Classic 4-bed, 1.5-bath hipped roof Colonial on one of JP’s premier streets just one block from Jamaica Pond. Gleaming oak floors, original woodwork, glass doorknobs and LED recessed lighting lend charm & warmth throughout. Layout includes a modest kitchen w/ stainless gas stove, a butler’s pantry, and dining room with built-in china cab. The sun-drenched living room features a wood-burning fireplace and opens to an office-sized bump-out that leads to a private backyard retreat. A fenced in brick patio surrounded by mature perennials offers a peaceful, enclosed feel. Detached garage (ideal for storage or compact car), 2-car tandem driveway parking plus easy & abundant on-street parking for guests. Basement is spacious with laundry area and vintage work sink—great for home gym, or storage. New 2-zone mini-split providing A/C and heat. Close to Jamaica Pond, Arboretum, and JP’s Centre/South St restaurants. Dunster Road is beloved for its strong community spirit—especially on Halloween.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
3,160 sq ftLot Size
$811Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Boston Home Team• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with William Cordts• Charlesgate Realty Group, llc
RARE opportunity: Cozy colonial on the sunny side of Dunster and only two houses from the Jamaica Pond. This is the most affordable single family in the highly desirable Pondside of Jamaica Plain and the popular Dunster Road community. Living is easy in the sun-drenched living room with access through the sunroom to your private garden courtyard. Home has been deleaded.
MLS PIN #70586709
Oct 24, 2007
Sold
$645,000
$384/sq ft
Jun 19, 2007
Listing Removed
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May 29, 2007
Listed
$648,876
$386/sq ft
Lovingly cared for Colonial in very desirable pondside location. Entertain in the sun-drenched living room surrounding your fireplace. Through the quaint sun room, enter your private garden sanctuary. This hidden garden provides a refreshing summertime retreat. You're only steps to the pond; a short stroll to shops. Enjoy your new home. This property is being marketed in the value range $549,000 to $648,876. As such, all offers within this range will be considered by the seller.
Public Records
Mar 27, 1992
Sold
$200,000
$119/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 30, 1988
Sold
$250,000
$149/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,475 (+7.6%)
$334,600 + $640,700
$975,300
2022
$9,735 (+2.0%)
$307,000 + $587,800
$894,800
2021
$9,548 (+2.9%)
$307,000 + $587,800
$894,800
2020
$9,282 (+6.4%)
$317,600 + $561,400
$879,000
2019
$8,722 (+10.6%)
$251,200 + $576,300
$827,500
2018
$7,884
$251,200 + $501,100
$752,300
2017
$7,879 (+8.8%)
$251,200 + $492,800
$744,000
2016
$7,242 (+3.2%)
$251,200 + $407,200
$658,400
2015
$7,017 (+4.0%)
$194,300 + $385,100
$579,400
2014
$6,747 (+2.1%)
$194,300 + $342,000
$536,300
2013
$6,611 (+4.9%)
$194,300 + $308,800
$503,100
2012
$6,301 (+4.0%)
$154,700 + $328,500
$483,200
2009
$6,057 (+19.9%)
$154,700 + $318,900
$473,600
2006
$5,052
$164,600 + $310,700
$475,300
Tax history for 115 Dunster Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,475 (+7.6%)
$334,600 + $640,700
$975,300
2022
$9,735 (+2.0%)
$307,000 + $587,800
$894,800
2021
$9,548 (+2.9%)
$307,000 + $587,800
$894,800
2020
$9,282 (+6.4%)
$317,600 + $561,400
$879,000
2019
$8,722 (+10.6%)
$251,200 + $576,300
$827,500
2018
$7,884
$251,200 + $501,100
$752,300
2017
$7,879 (+8.8%)
$251,200 + $492,800
$744,000
2016
$7,242 (+3.2%)
$251,200 + $407,200
$658,400
2015
$7,017 (+4.0%)
$194,300 + $385,100
$579,400
2014
$6,747 (+2.1%)
$194,300 + $342,000
$536,300
2013
$6,611 (+4.9%)
$194,300 + $308,800
$503,100
2012
$6,301 (+4.0%)
$154,700 + $328,500
$483,200
2009
$6,057 (+19.9%)
$154,700 + $318,900
$473,600
2006
$5,052
$164,600 + $310,700
$475,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
The Two-Family Residential (2F) Subdistricts are established to preserve, maintain, and promote low density two-family neighborhoods, to preserve existing structures, to provide for new infill construction appropriate to the existing fabric, and to allow minor changes to occur as of right. In a 2F Subdistrict, the maximum number of Dwelling Units allowed in a single Building is 2, except where otherwise specified in Table A of this Article.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational/school
Fire house
Library
Police station
Death related/funeral home
May 25, 2026 • Final
Short form bldg
Perform interior renovations on a building.
Remodel
Apr 16, 2018 • Final
Short form bldg
Work on a roof.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling: Ductless
Location
Location Information
Directions: Centre Street outbound to Dunster. Dunster is one way. House is at the Pondside end of Dunster.
UnparsedAddress: 115 Dunster Road, Boston MA 02130
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,680
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,049 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1351713
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Curley K-8 School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
4/10
Margarita Muniz Academy
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
60% 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$1.29M – $1.57M
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