Active Under Contract
124 Days on market
51-53 S Waverly St Boston — Photo 1 of 32

51-53 S Waverly St Boston — Photo 1 of 32

Recent Drop: $59,000

$1,249,000
$1,190,000

$1,190,000

51-53 S Waverly St, Boston, MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135

Beds

6

Baths

2

SqFt

2,160

Style

2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Built

1930

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!

Key facts

It was listed on June 3, 2026. The price has come down from an original $1,249,000 to $1,190,000, most recently on July 23, 2026. The annual property taxes are $14,832 (2026 tax year). It sits on a 0.11-acre (4,600 sq ft) lot.

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Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$551/sqft
Local Avg (Boston)$381/sqft
45% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,249,000
Annual Taxes$14,832

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street1

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms10
FireplacesNone
FlooringWood
BasementFull, Interior Entry, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

Heating--
Cooling--
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
Roof--
FoundationBlock
ZoningR2

Property & Lot

Acres0.11
SqFt Lot4,600
Lot FeaturesCleared, Level

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Medical Facility • Highway Access • Public School

Geography

Property History

Price Drop
$1,190,000

Was $1,249,000

Jul 23, 2026

MLS® 73529164

Listed
$1,249,000

Jun 3, 2026

MLS® 73529164

Questions about this home

When was 51-53 S Waverly St, Boston listed?

51-53 S Waverly St, Boston was listed on June 3, 2026.

Has the price of 51-53 S Waverly St, Boston changed?

The price has come down from an original $1,249,000 to $1,190,000, most recently on July 23, 2026.

What are the property taxes for 51-53 S Waverly St, Boston?

The annual property taxes for 51-53 S Waverly St, Boston are $14,832 (2026 tax year).

How big is the lot at 51-53 S Waverly St, Boston?

51-53 S Waverly St, Boston sits on a 0.11-acre (4,600 sq ft) lot.

What is the status of 51-53 S Waverly St, Boston?

51-53 S Waverly St, Boston is under contract, and the MLS still lists it as active.

Population

43,149

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$91K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

76.7%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Suffolk County

2,337 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+13% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,062 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Montivista Real Estate Group

Listing Office: eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office

MLS® Number: 73529164