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Sold for $1,150,000
  • $1,150,000

    257 Temple St, West Roxbury, MA 02132

    5beds
    2,827sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1885
    6,375 Square Feet Lot
    $1,355,700 Zestimate®
    $407/sqft
    $5,008 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,355,700

    $1.26M - $1.46M

    $5,008/mo

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    What's special

    Thursday and Saturday Open Houses have been CANCELLED. Incredible value, amazing street! This impeccably renovated and expanded Colonial home in the heart of West Roxbury can be yours at a fantastic new price! From the generous front porch with mahogany flooring to the Great Room addition, this home has the space you need and want, with 5 total bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Enjoy morning coffee or gathering with friends on the back deck that overlooks a fenced, level yard with gardening shed. You'll love the light-filled rooms on all levels, including the massive primary suite with double-vanity bath and terrific storage, and the third floor private suite with full bath that's perfect for work-from-home, guest bedroom or hobby space. To gild the lily: central air conditioning; second floor laundry room; Navien water heater; fresh exterior paint in 2019; powerful new HVAC system for floors 2&3 in 2021; a lawn irrigation system, and a generous driveway that accommodates 4+ vehicles.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 07, 2023 at 10:39am

    Listed by:

    Linda Burnett 617-335-2824,

    Insight Realty Group, Inc. 617-323-2300

    Bought with:

    Wilson Group

    Keller Williams Realty

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73124760

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 4
    • Level: Third
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Yes
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Half
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom 3
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    Family room
    • Features: Exterior Access, Slider
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
    • Level: First
    Living room
    • Level: First
    Office
    • Level: Second
    Heating
    • Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
    Features
    • Home Office
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Windows: Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Concrete
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,827
    • Total interior livable area: 2,827 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
    • Uncovered spaces: 3
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
    • Exterior features: Porch, Deck
    • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
    Lot
    • Size: 6,375 sqft
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1433028
    • Zoning: RES

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Granite
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1885

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Thermostat

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation
    Location
    • Region: West Roxbury

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/7/2023Sold$1,150,000-4.1%$407/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73124760 Report a problem
    6/29/2023Contingent$1,199,000$424/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73124760 Report a problem
    6/27/2023Price change$1,199,000-4.1%$424/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73124760 Report a problem
    6/21/2023Price change$1,250,000-3.8%$442/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73124760 Report a problem
    6/14/2023Listed for sale$1,300,000+51.2%$460/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73124760 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$12,779 +0.4%$1,103,500 -5.5%
    2024$12,729 +6.6%$1,167,800 +5%
    2023$11,946 +8.6%$1,112,300 +10%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: West Roxbury

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