5 Delford St, Boston MA 02131

Boston, MA 02131 • Roslindale
$314,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,300
Sq Ft
$242
Price/Sq Ft
0.05
Acres
1950
Year Built
3
Parking
Single Family Residence
Type
13
Days on Market
Sold 2005 Listed Jul 13, 2005 • MLS# 70224774 Copied! • Updated Mar 31, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $314,000
Final Sale Price: $314,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $242
Sale $/sq ft: $242
This property sold for $242 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 11 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$242/sq ft
Area Median
$449/sq ft
Difference
46.2%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Don't miss this bargain!! Best Deal in the CITY!!Attached rowhouse in Roslindale near Forest Hill T station. This is a 4 bedroom 2 1/2 bath that features a side corner lot. This has all major updates and is turn key! Located on dead end street and close to shops and restaurants. Great home for the extended family. Off street parking and shed.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

66.9%
Price Range
41
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73601952
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Nov 13, 2026
$950,000
MLS #73601952 - Active
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Sold
Sep 19, 2005
$314,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 41
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Listed for Sale
Jul 13, 2005
$314,000
Original listing
Agent: John J. Lawn Office: Charles River Real Estate

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2005 $2,282 $212,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,282
Tax Year 2005
Assessed Value
$212,700

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1950
Living Area 1,300 sq ft
Lot Size 0.05 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Fireplace None
Basement Finished
Laundry None
Features Accessory Apt.

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio
Features Off Street
Total Spaces 3
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $2,282
Assessed Value $212,700
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Association Required No
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Property Also Includes 41-43 Archdale That Has Sep Deed.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color white
Sq Ft Source Owner
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 41 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1950
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,300 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Levels
Multi/Split

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Interior Features: Accessory Apt.
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Finished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1950
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Off Street
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
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
0.4 mi | #262 of 352 | Score: 35.5
Improved 35 spots from last year
-22.7 below state avg
209 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Sarah Roberts Elementary School
0.6 mi
684 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C-
Haley Pilot School
0.8 mi | #745 of 825 | Score: 32.8
Dropped 92 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
352 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Sacred Heart Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Italian Home For Children
0.9 mi
Grades PK-09
C
Bates Elementary School
1.2 mi | #627 of 825 | Score: 39.5
Dropped 294 spots from last year
-18.7 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Conley Elementary School
1.2 mi | #775 of 825 | Score: 30.8
Dropped 90 spots from last year
-27.4 below state avg
157 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C+
Mozart Elementary School
1.2 mi | #510 of 825 | Score: 44.5
Dropped 236 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
154 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
British International School of Boston
1.2 mi
Grades PK-12
Holy Name Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Mother Caroline Academy
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.4 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
2.5 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
2.7 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.9 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
Epiphany School
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
4.7 mi
Irving Middle
0.5 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
2.7 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.2 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
D
English High School
1.2 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
Meridian Academy
1.8 mi
Grades 06-09
C+
New Mission High School
2.0 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
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
2.1 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
Roxbury Latin School
2.1 mi
Grades 07-12
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.4 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
Catholic Memorial School
2.4 mi
15 sports • 2,206 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.6 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.2 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

Roslindale

5 Delford St, Boston MA 02131

Boston, MA 02131

Listing Information

Listing Agent John J. Lawn
Listing Office Charles River Real Estate
Office Phone 617-924-5050
Agent MLS ID BB803458
Office MLS ID NB2165
Listing Data Updated Mar 31, 2025 9:57 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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