Stunning Moss Hill Colonial offering 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and versatile bonus space - an inviting, light-filled retreat in one of Jamaica Plain’s most desirable neighborhoods. Ideally situated near top public and private schools, as well as major hospitals, this single-family home is thoughtfully designed for both comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The updated kitchen, paired with fresh finishes throughout, creates a move-in-ready experience. A finished attic adds valuable flexibility, perfect as a fourth bedroom, home office, playroom, or guest suite. Outside, enjoy a beautifully landscaped yard—an ideal setting for relaxing or hosting throughout the warmer months. Conveniently located near the Arnold Arboretum and Jamaica Pond, with easy access to Forest Hills, this home offers the perfect blend of neighborhood charm and city accessibility. A rare opportunity to own a spacious, turnkey home in a premier Jamaica Plain location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
6,000 sq ftLot Size
$571Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Adams & Co. Team• Real Broker MA, LLC
Listed by Ashlee Reed• Real Broker MA, LLC
Bought with Chris Vietor Homes• eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office
Est. $5,249 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 39 Malcolm Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73491208
May 28, 2026
Sold
$1,400,000
$571/sq ft
Apr 9, 2026
Price Changed
$1,445,000
$590/sq ft
Mar 25, 2026
Listed
$1,495,000
$610/sq ft
MLS PIN #71600783
Apr 16, 2014
Sold
$772,000
$315/sq ft
Mar 1, 2014
Contingent
—
Nov 3, 2013
Price Changed
$799,000
$326/sq ft
Oct 24, 2013
Listed
$819,000
$334/sq ft
+14
Moss Hill Colonial with handsome Palladian-style windows, natural woodwork and floors throughout, French doors, large LR w/ fireplace, formal DR, upgraded kitchen and baths, additional BR not in Public record with skylight and generous closets and Master Bath. Mature flowering shrubs and fenced back yard. 2 BR at level 3, one has skylight. Full basement includes washer/dryer. Off street parking. Some furnishings/kayaks, available/negotiable.
MLS PIN #70544584
Jul 25, 2007
Sold
$675,500
$276/sq ft
Jun 19, 2007
Listing Removed
—
May 16, 2007
Listed
$699,000
$285/sq ft
1st Show @ OH 5/20 Noon-1:30PM. Light and symmetry grace this 9-Room hilltop Colonial. Distinctive and lovely with 4 Bedrooms, 3 full Baths, French doors, natural woodwork, fanlights, fireplace, skylights, hardwood floors, formal Dining and Living rooms and first floor Den. Cherry Kitchen opens onto the landscaped fenced yard with pines, flowering trees, vines and bushes. Spacious Master Suite with ample closet & 4-piece bath, 2 second floor bedrooms, plus 2 additional top-floor rooms. A gem!
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
Jan 17, 2024 • Final
Short form bldg
Work on a roof.
Roofing
Sep 23, 2015 • Final
Plumbing
Work on plumbing.
HVAC
Plumbing
Water heater
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.
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Electric
Location
Location Information
Directions: Centre Street to Whitcomb Ave to Malcolm Road. Across from the Arboretum.
UnparsedAddress: 39 Malcolm Road, Boston MA 02130
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,036
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1353830
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Manning Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Boston Teachers Union School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
3/10
Margarita Muniz Academy
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
4/10
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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 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
56% 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
75/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Jamaica Plain. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.1 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.62M – $1.96M
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