271 W 5th St, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127 • South Boston
$2,100,000
$1,999,000
Est. $11,794/month
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About this home
West Side 2 Family Sought after location near West Broadway and Dorchester St. Two Blocks From Lincoln and Loco on West Broadway. Accessible to Broadway and Andrew on the Redline and MBTA Bus routes 7, 9 ,10 and 11. Each unit is a spacious and modern apartment unit 1 features 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, Unit 2 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms. Both units offer in unit laundry, dishwashers, gas heat and central AC and decks. Income and expense data is available as well as existing leases. Annual Rent is $149,100 Turn key opportunity.
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Property History
Market Insights
3
Price Changes
4.8%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 13, 2026
$1,999,000
$101,000
(-4.81%)
From $2,100,000 to $1,999,000 (-4.8%)
Price Increased
May 20, 2026
$2,100,000
+$50,000
(+2.44%)
From $2,050,000 to $2,100,000 (+2.4%)
Price Reduced
Apr 20, 2026
$2,050,000
$50,000
(-2.38%)
From $2,100,000 to $2,050,000 (-2.4%)
Listed for Sale
Mar 2, 2026
$2,100,000
Original listing
Agent: Stephen McCarthy
Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/13/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $1,999,000 | $101,000 | - | From $2,100,000 to $1,999,000 (-4.8%) |
| 05/20/2026 | ↑ Price Increased | $2,100,000 | +$50,000 | - | From $2,050,000 to $2,100,000 (+2.4%) |
| 04/20/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,050,000 | $50,000 | - | From $2,100,000 to $2,050,000 (-2.4%) |
| 03/02/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $2,100,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,833 | $1,540,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$17,833
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,540,000
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
Multi Family
Year Built
1890
Living Area
2,285 sq ft
Lot Size
0.03 acres
Bedrooms
9
Full Baths
4
Total Rooms
13
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
$6,225/mo · Y
Unit 2 Rent
$5,900/mo · Y
Total Monthly Rent
$12,125/mo
Gross Income
$149,100
Net Operating Income
$149,100
Cap Rate
7.46%
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Unit Control
Cooling
Central Air, Unit Control
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Finished, Walk-out Access
Laundry
None
Features
Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$17,833
Assessed Value
$1,540,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
biege
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
145 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Multi Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
9
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
2,285 sq ft
Total Rooms
13
Stories
4
Levels
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,285 sq ft above grade
647 sq ft below grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Other
Stories:
4
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Unit Control
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Central Air, Unit Control
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
Nearby Schools
School information not available for this location.
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Monthly Payment
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Principal, interest, taxes & insurance
Loan Amount
$0
After down payment
Total Interest
$0
Over life of loan
Total Cost
$0
Including down payment
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Down: $0
%
Monthly Payment Breakdown
Principal & Interest
$0
Property Tax
$1,486
Homeowners Insurance
$200
PMI (if <20% down)
$0
Loan Summary
Total of 360 payments
$0
Total principal paid
$0
Total interest paid
$0
Rate Impact
-0.5% Rate
$0/mo
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Current Rate
$0/mo
+0.5% Rate
$0/mo
Cost $0/mo
Payment Over Time
Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
* Estimates only. Actual payments may vary. Consult with a lender for accurate figures.
Location
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Neighborhood
South Boston
271 W 5th St, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Stephen McCarthy
Listing Office
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Office Phone
617-266-5200
Agent MLS ID
BB802925
Office MLS ID
AC1396
Listing Data Updated
Jul 25, 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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