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42-44 Sanborn Ave, Boston MA 02132

Boston, MA 02132 • West Roxbury
$1,200,000
Est. $7,086/month
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,131
Sq Ft
$383
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1934
Year Built
13 hours 30 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed Apr 21, 2026 • MLS# 73504825 Copied!

About this home

Available for the first time in 25 years! This exceptional West Roxbury two-family at 42-44 Sanborn Ave offers a rare opportunity on a quiet, tree-lined street near Centre Street shops, commuter rail, and Millennium Park. Set on a 5,663 sq ft lot with 4-car parking and over 3,100 sq ft of versatile living space, this charming yellow shingle-style property features a covered portico and high ceilings. It is ideal for an owner-occupant looking to offset the mortgage or an investor seeking a strong asset with a projected 6% cap rate. The first-floor unit features 2 bedrooms plus an office, gleaming hardwood floors with original dark wood trim, and a classic fireplace living room. The upper unit offers 3 bedrooms plus a sunroom and finished oversized attic, featuring beautiful hardwood floors, an updated eat-in kitchen with newer white cabinetry and stainless steel gas range, plus a renovated main bath. A rare blend of space, character, income potential, and location!

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Property Overview

Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1934
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
3,131 sq ft
Total Rooms
16
Stories
3
Levels
3

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built 1934
Living Area 3,131 sq ft
Lot Size 0.13 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 16

Interior

Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement Garage Access, Unfinished
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Shingle

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $9,822
Assessed Value $848,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Garage Access, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1934
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block, Stone
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water: Oil, Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:

Location

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Neighborhood

West Roxbury

42-44 Sanborn Ave, Boston MA 02132

Boston, MA 02132

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Nearby Schools

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
B
Lyndon K-8 School
0.4 mi | #159 of 352 | Score: 43.9
Improved 34 spots from last year
-14.3 below state avg
512 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
St. Theresa of Avila Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Kilmer K-8 School
0.6 mi | #247 of 352 | Score: 36.7
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-21.5 below state avg
401 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Holy Name Elementary School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Mozart Elementary School
1.2 mi | #515 of 824 | Score: 44.3
Dropped 241 spots from last year
-14 below state avg
155 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C
Bates Elementary School
1.5 mi | #624 of 824 | Score: 39.5
Dropped 291 spots from last year
-18.8 below state avg
281 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Conley Elementary School
2.0 mi | #776 of 824 | Score: 30.7
Dropped 91 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
148 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Sarah Roberts Elementary School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Sacred Heart Elementary School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Italian Home For Children
2.5 mi
Grades PK-09
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
C
Ohrenberger School
1.6 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
4.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
4.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.7 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.9 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Epiphany School
5.1 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
5.1 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
6.9 mi
Irving Middle
2.0 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
5.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Catholic Memorial School
0.2 mi
15 sports • 2,206 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
Roxbury Latin School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
C+
New Mission High School
2.7 mi | #240 of 346 | Score: 47.3
Improved 88 spots from last year
-10.9 below state avg
715 students Diverse
13 sports • 458 athletes
Early College Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
3.1 mi | #8 of 25 | Score: 41.6
Improved 287 spots from last year
-16.6 below state avg
700 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.2 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
D
English High School
3.3 mi | #324 of 346 | Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students Moderate
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
3.9 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
4.5 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
B+
TechBoston Academy
4.5 mi | #11 of 25 | Score: 34.1
Improved 349 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
850 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
4.8 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Apr 21, 2026
$1,200,000
Original listing
Agent: Alex Langos Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 21, 2026 New Listing Added $1,200,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
13 hours 30 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$383

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $9,822 $848,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,822
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$848,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Alex Langos
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Agent MLS ID CN251690
Office MLS ID AN6200
Listing Data Updated Apr 21, 2026 1:24 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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