251 Cambridge St, Allston, MA, 02134
About This Home
BRICK 3-FAM FOR SALE - Exceptional investment opportunity in the heart of Allston! 251 Cambridge St is a well-positioned three-unit property with tremendous upside potential close to Harvard University and Boston University's campuses. Ideally located near public transportation, highway access via I-90, local dining, and retail, the property benefits from consistent rental demand and high tenant appeal. Unit 3 is recently renovated and units 1 & 2 are TAW's, giving the buyer the ability to upgrade and add value upon purchase. Whether you're expanding your portfolio or seeking a prime Boston-area income property, this offering delivers both stability and growth potential.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Rubber
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: 3 Family
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partially Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 10
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Finished area below ground: 1,385
- Finished area above ground: 3,780
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,780
- Total interior livable area: 3,780 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2201682001,3339896
- Zoning: 0105
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View(s)
Lot
- Lot size: 2,206 sqft
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $8,494 | $101,928 |
| Home Insurance * | $374 | $4,488 |
| Property Taxes | $1,613 | $19,356 |
| Electricity | $745 | $8,944 |
| Total | $11,226 | $134,712 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-29 | Listed for sale | $1,780,000 |
| 2024-07-23 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-07-21 | Listed for rent | $4,475 |
| 2024-04-15 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-04-14 | Listed for rent | $4,500 |
| 2023-08-01 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-07-12 | Listed for rent | $3,800 |
| 2021-08-31 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-08-24 | Listed for rent | $3,700 |
| 2020-11-06 | Sold | $1,255,000 |
| 2020-09-08 | Pending sale | $1,379,900 |
| 2020-09-02 | Listed for sale | $1,379,900 |
| 2012-06-01 | Sold | $525,000 |
| 2009-12-10 | Sold | $615,000 |
| 2009-08-12 | Listing removed | $629,000 |
| 2009-08-01 | Listed for sale | $629,000 |
| 1997-01-16 | Sold | $205,000 |
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