81 Wayland St, Boston MA 02125

Boston, MA 02125 • Dorchester's Grove Hall - Roxbury
$425,000
$415,000
Est. $2,697/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,652
Sq Ft
$251
Price/Sq Ft
0.05
Acres
1989
Year Built
1
Parking
48
Days on Market
Sale Pending Price Drop -$10,000 Listed Jul 14, 2026 • MLS# 73549168 Copied! • Updated Sep 2, 2026

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About this home

A unique opportunity awaits you to acquire the ONLY AVAILABLE BOSTON SINGLE FAMILY FOR UNDER $450K. This condo-alternative offers no condo fee and a low cost of ownership, making it an ideal property for anyone seeking their entry into the Boston Market. The property boasts three levels of living, providing 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and an ideal canvas to complete the basement. Additionally, it includes off-street parking. Conveniently located between Roxbury and Dorchester, the property is walkable to several MBTA stops/stations, and just minutes away from highway access. The surrounding area is bustling with local stores and shops, making driving an optional choice.

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Property History

Market Insights

1
Price Changes
2.4%
Price Range

Property Timeline

📋
Status: Active under contract
Aug 19, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Aug 19, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
Aug 9, 2026
$415,000 $10,000 (-2.35%)
From $425,000 to $415,000 (-2.4%)
👁️
Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 21, 2026
New showing requirements
👁️
Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 15, 2026
New showing requirements
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jul 14, 2026
$425,000
Original listing
Agent: Jovonie Houston Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Dorchester

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,780 $412,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,780
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$412,800

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1989
Living Area 1,652 sq ft
Lot Size 0.05 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Electric Baseboard, Electric
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring None
Appliances Electric Water Heater
Fireplace None
Basement Full
Laundry Window(s) - Picture, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Other (see Remarks)
Roof Shingle
Features Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Features Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 1
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range
Annual Tax $4,780
Assessed Value $412,800
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint None
Seller Disclosures Property Not Likely To Qualify For Fha Or Va Financing; Cash, Conventional, Or Construction Loan Product Preferred.
Exclusions Owners Personal Belongings
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Living Area Determined by Public Record, Interior Measured for Floor Plan
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 50 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1989
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,652 sq ft
Total Rooms
5

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full
Laundry: Window(s) - Picture, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1989
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric Baseboard, Electric
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved
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
F
King Elementary School
0.2 mi | #824 of 825 | Score: 21.4
Dropped 4 spots from last year
-36.8 below state avg
454 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
C-
Winthrop Elementary School
0.3 mi | #670 of 825 | Score: 37.4
Dropped 176 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
256 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
C+
Conservatory Lab Charter School
0.3 mi | #246 of 352 | Score: 36.7
Improved 11 spots from last year
-21.5 below state avg
467 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C+
Bridge Boston Charter School
0.5 mi | #238 of 352 | Score: 37.3
Dropped 77 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
347 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
UP Academy Holland School
0.5 mi | #731 of 825 | Score: 33.6
Improved 88 spots from last year
-24.6 below state avg
628 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
Compass School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Trotter Elementary School
0.7 mi | #788 of 825 | Score: 29.5
Same rank as last year
-28.7 below state avg
360 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
C-
Everett Elementary School
0.8 mi | #733 of 825 | Score: 33.5
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
283 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Mather Elementary School
0.8 mi | #752 of 825 | Score: 32.3
Dropped 255 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
479 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
0.9 mi | #154 of 346 | Score: 55.7
Improved 44 spots from last year
-2.5 below state avg
688 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
0.2 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
Dearborn Middle School
0.5 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
0.6 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
0.8 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
1.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
1.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
1.9 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
5.2 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
Frederick Pilot Middle
0.3 mi
Timilty Middle
1.4 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
A+
Boston Latin Academy
0.5 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.9 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.4 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
1.4 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.6 mi | #20 of 25 | Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
1.8 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
Cathedral High School
1.9 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.0 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
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
A+
Boston Latin School
2.1 mi | #20 of 346 | Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
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Dorchester's Grove Hall - Roxbury

81 Wayland St, Boston MA 02125

Boston, MA 02125

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jovonie Houston
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Dorchester
Office Phone 617-696-4430
Agent MLS ID CN213159
Office MLS ID AN7218
Listing Data Updated Sep 2, 2026 3:06 AM EDT
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