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$1,550,000
Total Beds: 6 Total Baths: 2
Total Units: 2 SQFT: 2617
LOT size: 0.10 Acres
172-174 Franklin St
Boston, MA 02134
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Property Description

Expansive two-family in desirable Allston, just minutes to Harvard, Fenway, MGH, and Boston Landing. Strong investment or owner-occupant opportunity featuring a spacious 4-bedroom unit spanning two levels plus a separate 2-bedroom unit. Energy-efficient upgrades include owned solar panels, updated electrical panels, full MassSave insulation, and 5 mini-splits with two dedicated heat pumps. Smart switches allow for seamless smart-home control via Alexa, while Nest thermostats provide efficient heating and cooling. Two furnaces are in excellent condition and serviced annually. Enjoy a bright front porch/sunroom (2017) with solar-efficient windows for year-round comfort, plus a newly completed rear deck (2023) ideal for outdoor living. A garage and 7 parking spaces make this the perfect owner-occupant or investment with tremendous upside for the present and the future. 3 Floors of living space, property is currently owner-occupied.

Property Details

Building Information

  • Total Units: 2
  • Total Floors: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Amenities: Highway Access, House of Worship, Laundromat, Medical Facility, Park, Public School, Public Transportation, Shopping, T-Station, University

Financial

  • APOD Available: No

Utilities

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

Unit 1 Description

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

Unit 2 Description

  • Under Lease: No
  • Floors: 2
  • Levels: 1

Construction

  • Year Built: 1920
  • Construction Type: Aluminum, Frame
  • Foundation Info: Poured Concrete
  • Roof Material: Aluminum, Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73471227
  • Last Updated: 01/26/26

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Seller's Representative: The WP Group, Smith and Oak Real Estate Co.
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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MLS PIN data last updated at 2026-01-26 03:05:00

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