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Off Market Jan 2021 for $720K

$990,202

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $788/mo

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2,520

sq ft

86 Ruthven St, Dorchester, MA 02121

About this home

Welcome Home to 86 Ruthven Street! This adorable two family home sits just North of Franklin Park in Boston. Over the years this home has been lovingly maintained & improved while keeping the charm & character of yesteryear. Unit 1 features include private front & rear entries, gleaming hardwood floors, period detail & trim, beautiful stained glass windows & 2 large levels of living space. The chef's kitchen offers oversized oak cabinetry, granite counters, stainless appliances, artisan tiled back-splash & a peninsula complete with a breakfast bar that flows smoothly through an open concept floor plan to the formal living & dining rooms. The 2nd level has a large master suite with a gorgeous fully tiled master bath, a 2nd bedroom & 2nd full bath. Unit 2 is on the 3rd floor with private entries & includes 2 bedrooms, living room, kitchen & a full bath. There's also an extra wide driveway for off street parking, large exterior decks & professionally landscaped grounds. This is THE ONE!

Multi-familyProperty Type

1905Year Built

4,650 sq ftLot Size

$393Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by The Popps Properties Group • Keller Williams Boston MetroWest

Bought with Jean Dorsainvil • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #72734290

Redfin Estimate

$990,202

$270K since sold in January 2021$51K since August

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A
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B
9 beds3 baths3,279 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$1,025,000
C
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D
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SOLD FEB 18, 2026
$1,354,500
E
6 beds3 baths2,691 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$1,385,000
F
8 beds3 baths3,109 sq ft
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Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.7%

0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$985K

$214K MoM

Avg. days on market

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Sale history for 86 Ruthven St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72734290

Jan 25, 2021

Sold

$720,000

$286/sq ft

Nov 21, 2020

Contingent

—

Nov 12, 2020

Relisted

—

Oct 24, 2020

Contingent

—

Oct 20, 2020

Relisted

—

Oct 12, 2020

Contingent

—

Sep 29, 2020

Listed

$699,000

$277/sq ft

MLS PIN #71765715

Jan 16, 2015

Sold

$445,000

$177/sq ft

Nov 11, 2014

Contingent

—

Nov 5, 2014

Listed

$419,900

$167/sq ft

+10

Welcome home! Walk in and feel the warmth. Enjoy the thoughtful floorplan designed to honor the original features of the home while embracing renovations that add a modern twist. This is not your typical 2-family; the owners unit flows as if you're in a single family home and boasts 3 levels of living space. The 1st floor features crown moulding, hard wood floors, an open living & dining room, a gorgeous kitchen with plenty of cabinet space, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and a modern half bath. The second floor features the master bedroom suite with the grand bathroom along with a second bedroom and its own full bath. The third floor is a spacious loft which can be used as a 3rd bedroom, a playroom or office space. The 2nd unit is a cozy one-bedroom apartment with many recent updates. Enjoy the huge wrap-around deck easily suited for large gatherings and special occasions. Washer hook-up in basement and newer hot water tanks. Near Franklin Park and MBTA routes.

Public Records

Mar 31, 1993

Sold

$121,792

$48/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,835 (+13.5%)

$204,400 + $525,100

$729,500

2022

$6,901 (+9.1%)

$185,900 + $448,400

$634,300

2021

$6,325 (+18.9%)

$173,700 + $419,100

$592,800

2020

$5,318 (+7.2%)

$172,700 + $330,900

$503,600

2019

$4,959 (+8.6%)

$128,200 + $342,300

$470,500

2018

$4,567 (+3.0%)

$128,200 + $307,600

$435,800

2017

$4,436 (+9.2%)

$128,200 + $290,700

$418,900

2016

$4,063 (+8.0%)

$128,200 + $241,200

$369,400

2015

$3,763 (+11.8%)

$94,600 + $216,100

$310,700

2014

$3,365 (+0.5%)

$94,600 + $172,900

$267,500

2013

$3,348 (+2.8%)

$94,600 + $160,200

$254,800

2012

$3,257 (+1.9%)

$82,700 + $167,100

$249,800

2011

$3,195

$82,700 + $167,100

$249,800

2009

$3,195 (−4.3%)

$82,700 + $167,100

$249,800

2006

$3,339

$104,500 + $209,600

$314,100

Tax history for 86 Ruthven St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,835 (+13.5%)

$204,400 + $525,100

$729,500

2022

$6,901 (+9.1%)

$185,900 + $448,400

$634,300

2021

$6,325 (+18.9%)

$173,700 + $419,100

$592,800

2020

$5,318 (+7.2%)

$172,700 + $330,900

$503,600

2019

$4,959 (+8.6%)

$128,200 + $342,300

$470,500

2018

$4,567 (+3.0%)

$128,200 + $307,600

$435,800

2017

$4,436 (+9.2%)

$128,200 + $290,700

$418,900

2016

$4,063 (+8.0%)

$128,200 + $241,200

$369,400

2015

$3,763 (+11.8%)

$94,600 + $216,100

$310,700

2014

$3,365 (+0.5%)

$94,600 + $172,900

$267,500

2013

$3,348 (+2.8%)

$94,600 + $160,200

$254,800

2012

$3,257 (+1.9%)

$82,700 + $167,100

$249,800

2011

$3,195

$82,700 + $167,100

$249,800

2009

$3,195 (−4.3%)

$82,700 + $167,100

$249,800

2006

$3,339

$104,500 + $209,600

$314,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,792 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2018

Sq. Ft.

2,519

Year built

1905

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Suffolk County

APN

1310994

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

ROXBURY NEIGHBORHOOD-3F-4000

Roxbury Neighborhood-Three-Family Residential Subdistricts

Three-Family Residential Subdistricts, as indicated by the designation 3F on said Maps. The Three-Family Residential Subdistricts are established to encourage low-density three-family areas with a variety of housing types appropriate to the existing fabric including one-, two-, but no more than three-family Dwellings. In a 3F subdistrict the maximum number of Dwelling Units allowed in a single Building, in a Town House Building, or in a Row House Building shall be 3, and the maximum number of Town House Buildings or Row House Buildings attached in a row shall be 3; a greater number of units up to 4 in a Building and a greater number of Buildings up to 4 attached in a row shall be conditional.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Washer & Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Stained Glass Window(s), Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Varies, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Storage, Crown Molding, Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, High Speed Internet, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom with Shower Stall, Bathroom With Tub, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Remodeled, Internet Available - Broadband, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Living RM/Dining RM Combo

Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N

Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 3
Lease: Y

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,520
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 3
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Tan
Lead Paint: Yes

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Shingle, Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Balcony/Deck, Professional Landscaping

Pool Information
Spa Features: Bath

Property Information
PropertySubType: Multi Family
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat, Varies per Unit

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,318
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Varies per Unit
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Electric
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Humboldt Avenue to Ruthven Street
UnparsedAddress: 86 Ruthven Street, Boston MA 02121

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Public School, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,519
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1905
Year Renovated: 2018
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1310994

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: Tenants Possessions
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

David A. Ellis Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi

3/10

Hernandez K-8 School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

6/10

Boston Latin Academy

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

7/10

Higginson/Lewis K-8

Public 3-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

3/10

Egleston Community High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi

Albert D Holland School of Technology

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

2/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

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

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Historical weather

Dorchester, MA • 02121

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$941,000 – $1.14M

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Home values near 86 Ruthven St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
75 Ruthven Street, Boston, MA 11 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3000 Sq. Ft.	$1,318,506
83 Ruthven Street, Dorchester, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3697 Sq. Ft.	$1,022,860

Address	Redfin Estimate
77 Ruthven Street, Dorchester, MA 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3215 Sq. Ft.	$1,068,081
89 Ruthven Street, Dorchester, MA 14 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 7859 Sq. Ft.	$1,199,974

Address	Redfin Estimate
81 Ruthven Street, Dorchester, MA 8 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2602 Sq. Ft.	$1,027,568
95 Ruthven Street, Dorchester, MA 7 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3246 Sq. Ft.	$896,552

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