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71 Townsend St, Boston MA 02119

Boston, MA 02119 • Roxbury
$1,099,999
Est. $6,598/month
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,132
Sq Ft
$351
Price/Sq Ft
0.11
Acres
1889
Year Built
Multi Family
Type
98
Days on Market
Active Listed Oct 6, 2025 • MLS# 73440097 Copied!

About this home

Presenting vacant and move-in ready, this stunning 2-family Victorian is a rare opportunity nestled in the highly desirable Historic Townsend Street District of Roxbury. Perfectly suited for both owner-occupants and savvy investors, the property blends timeless architectural character with thoughtful modern upgrades.Step inside to discover spacious, light-filled rooms with soaring ceilings throughout both units. Each residence offers generously sized bedrooms, in-unit laundry hookups, and updated gas heating systems. A newer roof, off-street parking, and a lush, private backyard add to the home’s appeal. The full basement features high ceilings and ample space, suitable for an additional dwelling unit and offering added value and flexibility. Located minutes from top institutions such as Northeastern University, BU Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston Latin Academy, BMC, and Longwood Medical and Academic Area.

Property Overview

Property Type
Multi Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1889
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,132 sq ft
Total Rooms
14
Stories
3
Levels
3

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style Multi Family
Year Built 1889
Living Area 3,132 sq ft
Lot Size 0.11 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 14

Interior

Heating Natural Gas, Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Walk-out Access
Laundry Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Slate
Features Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch Porch

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public, Individual Meter
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $10,027
Assessed Value $865,900

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access
Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1889
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Slate
Foundation: Stone
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public, Individual Meter
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved

Location

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Neighborhood

Roxbury

71 Townsend St, Boston MA 02119

Boston, MA 02119

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Nearby Schools

School District
Boston School District local
🎓 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
F
Ellis Elementary School
0.2 mi | #817 of 824 | Score: 24.7
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
391 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
F
Trotter Elementary School
0.3 mi | #794 of 824 | Score: 29.2
Dropped 6 spots from last year
-29 below state avg
352 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
C+
Bridge Boston Charter School
0.4 mi | #241 of 352 | Score: 37.2
Dropped 80 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
329 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
0.4 mi | #692 of 824 | Score: 36.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-22 below state avg
372 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Hale Elementary School
0.5 mi | #582 of 824 | Score: 41.7
Dropped 281 spots from last year
-16.5 below state avg
162 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C-
Mendell Elementary School
0.5 mi | #674 of 824 | Score: 37.2
Dropped 147 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
309 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Neighborhood School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Parkside Christian Academy/Cross Factor Academy
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
C
John F Kennedy School
0.8 mi | #633 of 824 | Score: 39.2
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-19 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
C-
Winthrop Elementary School
0.8 mi | #665 of 824 | Score: 37.6
Dropped 171 spots from last year
-20.6 below state avg
226 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

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

High Schools

10 schools
A+
Boston Latin Academy
0.4 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 Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
0.7 mi
Grades 06-09
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.8 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.9 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
1.2 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
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.4 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
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.5 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
2.0 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
2.4 mi
Grades 07-12
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.4 mi | #11 of 25 | Score: 34.1
Improved 349 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
850 students Diverse
Grades 07-12
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Property History

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Oct 6, 2025
$1,099,999
Original listing
Office: Benjamin Douglas Realty Group LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Oct 6, 2025 New Listing Added $1,099,999 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
98 days
Price per Sq Ft
$351

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $10,027 $865,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,027
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$865,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Clayton Weston
Listing Office Benjamin Douglas Realty Group LLC
Agent MLS ID CN235996
Office MLS ID AN7060
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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