Investors take notice! This well-maintained 5-unit multifamily property presents an outstanding opportunity to expand your investment portfolio or begin building long-term wealth through real estate. Held by the same family for an incredible 136 years, this property reflects generations of pride in ownership and thoughtful maintenance. Offering strong rental appeal, three units are currently occupied by tenants at will, while additional income potential exists with the remaining units. One oversized apartment was originally two separate units and has been combined into a spacious residence, providing flexibility for future rental strategies. Major improvements include vinyl siding, vinyl replacement windows, a flat rubber roof approximately 10 years old, a new boiler approximately 2 years old, newer gas heaters, and six electric meters. Separate utilities help simplify property management and tenant billing. Inside, the building retains much of its original character with beautiful ornate woodwork, impressive 4¼-inch window and door casings, original five-panel interior doors, and hardwood flooring throughout much of the property. Conveniently located minutes to Twin City Rail Trail and near shopping, restaurants, churches, markets, bus stops, and the commuter rail station, this property offers the accessibility of today's tenants value. Whether you're a seasoned investor seeking dependable cash flow or a buyer looking to enter the multifamily market with confidence, this is a rare opportunity to own a solid income-producing property with a remarkable history and excellent upside potential.
South Fitchburg, located between Downtown Fitchburg and Leominster, is a residential and industrial Fitchburg neighborhood with mill-era streetscapes and wooded edges. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the John Fitch Highway (Route 12) corridor, where auto shops, small eateries, and everyday retail line a fast-moving commercial strip. Triple-deckers and compact capes mix with former factory buildings, giving blocks a practical, workaday look. Coggshall Park’s trails and water views add a quieter counterpoint to the main roads. Fitchburg State University and the Fitchburg Art Museum sit nearby, shaping the area’s cultural orbit. The Fitchburg Commuter Rail station links the neighborhood to regional trips.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Total of 18 rooms
Living room
Kitchen
Office/Den
Bedrooms
Multiple unit layout (individual unit bedroom counts not specified)
Bathrooms
5 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Dryer hookup
Gas dryer hookup
Washer and dryer listed among appliances
Flooring
Wood floors
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Space heaters
Steam heat
8 heating units
No central cooling units reported
Exterior features
Porch
Cleared lot
Paved road frontage
Publicly maintained road
Home design
5+ family, side-by-side multiunit property
5 stories total
5 levels reported
Parking
2-car garage (2 covered spaces)
5 additional open parking spaces
Total of 7 parking spaces
Off-street parking on stone/gravel
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Rubber roof
Building area approximately 5,543
Year built approximate (public records)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Individually metered electric with circuit breakers
Gas available for range and dryer
Utilities may vary per unit
HOA & community
Not a senior community
Community amenities nearby include public transportation, shopping, golf, laundromat, bike path, highway access, house of worship, schools, T-station, university, and sidewalks
Other
Property listed as active
Electricity and solar
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Fitchburg, MA • 01420
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 8% for direct sun exposure in Fitchburg. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
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This home is pending
The seller has accepted an offer, and this property is now pending.