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8 Fairfield St
Boston, MA 02116
Multifamily Property For Sale
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5 Units


Investment Highlights
- Located on one of Back Bay’s most picturesque, tree-lined streets.
- Features period architectural details combined with modern livability for each residence.
- Offers exceptional access to public transportation, major highways, and cultural attractions.
- Comprises five thoughtfully designed residential units in a historic brownstone built in 1880.
- Situated within walking distance to the Charles River Esplanade, Newbury Street, and premier dining and shopping destinations.
Executive Summary
8 Fairfield Street presents a rare opportunity to acquire a trophy five-unit multifamily brownstone in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay—one of the nation’s most prestigious and supply-constrained residential investment markets. Originally constructed in the late 19th century and designed by the noted architectural firm Sturgis and Brigham, the property is part of Back Bay’s storied historic fabric, reflecting the neighborhood’s iconic brownstone character and enduring architectural significance.
Comprising five income-producing residences within an elegant and historically significant townhouse, the asset offers a compelling combination of stable in-place cash flow, long-term appreciation potential, and generational ownership appeal. Properties of this caliber—where architectural provenance intersects with investment quality—rarely come to market.
Located on one of Back Bay’s most picturesque tree-lined streets, 8 Fairfield enjoys an exceptional position moments from the Charles River Esplanade, Newbury Street, Copley Square, and the city’s premier dining, luxury retail, and cultural institutions. This highly walkable and internationally recognized neighborhood continues to benefit from enduring demand, affluent demographics, and some of the strongest residential fundamentals in Boston.
From an investment perspective, the property offers exposure to a high-barrier-to-entry submarket characterized by limited multifamily inventory, resilient occupancy, and sustained rental growth. As a core-plus multifamily investment, 8 Fairfield provides both durable income and future upside through strategic asset management, while also presenting a compelling opportunity for developers and investors seeking repositioning or condominium conversion potential in one of Boston’s most coveted luxury residential markets.
With its scale, provenance, and premier location, the property offers significant optionality—whether maintained as a long-term income-producing asset, enhanced through luxury redevelopment, or reimagined to unlock additional value. Opportunities of this nature are exceptionally scarce in Back Bay, making 8 Fairfield equally attractive to private investors, family offices, and developers pursuing irreplaceable urban product.
Comprising five income-producing residences within an elegant and historically significant townhouse, the asset offers a compelling combination of stable in-place cash flow, long-term appreciation potential, and generational ownership appeal. Properties of this caliber—where architectural provenance intersects with investment quality—rarely come to market.
Located on one of Back Bay’s most picturesque tree-lined streets, 8 Fairfield enjoys an exceptional position moments from the Charles River Esplanade, Newbury Street, Copley Square, and the city’s premier dining, luxury retail, and cultural institutions. This highly walkable and internationally recognized neighborhood continues to benefit from enduring demand, affluent demographics, and some of the strongest residential fundamentals in Boston.
From an investment perspective, the property offers exposure to a high-barrier-to-entry submarket characterized by limited multifamily inventory, resilient occupancy, and sustained rental growth. As a core-plus multifamily investment, 8 Fairfield provides both durable income and future upside through strategic asset management, while also presenting a compelling opportunity for developers and investors seeking repositioning or condominium conversion potential in one of Boston’s most coveted luxury residential markets.
With its scale, provenance, and premier location, the property offers significant optionality—whether maintained as a long-term income-producing asset, enhanced through luxury redevelopment, or reimagined to unlock additional value. Opportunities of this nature are exceptionally scarce in Back Bay, making 8 Fairfield equally attractive to private investors, family offices, and developers pursuing irreplaceable urban product.
Property Facts
| Price Per Unit | $1,556,823 CAD | Building Class | C |
| Sale Type | Investment | Lot Size | 0.03 AC |
| No. Units | 5 | Building Size | 6,640 SF |
| Property Type | Multifamily | No. Stories | 4 |
| Property Subtype | Apartment | Year Built | 1899 |
| Apartment Style | Mid-Rise | ||
| Zoning | H-3-65, Boston | ||
| Price Per Unit | $1,556,823 CAD |
| Sale Type | Investment |
| No. Units | 5 |
| Property Type | Multifamily |
| Property Subtype | Apartment |
| Apartment Style | Mid-Rise |
| Building Class | C |
| Lot Size | 0.03 AC |
| Building Size | 6,640 SF |
| No. Stories | 4 |
| Year Built | 1899 |
| Zoning | H-3-65, Boston |
Amenities
Unit Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Oven
- Range
- Views
- Freezer
Site Amenities
- 24 Hour Access
- Picnic Area
- Recycling
- Trash Pickup - Curbside
- Smoke Detector
Unit Mix Information
| Description | No. Units | Avg. Rent/Mo | SF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1+1 | 5 | - | 300 - 904 |
Property Taxes
| Parcel Number | CBOS-000000-000005-003348 | Improvements Assessment | $2,334,545 CAD |
| Land Assessment | $1,116,528 CAD | Total Assessment | $3,451,073 CAD |
Property Taxes
Parcel Number
CBOS-000000-000005-003348
Land Assessment
$1,116,528 CAD
Improvements Assessment
$2,334,545 CAD
Total Assessment
$3,451,073 CAD
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