High atop Metropolitan Hill, rarely available, and nestled on a quiet, leafy side street sits a stately, de-leaded Philadelphia style two family with a versatile layout and fantastic updates. It is currently configured as 6/7 with Apt 1 having 4 RMs on 1st flr and 1 RM on the 2nd flr and 1RM on the 3rd flr. Apt 2 has 4RMs on 2nd flr and 3 RMs on the 3rd flr. Could easily be 5/8. Ideal for both owner occupant or condo conversion. The current owner has done the big stuff for you: * Exterior paint 2015 * Basement waterproofed/French drain/Sump pumps installed 2014 * Boilers/Hot water tanks 2013 * Blown-in insulation 2013 * Roof/chimney 2009 * Most Windows 2006/2007 * Deleaded 2007. That only leaves cosmetics and any upgrades you desire in the kitchens and baths. Warm fir floors, bays and built-in hutches add period charm. There are great back porches and a nice back yard, as well as a two car driveway. Panoramic views from upper floors. Open House Sunday Jan 17, 11:30-1:00.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
3,330 sq ftLot Size
$340Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Trisha Solio• Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty
LOVLY ROOMY 2 FAMILY SET ATOP METROPOLITAN HILL WITH VIEWS OF BLUE HILLS FROM 3RD FL. CABINET KITCHENS FOR EACH UNIT. EXTERIOR JUST PAINTED. FORMAL DINING ROOMS WITH BUILT IN HUTCHES. UNIT 1 HAS 1 BR ON 1STFL, 1 ON 2ND & 1 ON 3RD.
Public Records
Jun 30, 1988
Sold
$230,000
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,070 (+8.6%)
$206,100 + $452,200
$658,300
2022
$6,512 (+4.0%)
$187,400 + $411,100
$598,500
2021
$6,260 (+6.0%)
$183,700 + $403,000
$586,700
2020
$5,908 (+6.2%)
$165,900 + $393,600
$559,500
2019
$5,564 (+6.6%)
$134,000 + $393,900
$527,900
2018
$5,220 (+2.5%)
$134,000 + $364,100
$498,100
2017
$5,091 (+4.0%)
$134,000 + $346,700
$480,700
2016
$4,896 (+10.9%)
$134,000 + $311,100
$445,100
2015
$4,415 (+11.0%)
$117,600 + $247,000
$364,600
2014
$3,977 (−4.3%)
$117,600 + $198,500
$316,100
2013
$4,154 (+0.6%)
$117,600 + $198,500
$316,100
2012
$4,128 (+2.0%)
$101,600 + $215,000
$316,600
2009
$4,049 (+5.1%)
$101,600 + $215,000
$316,600
2006
$3,851
$115,500 + $246,800
$362,300
Tax history for 16 Malverna Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,070 (+8.6%)
$206,100 + $452,200
$658,300
2022
$6,512 (+4.0%)
$187,400 + $411,100
$598,500
2021
$6,260 (+6.0%)
$183,700 + $403,000
$586,700
2020
$5,908 (+6.2%)
$165,900 + $393,600
$559,500
2019
$5,564 (+6.6%)
$134,000 + $393,900
$527,900
2018
$5,220 (+2.5%)
$134,000 + $364,100
$498,100
2017
$5,091 (+4.0%)
$134,000 + $346,700
$480,700
2016
$4,896 (+10.9%)
$134,000 + $311,100
$445,100
2015
$4,415 (+11.0%)
$117,600 + $247,000
$364,600
2014
$3,977 (−4.3%)
$117,600 + $198,500
$316,100
2013
$4,154 (+0.6%)
$117,600 + $198,500
$316,100
2012
$4,128 (+2.0%)
$101,600 + $215,000
$316,600
2009
$4,049 (+5.1%)
$101,600 + $215,000
$316,600
2006
$3,851
$115,500 + $246,800
$362,300
*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 1F Subdistricts are established to preserve, maintain and promote low density one-family neighborhoods, to provide for new infill construction appropriate to the existing fabric. In a 1F Subdistrict, the maximum number of Dwelling Units Allowed in a single Building shall be 1.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Fire house
Library
Police station
Park & open space
Oct 30, 2025 • Final
Short form bldg
Work on a roof.
Roofing
Nov 3, 2024 • 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
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Features: Lead Certification Available, Philadelphia, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office/Den
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 3
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,935
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 5
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Blue
Lead Paint: Certified Treated
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Covered
Property Information
PropertySubType: Multi Family
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,536
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water
Heating Units: 2
Location
Location Information
Directions: Metropolitan and a right onto Malverna
UnparsedAddress: 16 Malverna Rd, Boston MA 02131
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,935
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: —
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1391450
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Seller's And Tenant's Belongings.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Bates Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
New Mission High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
Another Course To College
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
1/10
Haley Pilot School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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
0.46% 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
61% 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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Roslindale, MA • 02131
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$948,000 – $1.15M
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