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Grandfathered 3-Family Redevelopment Triplex
For Sale
$990,000

5 Northern Blvd, Newbury, MA 01951

Grandfathered triplex on a 6,499 sq ft lot with six off-street parking spaces and ocean views near the beach.

Property Size1,810 SF
Lot Size0.15 Acres
Price / SF$546.96
Days on Market78

Property Features for 5 Northern Blvd

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,810 SF
Total Parking Spaces 6
Lot size 0.15 Acres
Property subtype Multifamily

Additional Details

Multifamily Units 3

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $6,261

Building Details

Building Size 1,810 SF
Year Built 1930
Listing Agency: Compass
Listed By: The Bakhtiari Group · License #BK3153120
Source: Classifiedrealtygroup
Added: Jun 20 Changed: Sep 4 Last Checked: Sep 5 at 4:45AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This property is a grandfathered legal 3-family structure containing approximately 1,810 sq ft of living area on a 6,499 sq ft lot. The site includes six off-street parking spaces. The seller notes the property is sold as-is, and makes no representations or warranties regarding the condition of the existing structure or whether it is salvageable for renovation.

Two redevelopment concepts are described for qualified buyers: (1) three luxury 2-bedroom, 1-bath condos with parking and outdoor deck space, or (2) two larger 3-bedroom luxury condos with parking and outdoor deck space. Conceptual plans are available to qualified buyers, and additional development potential and/or expanded FAR may be possible through future town permitting and approvals. Buyer is responsible for due diligence regarding zoning, permitting, development potential, and future use. The property is positioned on Plum Island with ocean views and a prime setting just steps to the beach, restaurants, and attractions.

Key Highlights

  • Grandfathered legal 3‑family (triplex) built in 1930 with ~1,810 sqft of living area
  • 6,499 sq ft lot with ocean views
  • Six off‑street parking spaces

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$30,492
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
3.08%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$609,840 $609.8K
Cap Rate 7%
$435,600 $435.6K
Cap Rate 9%
$338,800 $338.8K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,810 SF 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.
Gross rent
$45.6K $25.20/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.1K −$1.13/SF
EGI
$43.6K $24.07/SF
− OpEx
−$13.1K −$7.22/SF
NOI
$30.5K $16.85/SF
Area
Essex County, MA
Vacancy
4.50%
Lease Rate
$25.20 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$609,840
Cap Rate 7%
$435,600
Cap Rate 9%
$338,800

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$435.6K
$381.2K – $508.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $30,492 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.08%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$393.2K
$344.1K – $458.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $27,524 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.78%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.07M
$937.6K – $1.25M (±1% cap)
NOI $75,006 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.58%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Triplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Electrical Service Real Estate Agency Nail Salon Parking Lot & Garage

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

3
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

62
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 01951, MA

3,582
Population
1,731
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
53
Median Age
61%
College-Educated
100%
High-School Grad
14.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
250
Density / Sq Mi
$175,779
Median Household Income
$85,854
Median Earnings
$1,803
Median Rent
$808,400
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Grandfathered triplex on a 6,499 sq ft lot with six off-street parking spaces and ocean views near the beach.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 5 Northern Blvd Newbury, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $990,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Grandfathered legal 3‑family (triplex) built in 1930 with ~1,810 sqft of living area; 6,499 sq ft lot with ocean views; Six off‑street parking spaces
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