For sale

$1,350,000

259 Emerson St, Boston, MA 02127

4beds

1,945sqft

$8,808/mo

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Multi Family

Built in 1890

-- sqft lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$694/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

In-unit laundryRenovated kitchenPrivate patio

259-261 Emerson is a 2-family located on one most sought after streets in South Boston convenient to the Seaport, Financial District, East Broadway and L Street Beach. The property generates $8,250 per month and is fully leased through 8/31/2027. Unit 1 is a lovely direct-entry 1-bedroom/1bath with a private patio that features a renovated kitchen and bathroom and in-unit laundry. Unit 2 is a direct-entry 3-bedroom/1bath bi-level unit that also has been renovated. This is a great opportunity to invest in arguably the strongest rental market in Boston or take advantage of a future owner-occupied situation.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

Baseboard, Natural Gas

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer

Features

Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops
Flooring: Hardwood
Basement: Full,Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,945
Total interior livable area: 1,945 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,945

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Patio & porch: Patio
Waterfront features: Bay, Ocean, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)

Lot

Size: 1,612 Square Feet
Features: Other

Details

Parcel number: 1409207
Zoning: R2

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Property subtype: Multi Family

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1890

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Bike Path, House of Worship, Public School

Location

Region: Boston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $694/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,449,900
Annual tax amount: $18,146
Date on market: 8/5/2026
Total actual rent: 8250

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

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Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/5/2026	Listed for sale	$1,350,000$694/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73559400 Report a problem

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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