Single Family

30 Blaine St

Allston, MA 2134 · MLS 73587377

$699,900

5 bd · 2.1 ba · 1,356 sqft

  • Beds5
  • Baths2.1
  • Sq Ft1,356
  • Year1889
  • StyleColonial
  • $ / Sq Ft$516
  • HOA—
  • Taxes$9,092
  • Parking—
  • Lot1135.0
  • MLS73587377
  • StatusActive

About this home

INVESTORS. FLIPPERS. DEVELOPERS. FHA203K REHAB BUYERS. Amazing property in one of Boston's hottest neighborhoods priced to sell just in time for the holidays! Located two blocks from Boston Landing and two blocks from N. Beacon Street in Allston, this property needs your vision to rehab and restore it inside and out. Area approvals include abutter to converting its single family into a 3F dwelling. This property has a large fenced in yard. Walking distance to Penniman Road Play Area, Stop & Shop, Needham Bank, and Tenacity. Property is occupied. Do not walk property without appointment. This house will not qualify for conventional financing.

AI comment

This is best viewed as a rehab or redevelopment opportunity rather than a move-in-ready home. The location is a clear strength, with proximity to Boston Landing, N. Beacon Street, and nearby daily conveniences. The upside depends heavily on renovation scope, financing strategy, and any zoning or permitting path a buyer can confirm. Risk is elevated because the property is occupied, has limited photos, and is stated

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Allston Profile Snapshot
Primary Vibe Lively Boston neighborhood with a diverse community, university energy, independent restaurants, music venues, and walkable commercial streets. Popular with students, young professionals, investors, and residents seeking city living without relying entirely on a car.
Housing Prices Prices vary by property type, condition, and location. Condos often provide a more accessible entry point, while renovated multifamily homes and newer developments can command higher prices. Parking, condo fees, rental potential, and building condition all influence overall value.
Commute to Boston The MBTA Green Line B branch runs along Commonwealth Avenue toward Boston University, Kenmore Square, and downtown Boston. Bus routes serve Harvard Avenue, Brighton Avenue, and surrounding areas. Boston Landing commuter rail station is nearby in Brighton. The Massachusetts Turnpike provides highway access, although rush-hour traffic and parking can be challenging.
Schools Served by Boston Public Schools, with school assignments and eligibility depending on address, grade, and district enrollment policies. Local options include Gardner Pilot Academy and Jackson Mann K–8 School, along with charter and private schools in the wider area. Buyers with children should confirm current assignments and programs directly with the district.
Market Demand is supported by proximity to Boston's universities, employment centers, and public transit. Condos and multifamily properties make up much of the housing stock, attracting both owner-occupants and investors. Property condition, parking, rental income potential, and proximity to the Green Line can influence competition and time on market.
Housing Styles Traditional triple-deckers, two- and three-family houses, older brick apartment buildings, converted condos, and newer residential developments. Commonwealth Avenue offers many transit-oriented properties, Allston Village features a dense mix of apartments and condos, and Lower Allston has a more residential character with older homes and multifamily properties.

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