74 Ashford St, Boston, MA hero image
For Sale Boston, MA

The Closest Multi-Family Home to Boston University

13Bedrooms
6Bathrooms
3,986Sq Ft
$1,850,000
Introduction

A Classic 1920 Multi-Family Steps from Campus

Closest HouseBoston University0% VacancyFully Finished Basement4,000 SfModern KitchensOpen-Concept KitchenStudent RentalRestaurantsNightlife

This multi-family property sits on a level lot with a frame exterior and shingle roof. Built in 1920, the building offers approximately 4,000 square feet of living space plus a fully finished basement. The interior includes hardwood flooring throughout, modern kitchens, and updated bathrooms, with an open-concept kitchen and living area serving as the central gathering space. Outside, a private deck and patio provide outdoor space, and one parking space is included.

Overview
Choose Your Perspective

A Day in the Life

Steps from Campus, Restaurants, and Everyday Essentials

Lifestyle Context
The community Perspective

Proximity to Premier Education

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Morning

Residents walk approximately 0.3 miles to Our Future Learning Center. The nearby Boston University campus sits seconds from the front door.

Afternoon

Students and staff commute to Gardner Pilot Academy, located less than a mile away. The home's open-concept kitchen provides space for preparing meals.

Evening

Residents gather on the deck after picking up essentials at CVS Pharmacy. The level backyard offers space before sunset.

Details

A Layout Built for Reliable Student Rental Income

The interior is arranged for shared living at scale. Modern kitchens and updated bathrooms serve multiple residents, while the open-concept kitchen and living area gives each unit a natural gathering space. Hardwood floors run throughout, and the finished basement adds functional square footage beyond the main living areas.

Modern kitchens and updated bathrooms across all units.
Open-concept kitchen and living areas in each unit.
A finished basement adds usable square footage.
Features
The Neighborhood

A Stable Neighborhood with Strong Local Conveniences

This pocket of Boston blends residential calm with urban accessibility. Parks, walking trails, and a medical facility sit nearby, supporting the neighborhood's long-term appeal. The surrounding streets connect easily to shopping and dining, keeping daily life close at hand without crowding the block itself.

46/100Walkability
14Restaurants
9Cafes
2Parks
Neighborhood Vibe
Neighborhood Gems

The Local Map

Investment Context

A Proven Asset in a High-Demand Boston Market

The same location that draws students year after year also drives the numbers behind this investment. Boston remains a gateway market with steady appreciation and consistent rental demand, and this property has backed that up with over fifteen years of continuous occupancy. With the Rail Line redevelopment near Pratt Street underway, the surrounding area is positioned for continued growth, giving a substantial multi-family asset here real staying power.

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Multifamily properties in core locations offer reliable long-term stability.View Data
The local market shows steady appreciation and low inventory.View Data
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