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Single Family · Fixer · MBTA

90 Princeton St

East Boston, MA 2128 · MLS 73577252

$750,000

5 bd · 2 ba · 1,890 sqft

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  • Beds5
  • Baths2
  • Sq Ft1,890
  • Year1900
  • StyleColonial
  • $ / Sq Ft$397
  • HOA—
  • Taxes$6,836
  • Parking—
  • Lot2500.0
  • MLS73577252
  • StatusActive

About this home

Detached single-family with its own fenced yard in Eagle Hill. Five bedrooms, two full baths, twelve rooms, 1,890 square feet across three finished floors on a 2,500 square foot lot. The first floor opens to a living room, a separate dining room, full bathroom, and a kitchen with exposed brick, tile floor and stainless appliances. Three bedrooms, an office and a full bath on the second floor, two more bedrooms and two additional rooms on the third. Hardwood on the main floor, varying types on the second and third. The basement runs the full footprint of the house - concrete floor, full walk-out, interior and exterior access. Because the house is detached, all four elevations are workable. South-facing, fenced on every side, with a yard that is unusually generous for this part of East Boston. Gas forced hot water heat, gas hot water, city water and city sewer - no oil tank. Partial renovation is underway and unfinished. Rooms sit at different stages: some painted and floored, one bath framed and boarded for tile, stair treads stripped, portions of the third floor down to subfloor, exterior due for paint and maintenance. Roof at the end of its life. The price reflects the remaining work. The structure, the footprint, and the floor plan are all here - and those can't be built. A block off Meridian Street: Central Square shops and restaurants, the Blue Line into downtown, Piers Park and the East Boston Greenway, Logan minutes away. Sold as-is; seller will make no repairs.

AI comment

This is a high-upside detached single-family for a buyer comfortable taking on substantial renovation risk. The layout offers significant flexibility, with three finished floors, multiple bedrooms, office/extra rooms, and a full-footprint walk-out basement. Its Eagle Hill location near transit, parks, restaurants, and the East Boston Greenway adds strong lifestyle and resale appeal. However, the property is clearly not turnkey, with unfinished renovation work, exterior maintenance needs, and a roof described as being at the end of its life. It is best suited for a contractor, investor, or owner-occupant with budget and tolerance for an as-is project.

PROS
- Detached structure with workable access on all four sides, which is valuable in a dense East Boston setting
- Generous room count across three finished floors, including five bedrooms plus office/additional rooms
- Fenced south-facing yard described as unusually generous for the area
- Full-footprint basement with concrete floor, walk-out access, and both interior and exterior entry
- Gas heat, gas hot water, city water, city sewer, and no oil tank noted

CONS
- Partial renovation is unfinished, with rooms at different stages of completion
- Roof is described as being at the end of its life and should be evaluated immediately
- Exterior is due for paint and maintenance
- Sold as-is, with seller making no repairs
- Lot data should be verified because the acreage field appears inconsistent with the stated 2,500 square foot lot size

Features

  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Fenced Yard

Location

DirectionsMore in East Boston

More about East Boston

East Boston Profile Snapshot
Primary Vibe Diverse waterfront neighborhood with Blue Line access, parks, and a mix of older and newer housing. Popular with buyers seeking transit convenience and views at more approachable prices.
Housing Prices Generally more approachable than central Boston. Newer condominiums and water-view properties command premiums. Condition and flood exposure influence value.
Commute to Boston Blue Line provides direct access to downtown and the airport. Walking and bus options exist. Parking availability varies by building and street.
Schools Served by Boston Public Schools. Confirm assignments with the district.
Market Growing demand supported by transit and waterfront access. Updated properties near stations attract interest.
Housing Styles Newer condominium buildings, older multi-family homes, and waterfront conversions. Outdoor space varies.

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Listing information is believed accurate but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Courtesy of the listing office shown.