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3985 Washington St, Boston MA 02131

Boston, MA 02131 • Roslindale
$1,249,000
Est. $7,410/month
9
Beds
3
Baths
3,234
Sq Ft
$386
Price/Sq Ft
0.08
Acres
1905
Year Built
61
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$146,000 Listed May 1, 2026 • MLS# 73511267 Copied!

About this home

RARE FIND! Large, well-cared-for 3-family near the Arnold Arboretum with owner-occupant, house-hack, investor, or buy-and-hold flexibility. One apartment is expected to be available for occupancy or re-leasing, creating immediate optionality. Set on a large, sun-facing lot with an oversized private backyard, off-street parking, and outdoor space to relax. Professionally managed and cared for by the same family for many years, with strong rental history and consistent resident appeal. Units offer similar floor plans, large rooms, hardwood floors, separate heat/electric, a newer rubber roof, and a high-ceiling basement. Convenient to Forest Hills, Roslindale Village, the Arnold Arboretum, Longwood, universities, Downtown Boston, and transit. Rent roll, expense summary, utility responsibility, and systems information available upon request.

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Property Overview

Property Type
3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1905
Bedrooms
9
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
3,234 sq ft
Total Rooms
15
Stories
3
Levels
3

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Year Built 1905
Living Area 3,234 sq ft
Lot Size 0.08 acres
Bedrooms 9
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 15

Interior

Heating Hot Water
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry None
Features Laundry Room

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $10,734
Assessed Value $926,900

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Laundry Room
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1905
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water
Cooling:
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Location

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Neighborhood

Roslindale

3985 Washington St, Boston MA 02131

Boston, MA 02131

Walkability

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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

3 schools
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
0.3 mi | #251 of 352 | Score: 36.0
Improved 46 spots from last year
-22.2 below state avg
249 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Croft School
0.4 mi
Grades K-01
Sumner Elementary
0.5 mi
M

Middle Schools

1 school
Irving Middle
0.7 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.0 mi
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.0 mi | #14 of 25 | Score: 31.3
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
428 students Less Diverse
Strong AP Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
English High
1.1 mi
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Monthly Payment Breakdown

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Property Tax $895
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI (if <20% down) $0

Loan Summary

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Total principal paid $0
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Payment Over Time

Interest
Principal
Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

2
Price Changes
10.5%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Jun 22, 2026
$1,249,000 $46,000 (-3.55%)
From $1,295,000 to $1,249,000 (-3.5%)
Price Reduced
May 4, 2026
$1,295,000 $100,000 (-7.17%)
From $1,395,000 to $1,295,000 (-7.2%)
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Listed for Sale
May 1, 2026
$1,395,000
Original listing
Agent: Darin Thompson Office: Stuart St James, Inc.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 22, 2026 Price Changed $1,249,000 -$46,000
May 4, 2026 Price Changed $1,295,000 -$100,000
May 1, 2026 New Listing Added $1,395,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
61 days
Price per Sq Ft
$386
Total Price Drop
-$146,000

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $10,734 $926,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,734
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$926,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Darin Thompson
Listing Office Stuart St James, Inc.
Agent MLS ID BB810237
Office MLS ID AC1022
Listing Data Updated Jun 26, 2026 3:05 AM 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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