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Renovated Triplex
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$1,149,000

49 West Cottage Street, Boston, MA 02125

Three apartment layouts combine updated kitchens, bathrooms, and mechanical systems, including a heat pump.

Property Size2,821 SF
Price / SF$407.30
Days on Market14

Property Features for 49 West Cottage Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,821 SF
Total Parking Spaces 1
Property subtype Multi-family
Occupancy 100%

Financials

Cap Rate 7.63%
Gross Income $98,160

Units

Unit Mix 1 x 3BR/2BA, 1 x 2BR/1BA, 1 x 1BR/1BA
Multifamily Units 3

Additional Details

Public Transit Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1880
Buildings 1
Listing Agency: Choose Boston,LLC
Listed By: Zachary Feldshuh · License #449597954
Source: Hgjohnsonrealestate
Added: Oct 4 Changed: Oct 16 Last Checked: Oct 16 at 9:29AM

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Investment Insights

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This 2,821-square-foot triplex, built in 1880, contains three apartments: a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit, a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit, and a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit. Renovations include kitchen and bathroom updates, cosmetic improvements, and refreshed mechanical systems with a new heat pump. The property is fully rented and has a 7.63% cap rate.

One parking space is located behind the building, with access from a paved driveway. Uphams Corner MBTA station provides service to South Station. South Bay offers shopping, dining, and entertainment nearby.

Key Highlights

  • Three apartments with 3‑bedroom/2‑bathroom, 2‑bedroom/1‑bathroom, and 1‑bedroom/1‑bathroom layouts
  • 2,821 square feet; built in 1880
  • Renovations include kitchens, bathrooms, cosmetic finishes, and mechanical systems with a new heat pump

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$71,285
Cap Rate
6.20%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,425,700 $1.4M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,018,357 $1.0M
Cap Rate 9%
$792,056 $792.1K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,821 SF
Gross rent
$106.6K $37.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$4.8K −$1.70/SF
EGI
$101.8K $36.10/SF
− OpEx
−$30.6K −$10.83/SF
NOI
$71.3K $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%
$1,425,700
Cap Rate 7%
$1,018,357
Cap Rate 9%
$792,056

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$1.02M
$891.1K – $1.19M (±1% cap)
NOI $71,285 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.20%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$946.7K
$828.4K – $1.10M (±1% cap)
NOI $66,271 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.77%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$2.11M
$1.85M – $2.46M (±1% cap)
NOI $147,866 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.87%
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Current Use

Triplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Real Estate Agency Accounting Firm (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Home Appliance Store Acupuncture

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Lease Details

3
Residential units
100%
Occupancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,816
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 02125, MA

34,926
Population
14,999
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
32
Median Age
42%
College-Educated
87%
High-School Grad
2.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
15,875
Density / Sq Mi
$71,810
Median Household Income
$52,106
Median Earnings
$1,897
Median Rent
$645,400
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Three apartment layouts combine updated kitchens, bathrooms, and mechanical systems, including a heat pump.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 49 West Cottage Street Boston, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,149,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Three apartments with 3‑bedroom/2‑bathroom, 2‑bedroom/1‑bathroom, and 1‑bedroom/1‑bathroom layouts; 2,821 square feet; built in 1880; Renovations include kitchens, bathrooms, cosmetic finishes, and mechanical systems with a new heat pump
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