$1,395,000

287 W 5th St Boston, MA 02127

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
2,400 sqft
0.04 acres
$581 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 287 W 5th St

This incredibly well-located South Boston three-family home is now available for sale. This professionally maintained building generates $7,150 in rental income per month and includes a two-room studio in the basement, a one-bedroom apartment on the first floor. The third unit is a wonderful duplex with a total of four rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom. Tenants cover all their own utilities, and the building is designed to operate as cost-effectively as possible to maximize an investor's annual return. Don't miss out on your chance to acquire this rarely available property type in one of Boston's largest real estate markets.

Highlights

Home typeMulti Family
StatusActive
Size2,400 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.04 Acres
Year built1875
MLS #73377402

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • List Price: $1,395,000
  • Price/SqFt: $581
  • Lot: Other
  • Directions: 287 W 5th Street
  • Year Built: 1875
  • Stories: 4
  • Living Area: 2,400 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.04 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73377402
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Bridgestone Properties, LLC
  • Office Phone: (617) 268-2743
  • Listing Agent: Benjamin Virga

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287 W 5th St, Boston, MA 02127 - townhome / multi-family property featuring a chimney

$1,395,000

287 W 5th St

$10,000

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Nearby schools

2

Michael J. Perkins Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

50 Burke St

2

Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

650 E 4th St

3

William E Russell

Public District PK-5

1.1 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 $55,189. Typical income of Boston, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

30%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
21%
100k-200k
6%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

69%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

7%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
52%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

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

Where do the neighbors shop?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • BMWBMW
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 287 W 5th St

The listing price of 287 W 5th St property is $1,395,000.

The property 287 W 5th St is a multi located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02127.

Active Listing: 287 W 5th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 287 W 5th 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 287 W 5th St is 2,400 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 287 W 5th St is 1875.

This home is located at 287 W 5th St in Boston, MA and zip code 02127 in the South Boston neighborhood. This 2,400 square foot home, which was built in 1875, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,395,000.

While more than 167 listings in Boston, MA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 82 listings sold at asking price, and more than 184 were sold below. In May 2025 in Boston, MA there were 13.3% more homes for sale than in April. Listings spent 35 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $845,986 during the same period.

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

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