581 Cambridge St, Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134 • Allston
$2,649,000
Est. $15,514/month
9
Beds
6
Baths
4,162
Sq Ft
$636
Price/Sq Ft
0.24
Acres
1877
Year Built
57
Days on Market
Pending Price Drop -$50,000 Listed Aug 13, 2025 • MLS# 73417594 Copied!

About this home

Rare offering in one of Allston’s most active rental corridors - 581 Cambridge St is a turn-key, income-producing asset with long-term land value and future flexibility. Set on a massive 10,550 sqft lot, this unique compound includes two fully leased, separately metered structures: a 2-family Victorian and detached carriage house. Currently earning $13,000/month with minimal overhead, this is ideal for investors seeking stable, low-maintenance income today with the option to redevelop, condo convert, or expand in the future (buyer to verify). Well-maintained with no major capital needs, all units feature in-unit laundry and central A/C. Enjoy multiple private decks and a patio, ample off-street parking, and an unbeatable location steps from Harvard Ave, the Green Line, and Boston’s top universities. Rare opportunity to land bank in a high-demand neighborhood while earning strong, reliable returns. Open houses 8/16 12:00-2:00pm, 8/17 11:00am-1:00pm and 8/19 5:00-7:00pm

Property Overview

Property Type
3 Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1877
Bedrooms
9
Full Bathrooms
6
Living Area
4,162 sq ft
Total Rooms
16
Stories
6
Levels
6

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 3 Family
Year Built 1877
Living Area 4,162 sq ft
Lot Size 0.24 acres
Bedrooms 9
Full Baths 6
Total Rooms 16

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Hardwood, Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry Washer Hookup
Features Storage, Stone/granite/solid Counters, Walk-in Closet(s), Bathroom With Tub, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Open Floorplan, Smart Thermostat, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral/vaulted Ceilings, Upgraded Cabinets, Living Room, Kitchen, Loft

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Balcony/deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio

Parking

Features Shared Driveway, Off Street, Unpaved
Total Spaces 9

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $23,034
Assessed Value $1,989,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Storage, Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom With Tub, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Open Floorplan, Smart Thermostat, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral/Vaulted Ceilings, Upgraded Cabinets, Living Room, Kitchen, Loft
Windows: Skylight(s)
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1877
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone
Stories: 6

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Balcony/Deck
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Frontage: 70.00 ft
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 9
Parking Features: Shared Driveway, Off Street, Unpaved

Special Features

View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks

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Neighborhood

Allston

581 Cambridge St, Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134

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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Aug 13, 2025
$2,649,000
Original listing
Office: Boardwalk Properties

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Aug 13, 2025 New Listing Added $2,649,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
57 days
Price per Sq Ft
$636
Total Price Drop
-$50,000

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $23,034 $1,989,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$23,034
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,989,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jeremy Basso
Listing Office Boardwalk Properties
Agent MLS ID CN250056
Office MLS ID AC0462
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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