51-53 S Waverly St, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135
$1,249,000
$1,190,000
Est. $7,453/month
About this home
Turn-key multi-family gem at 51-53 S Waverly St, Boston! Built in 1930 & enhanced with over $110K in renovations (2021), this asset features identical layouts for Unit 1 & Unit 2, both beautifully updated 3BR/1BA units boasting gleaming hardwood floors throughout, modern kitchens/baths, and private porches/decks. Features a highly usable, square backyard and excellent potential to add an extra parking space in the front! Solid mechanicals minimize future capital expenses, ensuring stable cash flow with projected returns over a 6% gross yield. Unbeatable location steps from Boston Landing, Lower Allston, and the HQs of New Balance & Bose. Incredible proximity to Harvard Business School & the expanding SEAS campus. Commuter’s dream with instant access to the Mass Pike (I-90), making trips to BU and Downtown Boston incredibly fast. Exceptional layout also offers prime condo conversion potential!
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Property History
Market Insights
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Price Changes
4.7%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 23, 2026
$1,190,000
$59,000
(-4.72%)
From $1,249,000 to $1,190,000 (-4.7%)
Listed for Sale
Jun 3, 2026
$1,249,000
Original listing
Agent: Montivista Real Estate Group
Office: eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $1,190,000 | $59,000 | - | From $1,249,000 to $1,190,000 (-4.7%) |
| 06/03/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,249,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $14,832 | $1,185,300 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$14,832
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,185,300
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1930
Living Area
2,160 sq ft
Lot Size
0.11 acres
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
10
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
$3,450/mo · Y
Unit 2 Rent
$3,500/mo · Y
Total Monthly Rent
$6,950/mo
Gross Income
$83,400
Net Operating Income
$55,461
Operating Expenses
$6,723
Water/Sewer Expense
$1,253
Insurance Expense
$2,383
Cap Rate
4.66%
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch
Porch, Deck
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$14,832
Assessed Value
$1,185,300
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
54 days
Property Overview
Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,160 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Stories
3
Levels
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,160 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Deck
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:
Wood
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1930
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Foundation:
Block
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Deck
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Shed(s)
Lot Features:
Cleared, Level
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street
Nearby Schools
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
Elementary Schools
3 schools
German International School Boston
0.3 mi
Grades PK-12
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
Kennedy Hope Academy
0.7 mi
Grades 01-12
High Schools
3 schools
Saint Joseph Preparatory High School
0.5 mi
Grades 09-12
Another Course to College
0.7 mi
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
0.7 mi
|
#312 of 346
|
Score: 35.4
Improved 17 spots from last year
-22.8 below state avg
426 students
Diverse
Career Tech Programs
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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51-53 S Waverly St, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Montivista Real Estate Group
Listing Office
eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office
Office Phone
888-854-7493
Agent MLS ID
TM346541
Office MLS ID
AC0342
Listing Data Updated
Jul 27, 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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