Active
70 Days on market
71 Townsend St Boston — Photo 1 of 4

71 Townsend St Boston — Photo 1 of 4

$1,099,998

71 Townsend St, Boston, MA 02119

Boston, MA 02119

Beds

5

Baths

2.5

SqFt

3,132

Style

2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Built

1889

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.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$351/sqft
Local Avg (Boston)$446/sqft
21% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,099,998
Annual Taxes$10,027

Parking

Garage2
Off-Street7

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms14
FireplacesNone
FlooringWood, Hardwood
BasementWalk-Out Access

Climate & Utilities

HeatingNatural Gas, Hot Water
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
WaterPublic, Individual Meter
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofSlate
FoundationStone
ZoningR2

Property & Lot

Acres0.11
SqFt Lot4,961
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Refrigerator

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • House of Worship • Public School

Geography

Property History

Listed
$1,099,998

Jun 28, 2026

MLS® 73542876

Expired
$1,099,998

Jun 12, 2026

MLS® 73440097

Listed
$1,099,998

Oct 6, 2025

MLS® 73440097

Population

27,377

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$48K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

73.5%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Suffolk County

2,527 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+37% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,269 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Christian Weston

Listing Office: Benjamin Douglas Realty Group LLC

MLS® Number: 73542876

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