SOLD JUL 7, 2026

Sold on Jul 2026

$670,000

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1,400

sq ft

79 Goodenough St, Brighton, MA 02135

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About this home

One word to describe this home, OPPORTUNITY!!! Longtime family-owned home located in sought after Brighton, perfectly situated on a gorgeous tree lined street neighborhood.This charming single-family home is ready for its next chapter needing deferred maintenance throughout. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath property offers solid bones and endless potential for renovation, expansion, or customization. The walk up attic offers even more living space potential. The oversized city backyard is perfect for summer BBQ's or possible expansion on the existing house. Ideal opportunity for contractors, investors, or owner-occupants looking to build equity in a highly sought-after neighborhood. Excellent location, close to BU, Boston College, near public transportation, parks, restaurants, the Charles River and ALL Brighton has to offer. Truly a must see!!

Single-familyProperty Type

1935Year Built

5,101 sq ftLot Size

$479Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Ann DiMascio • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Listed by • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Bought with Aida Parnagian • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

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•Source:MLS PIN #73527564

Redfin Estimate

$886,154

$216K since sold in July 2026$193K since August

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This home's estimate is 7.7% higher than the average sale price ($823K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 14, 2026
$775,000
A
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59 Riverview Rd, Brighton, MA 02135
SOLD MAY 22, 2026
$850,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,414 sq ft
25 Merrifield Ave, Watertown, MA 02472
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$880,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,450 sq ft
14 Bothwell Rd, Brighton, MA 02135
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$875,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,314 sq ft
58 Winship St, Brighton, MA 02135
SOLD APR 9, 2026
$765,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,100 sq ft
19 S Crescent Circuit, Brighton, MA 02135
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$790,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,057 sq ft
12 Converse St, Brighton, MA 02135

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Market trends in Oak Square, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.6%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.0M

$50K MoM

Avg. days on market

25d

3 days MoM

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1 MoM

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Rental estimate

Est. $3,271 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 79 Goodenough St

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,911 (+8.6%)

$252,200 + $391,300

$643,500

2022

$6,365 (+11.4%)

$229,300 + $355,700

$585,000

2021

$5,713 (+18.4%)

$216,300 + $319,100

$535,400

2020

$4,827 (+5.1%)

$192,700 + $264,400

$457,100

2019

$4,591 (+6.6%)

$161,100 + $274,500

$435,600

2018

$4,307 (+4.0%)

$161,100 + $249,900

$411,000

2017

$4,143 (+1.1%)

$161,100 + $230,100

$391,200

2016

$4,099 (−10.2%)

$161,100 + $211,500

$372,600

2015

$4,564 (+8.0%)

$171,700 + $205,200

$376,900

2014

$4,227 (+0.5%)

$171,700 + $164,300

$336,000

2013

$4,205 (+4.9%)

$171,700 + $148,300

$320,000

2012

$4,010 (+2.0%)

$157,000 + $150,500

$307,500

2009

$3,933 (+9.7%)

$157,000 + $150,500

$307,500

2006

$3,585

$172,500 + $164,800

$337,300

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,227 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,400

Year built

1935

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Suffolk County

APN

1214887

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.

ALLSTON/BRIGHTON NEIGHBORHOOD-1F-5000

Allston-Brighton Neighborhood-One-Family Residential Subdistrict

One-Family Residential Subdistricts, as indicated by the designation 1F on said Maps. The One-Family Residential Subdistricts are established to preserve, maintain and promote low density one-family neighborhoods, to provide for new infill construction appropriate to the existing fabric, and to allow minor changes to occur as-of-right. In a 1F Residential Subdistrict, the maximum number of Dwelling Units allowed in a single Building shall be 1.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, On Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 150
Length: 15
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 143
Length: 11
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Attic Access,Cable Hookup

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 99
Length: 9
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 56
Length: 8
Width: 7
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 20
Length: 5
Width: 4
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood

Living Room Information
Area: 240
Length: 15
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup

Family Room Information
Area: 252
Length: 18
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 180
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Laminate,Dining Area,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Tile, Concrete, Laminate, Hardwood
Interior Features: Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,400
Foundation Details: Block, Stone, Granite
Construction Materials: Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: brown

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch, Rain Gutters

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1400
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
ADU: N

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,380.33
Tax Year: 2026

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Parsons to Barker, left on to Goodenough St.
UnparsedAddress: 79 Goodenough Street, Boston MA 02135

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,400
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: —
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1214887

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Mary Lyon K-8 School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

3/10

Lyon High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

4/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

59% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Brighton, MA • 02135

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

76/ 100

Good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Brighton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.8 hrs

4 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$842,000 – $1.02M

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Home values near 79 Goodenough St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
63 Goodenough Street, Brighton, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1780 Sq. Ft.	$918,560
75 Goodenough Street, Brighton, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1498 Sq. Ft.	$812,246

Address	Redfin Estimate
67 Goodenough Street, Brighton, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1240 Sq. Ft.	$761,980
84 Goodenough Street, Brighton, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1665 Sq. Ft.	$1,065,166

Address	Redfin Estimate
71 Goodenough Street, Brighton, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1442 Sq. Ft.	$750,761
80 Goodenough Street, Brighton, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1264 Sq. Ft.	$695,048

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