656 West Roxbury Parkway, Boston MA 02131

Boston, MA 02131 • Roslindale - Parkway
$630,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,308
Sq Ft
$482
Price/Sq Ft
0.17
Acres
1924
Year Built
2
Parking
17
Days on Market
Sold Listed Mar 20, 2019 • MLS# 72468490 Copied! • Updated May 20, 2019

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $549,000
Final Sale Price: $630,000
Difference: +$81,000 (+14.8%)
Performance Metrics
114.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $420
Sale $/sq ft: $482
This property sold for $482 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 14.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 17 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 16 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$482/sq ft
Area Median
$509/sq ft
Difference
5.3%

This property sold near the area median for similar homes.

About this home

Cheerful and sunny 3BR/1.5BA Colonial ideally located on the West Roxbury Parkway, super-convenient to the amenities of Rozzie and West Roxbury, including commuter rail, shopping and a plethora of great restaurants. Current owner is only the second owner this home has ever had! Hardwood floors throughout, lovely bonus sunroom off the fireplaced living room, stacked washer/dryer and half bath off the kitchen, large back deck with composite flooring. Backyard is large and level plus only 6 steps up to the front door from the nicely-landscaped front yard.

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Property History

Market Insights

35.3%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73561673
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏡
Currently Listed
Aug 11, 2026
$849,000
MLS #73561673 - Active
Sold
May 20, 2019
$630,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 21, 2019
$549,000
Original listing
Agent: Linda Burnett Office: Insight Realty Group, Inc.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $2,646 $507,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,646
Tax Year 2019
Assessed Value
$507,500

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1924
Living Area 1,308 sq ft
Lot Size 0.17 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Hot Water
Cooling None
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement None
Laundry Pantry, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck
Features Paved Drive, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces 2
Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer
Annual Tax $2,646
Assessed Value $507,500
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures New Owner May Have To Apply For Residential Exemption On Property Tax. Fireplace Needs Cleaning. Roof About 20 Years Old. Heating System 16 Years Old. Windows Replaced About 15 Years Ago.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 20 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1924
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,308 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement:
Laundry: Pantry, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1924
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Tandem, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
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+
Mozart Elementary School
0.3 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
Holy Name Elementary School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Lyndon K-8 School
0.6 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
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Bates Elementary School
0.7 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
Sarah Roberts Elementary School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-06
C+
Kilmer K-8 School
1.2 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
D
Conley Elementary School
1.2 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
Sacred Heart Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Italian Home For Children
1.7 mi
Grades PK-09
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
C
Ohrenberger School
1.5 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
3.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
3.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.8 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.0 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Epiphany School
4.2 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.2 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
Middle School Academy
6.0 mi
Irving Middle
1.1 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
4.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Roxbury Latin School
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
Catholic Memorial School
1.1 mi
15 sports • 2,206 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
C+
New Mission High School
2.0 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
2.3 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
2.4 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
2.5 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
3.0 mi
Grades 06-09
B+
TechBoston Academy
3.6 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.9 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 Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
4.1 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
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Roslindale - Parkway

656 West Roxbury Parkway, Boston MA 02131

Boston, MA 02131

Listing Information

Listing Agent Linda Burnett
Listing Office Insight Realty Group, Inc.
Office Phone 617-323-2300
Agent MLS ID BB901358
Office MLS ID BB9254
Listing Data Updated May 20, 2019 11:02 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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