FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelSecond
70 Gardner St, Boston MA 02132
Boston, MA 02132 • West Roxbury
$1,289,999
$1,199,999
Est. $7,255/month
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Open House Schedule
13
Sep
Sunday, September 13
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
12
Sep
Saturday, September 12
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
10
Sep
Thursday, September 10
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT
About this home
Welcome Eco-Enthusiasts.- seller owned solar panels and EV car charging station add value to this elegant young colonial! Tucked away on a convenient side street. Find three exceptional floors of living space. A cozy mudroom greets you followed by a sprawling foyer. Your large airy family room has a gas fireplace. Open concept kitchen, cherry cabinets, granite counters, and a separate sophisticated formal dining room, oversized windows, crown molding, hardwood floors and a half bath adorn the first floor. The far end of the kitchen's french doors lead to a walkout expansive deck overlooking a flat fenced in yard with raised garden beds, and a sizable shed. The primary suite includes a full bath and walk in closet. Three airy bedrooms with ample closets, hardwood floors, and another full bath grace the second floor. Huge bonus space in your livable lower level area! Make it a guest suite, a kitchenette, an office, and a playroom. This level also has a full bath and laundry. Bulkhead has easy access to your long paved driveway for three cars. Easy commuting options, moments to VFW Pkwy, Rt. 1, downtown, hospitals. Close proximity to private and Boston Public Schools.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
30.3%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Sep 9, 2026
$1,199,999
$90,000
(-6.98%)
From $1,289,999 to $1,199,999 (-7.0%)
Showing Instructions Updated
Aug 14, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Sale
Jul 16, 2026
$1,199,999
Original listing
Agent: Mary Rush
Office: Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC
Listed for Sale
Jul 16, 2026
$1,289,999
Original listing
Agent: Mary Rush
Office: Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC
Listed for Sale
Jul 16, 2026
$1,289,999
Original listing
Office: Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC
Previous Transaction - MLS #72711473
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Oct 15, 2020
$899,000
MLS #72711473
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/09/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $1,199,999 | $90,000 | - | From $1,289,999 to $1,199,999 (-7.0%) |
| 08/14/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 07/16/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,199,999 | - | - | Original listing |
| 07/16/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,289,999 | - | - | Original listing |
| 07/16/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,289,999 | - | - | Original listing |
| 10/15/2020 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $899,000 | - | - | MLS #72711473 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,843 | $1,022,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$11,843
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,022,700
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
2007
Living Area
3,783 sq ft
Lot Size
0.16 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Solar
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace
Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump
Laundry
Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Countertops - Stone/granite/solid, Wet Bar, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom, Bonus Room, High Speed Internet, Internet Available - Satellite
Exterior
Construction
Stone
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Wood
Features
Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Paved
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
220 Volts
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Range, For Gas Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$11,843
Assessed Value
$1,022,700
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
None
Seller Disclosures
Primary Bedroom Floor Has A Polyurethane Stain. Hardie Board Siding At The Rear Of The House Has Slight Separations.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Tan
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
33 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2007
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,783 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,394 sq ft above grade
1,389 sq ft below grade
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Countertops - Upgraded, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - 3/4, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Sconce
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Balcony / Deck, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelFirst
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelFirst
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Wet bar, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom, Bonus Room, High Speed Internet, Internet Available - Satellite
Windows:
Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Basement:
Full, Finished, Bulkhead, Sump Pump
Laundry:
Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
2007
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Stone
Roof:
Wood
Foundation:
Block
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Solar
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Family Room, Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
C
Kilmer K-8 School
0.5 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
St. Theresa of Avila Elementary School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
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
Holy Name Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Mozart Elementary School
1.4 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
C
Bates Elementary School
1.7 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
D
Conley Elementary School
2.1 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
Sarah Roberts Elementary School
2.2 mi
684 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Sacred Heart Elementary School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Channing Elementary School
2.5 mi
|
#771 of 825
|
Score: 31.0
Improved 20 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
200 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
C
Ohrenberger School
1.5 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
4.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
4.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
5.0 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
5.2 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Epiphany School
5.4 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
5.4 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
Middle School Academy
7.2 mi
Irving Middle
2.3 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
5.3 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Catholic Memorial School
0.2 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
|
#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
3.2 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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.5 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
3.7 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
Meridian Academy
4.2 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
4.8 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
B+
TechBoston Academy
4.8 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
5.1 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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West Roxbury
70 Gardner St, Boston MA 02132
Boston, MA 02132
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Mary Rush
Listing Office
Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC
Office Phone
617-323-7330
Agent MLS ID
CN210035
Office MLS ID
AN4930
Listing Data Updated
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