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42 Howard St Cambridge — Photo 1 of 33

$1,150,000

Investment Analysis — 42 Howard St

Cambridge, MA 02139

Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area, a 2-unit multi-family in 02139 carries an estimated $8,170/mo in gross rent — about a 5.71% cap rate and $65,646/yr in estimated NOI at the $1,150,000 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.

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Beds

4

Baths

2

SqFt

1,834

Style

Multi Family

Built

1894

Available for the first time in nearly 50 years, 42 Howard St is your opportunity to create a solid investment or your dream Cambridge home. Featuring well-proportioned bedrooms, spacious kitchens with islands, high ceilings, laundry hookups in each unit, and the cherry on top: parking AND a large backyard. Maybe you'll occupy the 3-bedroom unit spanning the second and third floors while collecting a steady rental income from the 1-bedroom apartment below you, or perhaps you think this would make a really comfortable 4-bedroom single family. Either way, this home is just waiting for the right person to bring it back to life. Centrally located near Harvard University, Harvard Business School, MIT, and Boston University. Surrounded by top notch restaurants and a vibrant arts and culture scene, plus Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and other daily conveniences. Less than a 1/2 mile in either direction via Western Ave are the Central Square T station and Charles River green spaces and parks. Unbeatable location and value for the savvy homebuyer! Ask about possible 203k loan options to help you create your ideal space and build instant equity.

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 MLS and other third-party data may be inaccurate or out of date.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.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,150,000
Annual Taxes$8,864

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street2

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms8
FireplacesNone
FlooringWood, Tile, Carpet
BasementFull, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingNone, Central Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--
RoofShingle
FoundationStone, Brick/Mortar
ZoningC-1

Property & Lot

Acres0.08
SqFt Lot3,600
Lot FeaturesLevel

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility • Highway Access

Geography

Property History

Listed
$1,150,000

Sep 30, 2026

MLS® 73584775

Listed
$1,150,000

Sep 30, 2026

MLS® 73584776

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Fayth Cregg

Listing Office: Leading Edge Real Estate

MLS® Number: 73584775