Two-family home in desirable Canton, conveniently located near the town center and commuter rail, yet set on a quiet dead-end street. Ideal for investors or owner-occupants. The freshly painted first-floor unit features a three-room layout with full bath, spacious bedroom and living room, washer/dryer hookups, and an updated kitchen with new stove, dishwasher, and faucet. Unit 2 spans the second and third floors and offers a spacious four- to five-bedroom layout. The second floor includes a large living room with hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen, dining room, two bedrooms, and a full bath with tub and stand-up shower. The third floor provides additional bedrooms and extra space with potential for a future primary bath. Prime location near Routes 128, I-95, and 24, approximately 15 miles to Boston and 30 miles to Providence. Close to commuter rail stations, schools, restaurants, Massasoit Community College, and Blue Hills Reservation.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
10,391 sq ftLot Size
$310Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Nadgla Anilus• Concept Properties
Listed by Christian Pereira• Concept Properties
Bought with Nabil Alabed• Centre Realty Group - Fenway
Antique 2 unit home located conveniently by the center. First floor unit is a 1 bedroom with carpeted living room, modest sized kitchen, and 1 full bath. Dryer hook up is in the kitchen but the washer hook up is in the unfinished utility area....
Original tile in bathroom. 2nd floor unit has 5 bedrooms. 3 on the 2nd floor and 2 on the 3rd. However, you do have to walk through one to get to the other 2 on the second floor. Front to back living room is spacious with a pretty fireplace that is just decorative. There's an eat in kitchen that also has the second egress. Some built in cabinets are still in place. Third floor has 2 bedrooms and a common space separating them. Lots of potential in this older home. There is a build-able lot beside the home for sale as well.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Upstairs unit very spacious with 2 levels. Some updating has been done. Downstairs unit has 1 bedroom. Well maintained.back yard limited but nice side yard. Close to Canton Center and train.
12 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Downstairs unit makes for a great one bedroom rental. Upstairs is a spacious unit with good size rooms and some updates. Good size deck off of the kitchen. Great location!!
12 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Andrea Young
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Sale and tax history for 12 Danforth St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73462870
Sep 30, 2026
Sold
$750,000
$310/sq ft
Jul 24, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 10, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 18, 2026
Price Changed
$800,000
$331/sq ft
Jan 24, 2026
Price Changed
$815,000
$337/sq ft
Dec 18, 2025
Listed
$830,000
$344/sq ft
MLS PIN #73063987
Jun 12, 2023
Sold
$780,000
$323/sq ft
Apr 20, 2023
Contingent
—
Apr 16, 2023
Price Changed
$779,990
$323/sq ft
Mar 14, 2023
Relisted
—
Mar 10, 2023
Contingent
—
Feb 16, 2023
Price Changed
$799,900
$331/sq ft
Dec 3, 2022
Listed
$895,000
$370/sq ft
+24
Investors, Builders & Contractors come see this 2 family opportunity! Renovated 2 family right in the heart of Canton. Now is a great time to earn rental income. This is 5-6 bedroom house. First floor produces income up to 4k monthly with Airbnb. Prime location near 128, I95 & 24. Boston is 15 miles and Providence 30 miles. Located near two train stations, schools, library, PO & restaurants. It is the home to Massasoit Community College and Blue Hills Reservation and Ski Area. Adjacent land for sale by neighbor.
MLS PIN #72030345
Sep 21, 2016
Sold
$373,000
$154/sq ft
Jul 28, 2016
Pending
—
Jul 22, 2016
Relisted
—
Jul 13, 2016
Pending
—
Jul 11, 2016
Relisted
—
Jul 9, 2016
Contingent
—
Jul 8, 2016
Pending
—
Jun 28, 2016
Listed
$379,900
$157/sq ft
+19
Great two family home in beautiful Canton!!!! Located near the center of Canton and the commuter rail yet set on a very quiet dead end street!!!! This home would be great for someone looking for an investment or live in one unit and rent the other. It is an older home and needs some TLC, it's a great value for Canton. First floor has a 3 room and full bath apartment, good sized bed and living rooms. Washer and dryer hookups in the unit. Second and third floor are unit 2, this is a 4 or 5 bedroom unit with a very spacious living room with beautiful hardwood floors. 2 or 3 bedrooms round out the second floor. The 3rd floor has 2 or 3 bedrooms plus additional space that could be a master bath. There is also an available approved single family house lot next to this property being sold separately for $150,000.00
MLS PIN #50335875
Nov 25, 1996
Sold
$125,000
$52/sq ft
Nov 21, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Jun 12, 1996
Listed
$139,900
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,360 (+3.7%)
$254,400 + $252,700
$507,100
2022
$5,167 (+2.7%)
$242,300 + $212,900
$455,200
2021
$5,031 (+4.7%)
$220,300 + $192,100
$412,400
2020
$4,805 (+9.7%)
$209,800 + $183,100
$392,900
2019
$4,382 (+7.0%)
$180,100 + $173,300
$353,400
2018
$4,096 (+13.8%)
$163,000 + $166,800
$329,800
2017
$3,598 (+2.4%)
$159,800 + $121,500
$281,300
2016
$3,512 (+3.1%)
$155,900 + $118,700
$274,600
2015
$3,405 (+4.6%)
$151,400 + $114,200
$265,600
2014
$3,256 (−10.2%)
$144,100 + $108,900
$253,000
2013
$3,626 (+3.3%)
$165,100 + $129,700
$294,800
2012
$3,511 (+3.1%)
$165,100 + $129,700
$294,800
2011
$3,405 (+6.6%)
$165,100 + $129,700
$294,800
2010
$3,193 (+9.3%)
$165,100 + $129,700
$294,800
2009
$2,921
$203,900 + $88,800
$292,700
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
2
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1972
Sq. Ft.
2,416
Year built
1920
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Norfolk County
APN
52970
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 25, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,416
Stories (Total): 3
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Property Information
PropertySubType: Multi Family
Above Grade Finished Area: 2416
Levels: 3
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,871
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Dean S. Luce, John F Kennedy
High School: Canton High School
Location Information
Directions: Danforth and Washington
UnparsedAddress: 12 Danforth St, Canton MA 02021
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,416
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1972
County: Norfolk County
APN: 52970
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 24, 2025
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Dean S. Luce Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Wm H Galvin Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
Canton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Canton, MA • 02021
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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23
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 8% for direct sun exposure in Canton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.6 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$781,000 – $946,000
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