One of the finest Queen Anne Victorian houses in Boston! Designed by renowned architect Patrick Ford. This picturesque house is surrounded by grand, craftsman style houses in the Parkside neighborhood. Originally “Forest Gardens Estate” because of the proximity to Franklin Park. Built for grand living; the entire house has SUPERB original detailing. South facing front porch w/delightful details, recently renovated. Enter into a stunning foyer w/ a spectacular staircase! Living room flanked w/ elegant columns, gas fireplace & bow window, opens to the gracious dining w/ fireplace, wainscoting & access to the contemporary kitchen w/cherry cabinets, soapstone counters & a cooks library w/ desk space-great view to patio & garden area. The 2nd floor-4 bedrooms, full bath & great closet space. You'll fall in love w/ the top floor-sunny & private, a writer's dream w/ a magnificent library & spacious bedrooms. So many unique features; you have to come experience the grandeur & craftsmanship.
Sold for $1,279,000
$1,279,000
42 Peter Parley Rd, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
7beds
2,947sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
4,613 Square Feet Lot
$1,292,600 Zestimate®
$434/sqft
$5,657 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,292,600
$1.18M - $1.42M
$5,657/mo
Zestimate® history
Loading...
Owner options
List your home for rent
$5,657/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
Learn more$5,657/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$7,559/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
See today's rates$7,559/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 25, 2024 at 11:16am
Listed by:
Bunny Cecchetto 617-686-1096,
Focus Real Estate 617-676-4082
Bought with:
Sazama Real Estate
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73251109
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 155 x 136
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 136 x 130
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 127 x 107
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 116 x 105
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 1710 x 136
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled, Pedestal Sink
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled, Pedestal Sink
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: Main,First
- Dimensions: 150 x 1311
Kitchen
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
- Level: Main,First
- Dimensions: 1211 x 23
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Decorative Molding, Pocket Door
- Level: Main,First
- Dimensions: 163 x 133
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Closet, Open Floorplan, Wainscoting, Lighting - Pendant, Vestibule, Decorative Molding, Bedroom, Center Hall, Mud Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Stained Glass, Screens
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Slab
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,947
- Total interior livable area: 2,947 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,613 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: W:11 P:02433 S:000,1350838
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian,Colonial Revival
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Granite
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Jamaica Plain
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/25/2024 | Sold | $1,279,000-1.2%$434/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73251109 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2024 | Contingent | $1,295,000$439/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73251109 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000-7.5%$439/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73251109 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2024 | Contingent | $1,400,000$475/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73251109 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2024 | Price change | $1,400,000-6.7%$475/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73251109 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,959 +9.7% | $1,205,400 +3.2% |
| 2024 | $12,728 +8.6% | $1,167,700 +7% |
| 2023 | $11,719 +5.6% | $1,091,200 +7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hernandez K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- NACommunity AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- NAEgleston Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bps
- Middle: Bps
- High: Bps
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$1,292,600
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$1,292,600
- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02130
- Jamaica Plain
- 42 Peter Parley Rd