87 Selwyn Street, Boston MA 02131
Boston, MA 02131 • Roslindale
$1,000,000
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$995,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,000,000
Difference:
+$5,000 (+0.5%)
Performance Metrics
100.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
3
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$428
Sale $/sq ft:
$430
This property sold for $430 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 0.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 3 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
87 Selwyn Street is a rare Philadelphia-style 2-family in a coveted Roslindale location situated near the serenity of the Arnold Arboretum, Roslindale Urban Wilds & the eclectic bustle of Roslindale Village! The front porch welcomes you into the private entrances for each unit! Both units will be vacant @ closing, and the home will appeal to owner-occupants, developers to convert to condos, or an investor/1031 exchange! Unit #1 offers a nice open layout with 5 rooms, 2 bedrooms (on two levels), living room, dining room, and large eat-in kitchen with a full bath & enclosed porch with access to the rear deck! Unit #2 is a sunny 3-bedroom, one-bathroom duplex with a modern kitchen with granite counters & stainless steel appliances. Rear porches overlook the level garden & 3 car off-street parking! Perfect for extended family or multi-generational living! Just steps to the Arboretum, the Village's fine shops & restaurants, the commuter train to Boston & near Longwood Medical!
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Property History
Market Insights
0.5%
Price Range
8
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Jul 31, 2025
$1,000,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 8
Listed for Sale
Jun 10, 2025
$995,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael McGuire
Office: Insight Realty Group, Inc.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2025 | ✓ Sold | $1,000,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 06/10/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $995,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,995 | $772,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,995
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$772,100
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
Multi Family
Year Built
1910
Living Area
2,323 sq ft
Lot Size
0.14 acres
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
11
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Enclosed, Deck
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,995
Assessed Value
$772,100
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
White
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
8 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Multi Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,323 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Stories
4
Levels
4
Room Details
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,323 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Enclosed, Deck
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Other Floor
Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1910
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Stories:
4
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Enclosed, Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Frontage:
50.00 ft
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street
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
Holy Name Elementary School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Sarah Roberts Elementary School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
C+
Mozart Elementary School
0.8 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
Italian Home For Children
0.9 mi
Grades PK-09
C
Bates Elementary School
1.0 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
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
1.0 mi
|
#251 of 352
|
Score: 36.0
Improved 46 spots from last year
-22.2 below state avg
249 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Sacred Heart Elementary School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
British International School of Boston
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Conley Elementary School
1.2 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
B
Lyndon K-8 School
1.3 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
Middle Schools
10 schools
C
Ohrenberger School
2.2 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
2.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.2 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
3.4 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
3.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
5.2 mi
Irving Middle
0.8 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
3.3 mi
High Schools
10 schools
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.5 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
Roxbury Latin School
1.6 mi
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
1.7 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
Catholic Memorial School
1.8 mi
15 sports
• 2,206 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
C+
New Mission High School
2.2 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
Meridian Academy
2.2 mi
Grades 06-09
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
2.4 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
B+
TechBoston Academy
3.1 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.1 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.6 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Roslindale
87 Selwyn Street, Boston MA 02131
Boston, MA 02131
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Michael McGuire
Listing Office
Insight Realty Group, Inc.
Office Phone
617-323-2300
Agent MLS ID
BB900325
Office MLS ID
BB9254
Listing Data Updated
Jul 31, 2025 11:15 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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