$494.9K – $659.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $39,590 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.47%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$884.6K
$774.0K – $1.03M (±1% cap)
NOI $61,920 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.69%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Triplexes

Suggested Use

Computer & Electronic Repair (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Tech Support Center Home Appliance Store Veterinary Clinic Pet Grooming Service Skin Care Clinic (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Pet Store & Service

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Nearly 3,000 SF three-family home offers two three-bedroom units plus one two-bedroom unit with walk-up attic space.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 32 Franklin St New Bedford, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $529,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Nearly 3,000 SF 3‑family home (built 1912) with 4 bathrooms; Unit mix: two 3‑bedroom apartments and one 2‑bedroom apartment, all fully applianced; Walk‑up attic space with potential to make 4 units or a top‑unit townhouse (buyer to verify)
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