218 West Selden Street, Boston MA 02126

Boston, MA 02126 • Mattapan
$699,900
Est. $4,271/month
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5
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,320
Sq Ft
$302
Price/Sq Ft
0.11
Acres
1900
Year Built
4
Parking
New today
Time on Market
For Sale Open House Listed Oct 14, 2026 • MLS# 73590878 Copied! • Updated Oct 14, 2026

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Open House Schedule

17
Oct
Saturday, October 17
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

About this home

***OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY OCTOBER 17TH 12:00PM - 2:00PM*** Discover the possibilities at 218 West Selden Street! This spacious 5-bedroom Colonial offers approximately 2,320 square feet of living space across three levels, combining classic charm with tremendous potential. The first floor features a welcoming foyer, generously sized living room, formal dining room with beautiful bay windows, spacious eat-in kitchen, utility room, and enclosed front porch. The second floor offers three bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the third floor provides two additional bedrooms, offering flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. Situated on an approximately 4,755-square-foot lot, the property also features a rear patio area with space for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or relaxation. With its generous room sizes, traditional layout, and original character, this home presents an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to update, renovate, and make it their own. Conveniently located in Mattapan near neighborhood amenities and transportation options. Bring your vision and unlock the potential of this classic Colonial!

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Price & Status History

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Oct 14, 2026
$699,900
Original listing
Agent: Lindsey & Associates Realty Team Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $6,379 $514,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,379
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$514,400

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1900
Living Area 2,320 sq ft
Lot Size 0.11 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 11

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Gas Water Heater
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Colonial
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Paved Drive
Total Spaces 4
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $6,379
Assessed Value $514,400
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,320 sq ft
Total Rooms
11

Floor Layout

Interior Features

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Appliances: Gas Water Heater
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Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation: Stone

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

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Patio & Porch:
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Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive
School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
⚠ School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
↓ 1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
D
Mildred Avenue K-8 School
0.2 mi | #331 of 352 | Score: 28.0
Dropped 9 spots from last year
-30.2 below state avg
557 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C
KIPP Academy Boston Charter School
0.2 mi | #272 of 352 | Score: 34.5
Improved 36 spots from last year
-23.7 below state avg
627 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-08
F
Shaw Elementary School
0.6 mi | #789 of 825 | Score: 29.4
Improved 48 spots from last year
-28.8 below state avg
469 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-06
Berea SDA Academy
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Young Achievers Elementary School
0.7 mi | #348 of 352 | Score: 23.8
Dropped 6 spots from last year
-34.4 below state avg
422 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Mattahunt Elementary School
0.7 mi | #709 of 825 | Score: 35.0
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
580 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
New Beginnings Academy
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
F
Chittick Elementary School
0.9 mi | #794 of 825 | Score: 29.1
Dropped 180 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
275 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
D
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper
1.1 mi | #323 of 346 | Score: 32.2
Improved 26 spots from last year
-26 below state avg
605 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 02-12
Saint John Paul II Academy - Lower Mills
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Epiphany School
1.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.4 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.7 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
3.2 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.3 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
3.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
4.6 mi
Irving Middle
2.0 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
2.5 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
B+
TechBoston Academy
1.0 mi | #10 of 25 | Score: 34.9
Improved 350 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
869 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
1.4 mi | #8 of 25 | Score: 43.6
Improved 287 spots from last year
-14.6 below state avg
670 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
C+
New Mission High School
1.7 mi | #230 of 346 | Score: 49.5
Improved 98 spots from last year
-8.7 below state avg
739 students Diverse
13 sports • 458 athletes
Early College Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
2.5 mi | #328 of 346 | Score: 28.9
Improved 30 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
653 students Diverse
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.6 mi | #14 of 25 | Score: 31.6
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.7 below state avg
480 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.9 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
Roxbury Latin School
3.6 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.7 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.8 mi | #20 of 25 | Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Mattapan

218 West Selden Street, Boston MA 02126

Boston, MA 02126

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lindsey & Associates Realty Team
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Office Phone 617-542-0012
Agent MLS ID TM315986
Office MLS ID BB5522
Listing Data Updated Oct 14, 2026 5:57 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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