JP Times Three

These urban multifamilies offer one unit for you, two for rental income.

(Globe Staff Photo / Mark Wilson)

$845,000
85 GLEN ROAD, JAMAICA PLAIN

SQUARE FOOTAGE 3,249
LOT SIZE 2,180 square feet
BEDROOMS 2, 3, 3
BATHS 1 full per unit
2007 TAXES $5,908
LAST SOLD FOR $705,000 in 2005

PROS Situated at an entrance to Franklin Park, this three-decker offers views of that portion of the Emerald Necklace from every living room. The apartments have been renovated, with updated bathrooms and kitchens, and pantries converted to laundry rooms. Some original molding remains. Removal of walls in the second- and third-floor units eliminated the long hallway typical of three-deckers. Condo documents are in place for possible conversion. CONS The kitchens aren't big enough for a decent-size table. Contact Mikki Zeitouni, Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Westwood, 617-319-5786, gibsonsothebysrealty.com.

$799,900
623 CENTRE STREET, JAMAICA PLAIN

SQUARE FOOTAGE 4,134
LOT SIZE 3,200 square feet
BEDROOMS 3 per unit
BATHS 1 full per unit
2007 TAXES $9,339
LAST SOLD FOR estimated $16,000 in 1946

PROS The traditional story of three-deckers allowing large extended families to live together is borne out at this house, which is still owned by descendants of the Greek immigrants who purchased it in 1946. The second- and third-floor apartments were renovated about seven years ago, and the top floor has been deleaded. All units have substantial woodwork and built-in china cabinets. The roof and windows were replaced three years ago. The location, a block down from shopping and restaurants, is great. Rents average about $1,300 each. CONS The first-floor apartment is due for an overhaul. Contact Toula Sfougaristos, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Dedham, 617-438-8739, nemoves.com.

$799,000
19 GLADE AVENUE, JAMAICA PLAIN

SQUARE FOOTAGE 3,654
LOT SIZE 2,871 square feet
BEDROOMS 2, 3, 3
BATHS 1 full per unit
2007 TAXES $6,127
LAST SOLD FOR $153,000 in 1994

PROS The vacant second-floor apartment is in the process of being renovated. The first-floor apartment has a deeded parking space and an outdoor Jacuzzi. On the third floor, the wall between the front room and former dining room is gone, creating one big room. The apartments rent for about $1,400 each. Condo documents are in place. CONS The common hallway is showing some wear, as is the first-floor kitchen, which was updated about 10 years ago. Contact Mikki Zeitouni, Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Westwood, 617-319-5786, gibsonsothebysrealty.com.

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