Investment Analysis — 21 Ardale St

Boston, MA 02131 — Roslindale

Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area, a 3-bedroom in 02131 carries an estimated $3,390/mo in gross rent — about a 3.28% cap rate and $23,280/yr in estimated NOI at the $710,000 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.

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Beds

Baths

1.5

SqFt

1,352

Style

Single Family

Built

1889

Attention Investors, Contractors, handy homebuyers alike, Bring your vision and creativity to this Roslindale diamond in the rough!!This 3 bedroom, 1.5- bath Colonial offers incredible potential in a desirable neighborhood and is waiting for the right updates to truly shine. Main level features, kitchen, large Dining room and Living room with loads of potential. The property features a full basement, walk-up attic, spacious yard and Paved driveway for 2 cars and off-street parking. Great opportunity to build some sweat equity. The property is in need of renovation, but the possibilities are endless for the buyer that is ready to bring it back to life. Whether you're a buyer looking to create your ideal home or a contractor, investor, or real estate professional seeking your next project, this fantastic opportunity is knocking and waiting for you! Property is being sold strictly AS-IS. There is Finished space in the 3rd. floor that is not included in the living area. Conveniently located neighborhood amenities, restaurants, shops Arnold arboretum & more.

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 676 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,352 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 4,119 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Estimates — not financial advice

These figures are illustrative estimates for informational purposes only — not an appraisal, valuation, or guarantee of rent, income, or returns, and not financial, tax, or investment advice. Rent is either the figure reported on the MLS listing — in-place rent that may differ from market and is not verified against the actual leases — or, where the listing reports none, an estimate from HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, a government benchmark that may differ from actual market rent. Each figure is labelled with its source. Cap rate, NOI, and returns depend on the assumptions shown, which you can change. MLS and other third-party data may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify all figures independently and consult your own financial, tax, and legal advisors before making any investment decision.