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161 Perham St, Boston MA 02132

Boston, MA 02132 • West Roxbury - West Roxbury,
$899,900
Est. $5,473/month
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,808
Sq Ft
$498
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1910
Year Built
15 hours 30 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed May 12, 2026 • MLS# 73517069 Copied!

About this home

Welcome to this amazing neighborhood home in West Roxbury, where great curb appeal greets you with a beautiful bluestone entry to wide steps, and when you step inside this 4 Bed, 2 full bath Gambrel Dutch Colonial, it feels warm, inviting, with sun-filled spaces, high ceilings, charm, bringing a seamless flow from living room to dining room and kitchen that makes every corner feel like home. The dining room features an original built-in hutch along with sliders that open to a bi-level open deck, for grilling and entertaining. Newly painted exterior and interior throughout. Hardwood floors refinished throughout. This charming home is the true definition of home. Kitchen has updated Granite and SS Appliances. The mud room leads to large fenced yard (direct walk out ) & 2 car garage. The completely finished lower level includes family room, full bath with new laundry, 4th bedroom *and additional storage. This terrific home is a true pleasure to show!!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,808 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Open House Schedule

16
May
Saturday, May 16
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
17
May
Sunday, May 17
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1910
Living Area 1,808 sq ft
Lot Size 0.15 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Washer
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Finished, Interior Entry
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features High Speed Internet

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Et Irrigation Controller
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $8,673
Assessed Value $749,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1910
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, ET Irrigation Controller
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

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

Location

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Neighborhood

West Roxbury - West Roxbury,

161 Perham St, 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
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Kilmer K-8 School
0.9 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
1.7 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
2.1 mi
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
Sacred Heart Elementary School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Italian Home For Children
2.3 mi
Grades PK-09
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
C
Ohrenberger School
1.9 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
4.6 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
6.8 mi
Irving Middle
2.1 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
4.9 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Catholic Memorial School
0.5 mi
15 sports • 2,206 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
Roxbury Latin School
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
C+
New Mission High School
2.9 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
3.3 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
4.2 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
D
Brighton High School
4.6 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
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
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Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
May 12, 2026
$899,900
Original listing
Agent: Sheila Goddess Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Previous Transaction - MLS #71994440
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jun 27, 2016
$625,000
MLS #71994440

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 12, 2026 New Listing Added $899,900
Jun 27, 2016 Sold $625,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
15 hours 30 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$498

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $8,673 $749,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,673
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$749,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sheila Goddess
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Agent MLS ID BB922304
Office MLS ID AN6227
Listing Data Updated May 13, 2026 3:30 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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