8 Ardmore Rd, Boston MA 02132

Boston, MA 02132 • West Roxbury
$935,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,645
Sq Ft
$568
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1890
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
13
Days on Market
Sold Listed May 2, 2023 • MLS# 73105694 Copied! • Updated Jul 19, 2023

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $850,000
Final Sale Price: $935,000
Difference: +$85,000 (+10.0%)
Performance Metrics
110.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $517
Sale $/sq ft: $568
This property sold for $568 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 10.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 15 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$568/sq ft
Area Median
$553/sq ft
Difference
+2.7%

This property sold slightly above the area median for similar homes.

About this home

Charming Arts and Crafts colonial on attractive tree lined street. Great floor plan includes: Inviting front porch leading to generous heated sunroom. Beamed living room complete with oversized windows and fireplace. Dining room, eat in kitchen with granite countertops and brand new stainless steel appliances make entertaining effortless. Spacious rear deck and half bath completes the first floor. The generous front foyer and lovely staircase leads to the 2nd floor where you will find 4 bedrooms, full bath and hallway stairs to the attic. Basement includes direct access to rear yard, additional half bath, designated laundry plus a bonus room (craft or office space). Upgrades include brand new 2023 roof, 2023 heat pump system for both whole house heat and A/C. Eemax tankless water heater. This gem of a property also includes a 2 car garage and lovely private yard. Offers if any due Monday at 5pm.

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Property History

Market Insights

22.4%
Price Range
14
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73581215
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏡
Currently Listed
Sep 23, 2026
$1,095,000
MLS #73581215 - Active
Sold
Jul 17, 2023
$935,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 14
🏠
Listed for Sale
May 2, 2023
$850,000
Original listing
Agent: Lauren Brooks Office: Hillman Homes

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $9,103 $847,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,103
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$847,600

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1890
Living Area 1,645 sq ft
Lot Size 0.15 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air, Air Source Heat Pumps (ashp)
Flooring Wood, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Unfinished
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Sun Room, Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Deck - Wood
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck - Wood
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric 220 Volts
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $9,103
Assessed Value $847,600
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Some Electric May Be Dated. Floors In The Living And Dining Room Have A Few Dark Stains. Please Ask Agent To Show Under Staging Rugs.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 14 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,645 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features: Sun Room, Walk-up Attic
Windows:
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Heat Pump
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, 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
Holy Name Elementary School
0.1 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Mozart Elementary School
0.7 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
B
Lyndon K-8 School
0.7 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
St. Theresa of Avila Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Bates Elementary School
1.1 mi | #626 of 825 | Score: 39.5
Dropped 293 spots from last year
-18.7 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Sarah Roberts Elementary School
1.2 mi
684 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Italian Home For Children
1.4 mi
Grades PK-09
C
Kilmer K-8 School
1.4 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
D
Conley Elementary School
1.5 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
British International School of Boston
1.5 mi
Grades PK-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
C
Ohrenberger School
2.0 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
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
3.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.7 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.8 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
4.1 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
4.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
5.8 mi
Irving Middle
1.3 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
4.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Roxbury Latin School
1.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Catholic Memorial School
1.2 mi
15 sports • 2,206 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.1 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
2.3 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
2.4 mi | #231 of 346 | Score: 49.5
Improved 97 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
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
2.7 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
Meridian Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
B+
TechBoston Academy
3.7 mi | #10 of 25 | Score: 34.9
Improved 350 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
869 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
3.7 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.7 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

West Roxbury

8 Ardmore Rd, Boston MA 02132

Boston, MA 02132

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lauren Brooks
Listing Office Hillman Homes
Office Phone 617-527-1907
Agent MLS ID CN215751
Office MLS ID AN0856
Listing Data Updated Jul 19, 2023 11:24 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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