Dimensions12 x 16
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled
LevelThird
186 Temple St, Boston MA 02132
Boston, MA 02132 • West Roxbury
$1,585,000
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About this home
Classic charm meets modern luxury in this fully renovated 11 room, 5 BR custom built Colonial circa 1885. Located in an exceptional neighborhood, this home boasts exquisite leaded glass & original details throughout. Dentil moldings, 10 ft ceilings, HW floors, an ornate FP, plus original pocket doors blend timeless character w/todays sought after updates. The beautifully updated kitchen has stainless steel appliances, a center island & leathered countertops complementing the home's original architectural details. Plantation shutters adorn every window. A cozy FR flows seamlessly from the kitchen, opening out onto a beautiful deck. Enjoy a gorgeous DR surrounded by leaded glass bay windows bathing the room in light. The 2nd flr is home to 3 generous BRs including a stunning Primary. Owners currently use 1 of the BRs as a home office. The 3rd flr has 2 additional BRs plus an adjoining exercise/sitting room & another full bath. Close to the commuter rail that goes directly to Back Bay & South Station, this beautiful home has an oversized lush yard that is one of the largest in W Roxbury! A rare opportunity to enjoy expansive outdoor space w/ADU friendly zoning, offering exceptional flexibility for future expansion.
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Property History
Market Insights
51.1%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Sep 9, 2026
$1,585,000
Original listing
Agent: Judy Korzenowski
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Previous Transaction - MLS #72107957
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Mar 24, 2017
$775,000
MLS #72107957
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/09/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,585,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 03/24/2017 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $775,000 | - | - | MLS #72107957 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,623 | $831,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$9,623
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$831,000
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1885
Living Area
2,848 sq ft
Lot Size
0.26 acres
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
11
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air, Ductless
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Marble
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Window Seat, Closet, Exercise Room, Foyer, Entry Hall, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Deck, Deck - Composite
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Total Spaces
4
Utilities
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$9,623
Assessed Value
$831,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Garage Is Currently Being Used For Storage & Not Accessible From The Driveway. Mini Splits Offer Ac & Optional Heat.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Blue
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures
Public record states 2625 sq ft of living space
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
48 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1885
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,848 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,848 sq ft above grade
Dimensions7 x 12
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled
LevelThird
Dimensions6 x 12
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce
LevelThird
Dimensions18 x 13
FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dressing Room, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Closet - Double
LevelSecond
Dimensions14 x 11
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled
LevelSecond
Dimensions9 x 7
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Double Vanity, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce
LevelSecond
Dimensions14 x 18
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Window Seat
LevelSecond
Dimensions16 x 18
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Pantry, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
LevelMain,First
Dimensions4 x 5
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Wainscoting
LevelFirst
Dimensions17 x 18
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Pocket Door, Window Seat
LevelMain,First
Dimensions15 x 11
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider, Lighting - Pendant
LevelMain,First
Dimensions18 x 12
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Pocket Door
LevelMain,First
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck, 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, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Marble
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Window Seat, Closet, Exercise Room, Foyer, Entry Hall, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
Windows:
Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1885
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air, Ductless
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Deck, Deck - Composite
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Parking Features:
Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Laundromat
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
B
Lyndon K-8 School
0.4 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
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Kilmer K-8 School
0.8 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
Holy Name Elementary School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Mozart Elementary School
1.3 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
1.6 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
2.1 mi
684 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Sacred Heart Elementary School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Italian Home For Children
2.4 mi
Grades PK-09
Middle Schools
10 schools
C
Ohrenberger School
1.7 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
4.2 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: 23.2
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
5.1 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
5.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
6.9 mi
Irving Middle
2.1 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
5.0 mi
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
|
#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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.1 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
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
D
English High School
3.3 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
Meridian Academy
3.8 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
4.3 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
4.6 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
D
Brighton High School
4.7 mi
|
#320 of 346
|
Score: 32.5
Improved 44 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
609 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 520 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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West Roxbury
186 Temple St, Boston MA 02132
Boston, MA 02132
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Judy Korzenowski
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Office Phone
617-969-2447
Agent MLS ID
BB815519
Office MLS ID
AN6227
Listing Data Updated
Sep 9, 2026 8:12 AM EDT
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