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    42-52 Federal Ave, Quincy, MA 02169

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    $1,900,000

    Mixed-use property in prime Quincy Center location.

    Type:Commercial
    Property size:
    11,943 SF
    Lot size:
    0.22 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $159/SF
    Added:
    Oct 22, 2025
    Days on Market:
    227
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 5 at 8:28 pm

    Property Features for 42-52 Federal Ave

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    11,943 SF
    Lot size
    0.22 Acres
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1935

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    Listing Contact
    Lin Xu

    Listing agent Lin Xu

    Listing office Dream Realty

    Listing date Oct 22, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Prime Quincy Center location with Business B zoning allowing for residential or commercial use.
    • Redevelopment, expansion, or repositioning opportunity on a 9,583 sq ft lot.
    • Ideal for boutique condos, retail, or office space development.
    • Strong visibility and convenient access to I‑93.
    • Walkable to Quincy Center T (MBTA public transportation).
    • Two existing apartments and additional commercial space provide immediate income potential.

    Overview

    Located in Quincy Center, this property at 42-54 Federal Ave offers a redevelopment or mixed-use opportunity. Zoned Business B, the 9,583 sq ft lot allows for residential or commercial use. The property includes two existing apartments and additional commercial space. The location is ideal for developers or investors looking to create boutique condos, retail, or office space. The property offers strong visibility and convenient access to I-93, and is walkable to Quincy Center T.
    Location Intelligence

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    Mixed-use properties

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Daycare Center

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Quincy
    County
    Norfolk
    State
    Massachusetts
    Longitude
    -71.0049
    Latitude
    42.2386

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - Mixed-use property in prime Quincy Center location.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 42-52 Federal Ave Quincy, MA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,900,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime Quincy Center location with Business B zoning allowing for residential or commercial use.; Redevelopment, expansion, or repositioning opportunity on a 9,583 sq ft lot.; Ideal for boutique condos, retail, or office space development.
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

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    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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