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$1,299,000

163 W 8th St Boston, MA 02127

5 beds
3 full
1,890 sqft
0.05 acres
$687 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 163 W 8th St

Attention Investors / Developers: Three unit building with passage in common located on West 8th St in South Boston. It has the potential for additional living space in the unfinished basement. It is conveniently located, close to public transportation. Great value, don't miss this unique opportunity.. Please do your own due diligence regarding dimensions, occupancy, permits, etc. House will not qualify for conventional financing. Needs complete gut renovation. Unit 2 and 3 are empty. This property currently has a back yard and not parking but there is a passage in common in the deed; neighbor uses this passage as a driveway and has created 3 off street parking spaces. Property requires significant renovations and is being sold in 'as-is' condition. Agent or owner is not making any representations on what can be done with property or with passage in common.

Highlights

Home typeMulti Family
StatusActive
Size1,890 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.05 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingPaved Drive, Common
MLS #73411509
WaterfrontOcean Front

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Parking: Paved Drive, Common
  • Waterfront: Ocean Front
  • List Price: $1,299,000
  • Price/SqFt: $687
  • Directions: Dorchester St to W 8th
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 1,890 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.05 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73411509
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
  • Office Phone: (617) 542-0012
  • Listing Agent: Debbie Adamidis

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Nearby schools

2

Michael J. Perkins Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.2 mi

50 Burke St

2

Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

650 E 4th St

3

William E Russell

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

750 Columbia Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $83,889. Typical income of Boston, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

11%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

78%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

6%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
54%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • TennisTennis
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 163 W 8th St

The listing price of 163 W 8th St property is $1,299,000.

The property 163 W 8th St is a multi located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02127.

Active Listing: 163 W 8th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 163 W 8th St are: Michael J. Perkins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), William E Russell (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Up Academy Boston (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), James Condon K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Oliver Hazard Perry K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Boston Collaborative High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Excel High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Boston Collegiate Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

The property 163 W 8th St is 1,890 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 163 W 8th St is 1900.

This home is located at 163 W 8th St in Boston, MA and zip code 02127 in the South Boston neighborhood. This 1,890 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,299,000.

While more than 158 listings in Boston, MA in July 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 76 listings sold at asking price, and more than 266 were sold below. The number of listings in Boston, MA decreased by 4.4% between June and July 2025. In July 2025, listings were on the market for 38 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $846,179.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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