A STYLISH NEW LOOK FOR THIS MOSS HILL CAPE STYLE HOME WITH A FABULOUS NEW INLAW UNIT OR FAMILY ROOM! Beautifully set in the Jamaica Hills neighborhood all within a mile to JP Center, JP Pond & the Arboretum. Absolutely charming house, south facing exposure; beautiful architectural details, built in cabinetry, 2 fireplaces with period detailed hearths, ect. Sunny & Spacious Living Rm w/adjacent Dining Room, updated Kitchen opens to a private back deck. 2nd flr- New full BA., 2 Bedrooms & Office/Nursery. You’ll love the contemporary INlaw unit, which can also be a fabulous Master Suite! Meticulously renovated and updated: ALL NEW lower level W/ new heating & A/C, contemporary new bathrooms (to the studs), updated electric, updated plumbing, new roof, Rhino shield exterior paint, new triple pane windows & doors, mini split units in all 3 floors, updated kitchen, new landscaping & 10X12 shed that's an art studio. THE ENTIRE PROPERTY IS DELIGHTFUL!
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
8,567 sq ftLot Size
$630Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Bunny Cecchetto• Focus Real Estate
Bought with Mary M. Wallace• Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty
Historically significant, this endearing Moss Hill colonial sits on an oversized lot & entices w/a white picket fence & arboretum-like yard. Built in 1937 by Boston architect Fred MacDonald, this much-loved home has many notable features. Large mullioned windows let in lots of light & in winter, there’s a view of stunning sunrises over rooftops. Centerpieces of LR are a wood-burning fireplace & interesting recesses in the woodwork. The wainscoted DR has 2 built-in china cabinets & can easily host sizable dinner parties. Upstairs are 3 BR’s w/dormer windows & a full BA. Lower level offers a large rm w/ full-height windows, its own entrance-ready to finish plus laundry & storage. The deck creates a lovely outdoor retreat. There’s also an attached garage w/double barn-style doors for pkg. Mins to JP’s shops, restaurants, Pond, Arboretum, & proximity to Longwood Med and downtown Boston. This home awaits your personal touch, & w/a lot size of 8500+ sq ft imagine the expansion potential!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,378 (+7.6%)
$270,600 + $416,400
$687,000
2022
$6,860 (+8.1%)
$248,400 + $382,100
$630,500
2021
$6,347 (−0.3%)
$234,300 + $360,500
$594,800
2020
$6,363 (+3.2%)
$219,900 + $382,700
$602,600
2019
$6,168 (+5.6%)
$181,600 + $403,600
$585,200
2018
$5,842 (−1.0%)
$181,600 + $375,800
$557,400
2017
$5,903 (+7.8%)
$181,600 + $375,800
$557,400
2016
$5,474 (+2.4%)
$181,600 + $316,000
$497,600
2015
$5,345 (+4.2%)
$180,000 + $261,400
$441,400
2014
$5,131 (−4.3%)
$180,000 + $227,900
$407,900
2013
$5,360 (−1.5%)
$180,000 + $227,900
$407,900
2012
$5,442 (+2.0%)
$148,800 + $268,500
$417,300
2009
$5,337 (+26.1%)
$148,800 + $268,500
$417,300
2006
$4,231
$156,200 + $241,800
$398,000
Tax history for 23 Lila Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,378 (+7.6%)
$270,600 + $416,400
$687,000
2022
$6,860 (+8.1%)
$248,400 + $382,100
$630,500
2021
$6,347 (−0.3%)
$234,300 + $360,500
$594,800
2020
$6,363 (+3.2%)
$219,900 + $382,700
$602,600
2019
$6,168 (+5.6%)
$181,600 + $403,600
$585,200
2018
$5,842 (−1.0%)
$181,600 + $375,800
$557,400
2017
$5,903 (+7.8%)
$181,600 + $375,800
$557,400
2016
$5,474 (+2.4%)
$181,600 + $316,000
$497,600
2015
$5,345 (+4.2%)
$180,000 + $261,400
$441,400
2014
$5,131 (−4.3%)
$180,000 + $227,900
$407,900
2013
$5,360 (−1.5%)
$180,000 + $227,900
$407,900
2012
$5,442 (+2.0%)
$148,800 + $268,500
$417,300
2009
$5,337 (+26.1%)
$148,800 + $268,500
$417,300
2006
$4,231
$156,200 + $241,800
$398,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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
Sep 7, 2024 • Final
Electrical
Work on electrical systems.
Electrical
Gas
Apr 15, 2023 • Final
Electrical
Work on electrical systems.
Electrical
Ev charger
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: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Hot Water, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump, 3 or More, Ductless
Location
Location Information
Directions: Centre St. - Westchester Rd. - Lila Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 23 Lila Road, Boston MA 02130
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 685
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: 2019
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1353791
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Manning Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Margarita Muniz Academy
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 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
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
$1.11M – $1.34M
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