701 Vfw Parkway, Boston MA 02132

Boston, MA 02132 • West Roxbury
$4,800/mo
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,000
Sq Ft
8,277
Lot Sq Ft
1
Garage Space
21
Days on Market
For Rent Listed Aug 20, 2026 • MLS# 73566089 Copied! • Updated Sep 1, 2026

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About this home

Newly Renovated single family home in the heart of West Roxbury. Ideal commuter location and walking distance to Centre Street. This 3 bedroom/2bath home was fully gut renovated and finished with highest quality materials and a modern contemporary design. Features include, brand new open style custom kitchen with quartz breakfast bar, custom cabinets and top of the line stainless appliances. Spacious floor plan with expansive living room and dining area with polished tiles floors, recessed lighting and sliding doors to outdoor patio. Main floor also features 2 spacious bedrooms with hardwood floors, custom closets and large luxury tiled bathroom. Lower level feature spacious family room, guest room with bathroom and full size washer/dryer. Central Air, Garage parking and large fenced in yard make this home an exceptional value in the neighborhood. Easy access to Commuter Rail, Longwood Medical, Chestnut Hill Shops, Arnold Arboretum. Available for September 15th.

Property History

Market Insights

99.2%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Rent
Aug 20, 2026
$4,800
Original listing
Agent: Michael Doherty Office: Citylife Real Estate
Previous Transaction - MLS #73443446
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jan 30, 2026
$630,000
MLS #73443446

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Single Family Residence
Living Area 2,000 sq ft
Lot Size 8,277 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 8

Rental Details

Available Sep 15, 2026
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Water, Sewer
Security Deposit $4,800
Required First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Heating Natural Gas, Central
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Disposal, Microwave, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Range
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry In Unit
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Patio, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features None
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Owner
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 14 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,000 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Disposal, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Range
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Central
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features:
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
0.8 mi | #161 of 352 | Score: 43.3
Improved 32 spots from last year
-14.9 below state avg
524 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
Holy Name Elementary School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Theresa of Avila Elementary School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Mozart Elementary School
1.4 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
C
Kilmer K-8 School
1.5 mi | #253 of 352 | Score: 36.0
Dropped 32 spots from last year
-22.2 below state avg
391 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C
Bates Elementary School
1.8 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
British International School of Boston
1.8 mi
Grades PK-12
Italian Home For Children
1.9 mi
Grades PK-09
Sarah Roberts Elementary School
2.0 mi
684 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Conley Elementary School
2.2 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
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
C
Ohrenberger School
2.4 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
Nativity Prep School
3.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.3 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.3 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
4.7 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
Epiphany School
4.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
6.3 mi
Irving Middle
2.0 mi
Timilty Middle
4.4 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Catholic Memorial School
1.1 mi
15 sports • 2,206 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
Roxbury Latin School
1.3 mi
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
D
English High School
2.8 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
C+
New Mission High School
3.1 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
Meridian Academy
3.3 mi
Grades 06-09
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
3.4 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
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
3.6 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.4
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.8 below state avg
526 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Brighton High School
3.9 mi | #320 of 346 | Score: 32.5
Improved 44 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
609 students Diverse
11 sports • 520 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
4.0 mi | #313 of 346 | Score: 35.8
Improved 16 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
450 students Diverse
Career Tech Programs Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

West Roxbury

701 Vfw Parkway, Boston MA 02132

Boston, MA 02132

Listing Information

Listing Agent Michael Doherty
Listing Office Citylife Real Estate
Office Phone 781-888-2101
Agent MLS ID BB815392
Office MLS ID NB9350
Listing Data Updated Sep 1, 2026 2:30 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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