This beautiful, coveted Moss Hill 1950's Cape is move in ready & not only with so many improvements over the past 13 years, including roof, windows, bathroom, gas boiler, solar panels, but many thoughtful up-grades in just the last 2 years, including1st floor bath & kitchen. Cozy up in the wood burning fireplaced living room in the winter or cool down in the summer w/mini splits that provide cooling & heating. City views & seasonal views of the Blue Hills from the living room & primary bedroom. Entertain in the bright kitchen with new soapstone counters, full wall tile backsplash & up-dated SS appliances w/gas stove which opens to the dining room. A chef's delight! A desired 1st floor bedroom & a gorgeous, renovated spa like bath round this level out. 2nd floor boasts 2 bedrooms with renovated bathroom. Primary suite is large, has beautiful tree top views & impressive closet space. You will adore the large landscaped & lovingly maintained yard with patio, pathway to a fire pit and anchored by mature trees, rain barrel & sprinkler system as well. You will not want to leave this suburban/urban oasis! And best of all literally no electric bill with solar panels that will be owned by the new buyer. A basement that could be easily finished & is now being used as a gym & storage space. Electric panel recently upgraded to 200 amps. Two car parking with Level 2 EV charger round this beauty out! Don't miss this one!!
Jamaica Hills-Pond, located between Jamaica Plain and Mission Hill, is a residential and park-adjacent Boston neighborhood with pondside paths and hillside streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Jamaicaway at Perkins Street, where runners, cyclists, and dog-walkers stream past stone bridges and leafy overlooks. Early-20th-century brick apartments and triple-deckers line curving roads that rise toward the Emerald Necklace. Jamaica Pond’s boathouse and shoreline loop set the daily rhythm, while nearby cultural anchors add a city-edge feel. The Arnold Arboretum’s gates and the Longwood Medical Area’s bustle sit close enough to shape commutes and weekends.
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Market insights
12 Arborview Rd · $1,325,000
DAYS ON MARKET
7 days
The average home goes pending in 26 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.0%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,325,000
Median sale price in this area is $971,812. (27% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
19% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Hardwood flooring throughout main living areas
Closets
Exercise room
Entry hall
Pre-wired for sound
Six total rooms
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on the second floor with walk-in closet
Second bedroom on the first floor
Third bedroom on the second floor
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
First-floor full bathroom with tiled tub & shower and soaking tub
Second-floor full bathroom with tiled shower stall and bidet
Master bathroom present
Kitchen
Remodeled kitchen with upgraded stone/granite countertops
Stainless steel appliances
Gas stove
Recessed lighting
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry located in the basement
Gas water heater
Flooring
Hardwood flooring
Stone/ceramic tile in bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Hot water heating
Ductless heating and cooling
Thermostat (energy efficient feature)
Exterior features
Shingle roof
Patio
Garden
Professional landscaping
Storage
City views
Wooded, gently sloping lot
Public road frontage
Home design
Single family residence
White exterior
Parking
Two open/off-street paved parking spaces
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Year built approximate (public records)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
200+ amp electric service with circuit breakers
Gas available for range
HOA & community
Access to public transportation, parks, walk/jog trails, conservation area, highway access, public school, and T-station
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
This ever so sweet 1950's Cape nestled in Moss Hill is ready for its new owner! Move in ready & so many improvements over the past 20 years, including roof, windows, bathroom, gas boiler, solar panels. Cozy up in the wood burning fireplaced living room in the winter or cool down in the summer w/mini splits that provide cooling & heating. City views & seasonal views of the Blue Hills from the living room & primary bedroom. Entertain in the lovely kitchen w/large island that is open to the dining room. Cook's delight w/SS appliances & gas stove. Bedroom & full retro bath round the 1st floor out & 2nd floor boasts 2 bedrooms with newly renovated spa like bathroom. Primary suite is large, has beautiful tree top views & impressive closet space. You will adore the large landscaped & lovingly maintained yard with patio, decorated w/mosaic panels, raised garden and flower beds, rain barrel & sprinkler system & swing made of cedar & fire pit all for your enjoyment. You will not want to leave!
Public Records
May 19, 2003
Sold
$455,000
$265/sq ft
MLS PIN #30699402
May 16, 2003
Sold
$485,000
$283/sq ft
Mar 25, 2003
Listing Removed
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Mar 18, 2003
Listed
$499,000
$291/sq ft
CHARMING CAPE FTRS. NEW KIT,NEW ROOF,NEW HEAT,2 FULL BTHS, LOVELY PASTEL COLORS,QUIET STREET,PRETTY YARD,FIRST SHOW OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY,3/23,1:30-2:30
The One-Family Residential Subdistricts are established to preserve, maintain and promote low density one-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 1F Subdistrict, the maximum number of Dwelling Units allowed in a single Building is 1.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Fire house
Library
Police station
Death related/funeral home
Apr 11, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Work on electrical systems.
Electrical
Ev charger
Feb 22, 2025 • Final
Plumbing
Work on plumbing.
Bathroom
Kitchen
Plumbing
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.
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 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
58% 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
Jamaica Plain, MA • 02130
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 2% for direct sun exposure in Jamaica Plain. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
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JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 12 Arborview Rd
$1,363,759
$39K over list price of $1.33M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $930K to $1.5M.