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186 Temple Street, Boston MA 02132

Boston, MA 02132 • West Roxbury
$775,000
Est. $4,633/month
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,625
Sq Ft
$295
Price/Sq Ft
0.26
Acres
1885
Year Built
41
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jan 12, 2017 • MLS# 72107957 Copied!

About this home

Stately eleven room, five bedroom custom built Colonial circa 1885, boasts exquisite leaded glass and stained glass windows throughout. The grand foyer with impressive column and dentil moldings leads to a magnificent living room/parlor with an ornate fireplace. A pocket door opens to the elegant dining room which features stunning built-in china cabinets, a bay window and window seat. The large kitchen and den lead to sliders and an expansive deck overlooking the private backyard. There are three generous bedrooms on the second floor and two additional bedrooms and full bathroom on the third floor. Easy access to the commuter rail, and just blocks to the sensational shops and restaurants on Centre Street.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1885
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,625 sq ft
Total Rooms
11

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $849,000
Final Sale Price: $775,000
Difference: $74,000 (-8.7%)
Performance Metrics
91.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
41
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $323
Sale $/sq ft: $295
This property sold for $295 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.7% below the original asking price.

The property spent 41 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 5 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$295/sq ft
Area Average
$433/sq ft
Difference
31.9%

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

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1885
Living Area 2,625 sq ft
Lot Size 0.26 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 11

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full
Laundry None
Features Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Hot Tub/spa
Pool None
Spa Private
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 6

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $6,176
Assessed Value $583,200

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
Windows:
Basement: Full
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1885
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Hot Tub/Spa
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Spa/Hot Tub: Yes
Spa Features: Private
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails

Location

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Neighborhood

West Roxbury

186 Temple Street, 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
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Kilmer K-8 School
0.8 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
1.3 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
1.6 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
2.1 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
2.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Sacred Heart Elementary School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Italian Home For Children
2.4 mi
Grades PK-09
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
C
Ohrenberger School
1.7 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
4.2 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
4.8 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
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
Epiphany School
5.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
6.9 mi
Irving Middle
2.1 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
5.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Catholic Memorial School
0.3 mi
15 sports • 2,206 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
Roxbury Latin School
0.6 mi
Grades 07-12
C+
New Mission High School
2.8 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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.1 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
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
3.2 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
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
3.8 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
4.3 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
4.6 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
D
Brighton High School
4.7 mi | #321 of 346 | Score: 31.3
Improved 43 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
667 students Diverse
11 sports • 520 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Property History

Market Insights

54.4%
Price Range
42
Total Days on Market

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Current Active Listing - MLS #73518894
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Currently Listed
May 14, 2026
$1,699,000
MLS #73518894 - Active
Sold
Mar 24, 2017
$775,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 42
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Listed for Sale
Jan 12, 2017
$799,900
Original listing
Agent: Bridget Graham Office: Coldwell Banker - The Hammond Group

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 14, 2026 Sold $1,699,000
Jan 12, 2017 New Listing Added $799,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
41 days
Price per Sq Ft
$295

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $6,176 $583,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,176
Tax Year 2016
Assessed Value
$583,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Bridget Graham
Listing Office Coldwell Banker - The Hammond Group
Agent MLS ID BB807652
Office MLS ID AN3117
Listing Data Updated Mar 27, 2017 9:56 AM 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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