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159 Townsend St Boston, MA 02121

  • Commercial real estate
  • 6,522 SF
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Property ID
US38-0268993
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Property Details for 159 Townsend St

Year built
1940
Property size
6,522 SF
Property type
Commercial real estate

Description

This exceptional three-story apartment building at 159-161 Townsend Street in Boston, MA, presents a compelling investment opportunity. The property boasts a total of 6,522 square feet situated on an 8,349 square foot lot in the desirable Dorchester neighborhood (zip code 02121). The building comprises six well-maintained residential units: two four-bedroom, one-bathroom units and four three-bedroom, one-bathroom units, offering a diverse range of spacious living options. Built in 1940, the property underwent a significant improvement in May 2024 with a complete roof replacement utilizing both rubber and shingles. The building generates a substantial net operating income (NOI) of $146,286, resulting in an attractive 6.39% capitalization rate. The asking price is $2,290,000, translating to $381,667 per unit. A sizable rear yard provides additional outdoor space. This property is ideally suited for investors seeking a high-demand rental market with a proven track record of profitability. The property's strong cash flow and recent improvements make it a truly attractive investment opportunity in a thriving Boston neighborhood.

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City
Boston
County
Suffolk
State
Massachusetts
Longitude
-71.087897621994
Latitude
42.317510660504
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