78 Howland St, Boston, MA 02121
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$700,000
2 Unit
6 Beds
2 Baths
3865 SQFT
0.19 Acre

Property Description

Bring this multi-story gem back to life! This spacious two-unit property offers incredible potential with solid bones and a flexible layout. Whether you’re looking to live in one unit while generating rental income from the other, or searching for a blank canvas to restore and modernize - well this is your opportunity. Located in a convenient residential neighborhood with easy access to major roadways, this home features generously sized rooms, great storage, and original charm throughout. Property will not qualify for conventional financing. Cash or rehab loan ONLY. A true GEM for the right owner ready to take on a full renovation project and restore this home and make an impact.

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Building Information

  • Total Units: 2
  • Total Floors: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Amenities: Golf Course, Highway Access, House of Worship, Park, Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails

Financial

  • APOD Available: No

Utilities

  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Unit 1 Description

  • Under Lease: No
  • Floors: 1
  • Levels: 1

Unit 2 Description

  • Under Lease: No
  • Floors: 2
  • Levels: 2

Construction

  • Year Built: 1900
  • Foundation Info: Fieldstone
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73355424
  • Last Updated: 04/09/25

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
04/09/2025Active$700,000$181MLSPIN
04/05/2025New$700,000$181MLSPIN
06/26/2023Expired$719,900$163MLSPIN
05/16/2023Temporarily Withdrawn$719,900$163MLSPIN
05/01/2023Active$719,900$163MLSPIN
04/27/2023New$719,900$163MLSPIN
03/25/2023Expired$719,900$163MLSPIN
03/24/2023Temporarily Withdrawn$719,900$163MLSPIN
08/15/2022Under Agreement$719,900$163MLSPIN
08/01/2022Contingent$719,900$163MLSPIN
07/24/2022Active$719,900$163MLSPIN
07/20/2022Back on Market$719,900$163MLSPIN
02/03/2022Under Agreement$719,900$163MLSPIN
01/21/2022Contingent$719,900$163MLSPIN
01/10/2022Active$719,900$163MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Maureen Hunte, The Hunte Group REALTORS®
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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