251 Cambridge, Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134 • Allston
$1,780,000
$1,650,000
Est. $9,840/month
10
Beds
3
Baths
3,780
Sq Ft
$437
Price/Sq Ft
0.05
Acres
1905
Year Built
121
Days on Market
For Sale Price Drop -$130,000 Listed Apr 29, 2026 • MLS# 73509786 Copied! • Updated Aug 8, 2026

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About this home

BRICK 3-FAM FOR SALE - Exceptional investment opportunity in the heart of Allston! 251 Cambridge St is a well-positioned three-unit property with tremendous upside potential close to Harvard University and Boston University's campuses. Ideally located near public transportation, highway access via I-90, local dining, and retail, the property benefits from consistent rental demand and high tenant appeal. Unit 3 is recently renovated and units 1 & 2 are TAW's, giving the buyer the ability to upgrade and add value upon purchase. Whether you're expanding your portfolio or seeking a prime Boston-area income property, this offering delivers both stability and growth potential.

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Property History

Market Insights

3
Price Changes
7.3%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Aug 4, 2026
$1,650,000 $30,000 (-1.79%)
From $1,680,000 to $1,650,000 (-1.8%)
Price Reduced
Jul 13, 2026
$1,680,000 $90,000 (-5.08%)
From $1,770,000 to $1,680,000 (-5.1%)
Price Reduced
Jun 3, 2026
$1,770,000 $10,000 (-0.56%)
From $1,780,000 to $1,770,000 (-0.6%)
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Listed for Sale
Apr 29, 2026
$1,780,000
Original listing
Agent: Sean Rose Office: City Realty Group

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $15,564 $1,331,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$15,564
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,331,800

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 3 Family
Year Built 1905
Living Area 3,780 sq ft
Lot Size 0.05 acres
Bedrooms 10
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 19

Investment Metrics

Units 3
Unit 1 Rent $3,200/mo · Y
Unit 2 Rent $2,600/mo · Y
Unit 3 Rent $4,475/mo · Y
Total Monthly Rent $10,275/mo
Gross Income $123,300
Net Operating Income $89,571
Operating Expenses $33,729
Cap Rate 5.43%
Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement Partially Finished
Laundry None
Features None
Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $15,564
Assessed Value $1,331,800
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 101 days

Property Overview

Property Type
3 Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1905
Bedrooms
10
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
3,780 sq ft
Total Rooms
19
Stories
3
Levels
3

Floor Layout

Interior Features

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Basement: Partially Finished
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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1905
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Stories: 3

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Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
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Special Features

View: Yes
View Type: City View(s)
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Park, Bike Path, Highway Access
School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
0.4 mi | #10 of 12 | Score: 30.9
Improved 651 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
364 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
German International School Boston
0.5 mi
Grades PK-12
C-
Match Charter Public School
0.5 mi | #281 of 346 | Score: 43.2
Improved 41 spots from last year
-15 below state avg
1,189 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.0 mi | #103 of 352 | Score: 49.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
283 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
JRI Bay Cove School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
Saint Joseph Preparatory High School
0.9 mi
Grades 09-12
Another Course to College
1.0 mi
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Neighborhood

Allston

251 Cambridge, Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sean Rose
Listing Office City Realty Group
Office Phone 617-751-5119
Agent MLS ID CN247068
Office MLS ID NB1840
Listing Data Updated Aug 8, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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