Excellent opportunity to own this wonderful two family home near the Arboretum and Forest Hills train station. This great house features many upgrades done in 2008 including a new roof, vinyl siding and heating systems. Both kitchens were refaced in 2010 and first floor bathroom was done in 2014. Each unit has 3 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, bathroom and laundry room, second floor unit has a bonus room that is been used as a playroom. For the extended family this house comes with a finish attic consisting of 1 room and a full bathroom, extra finished space in the basement. Both units are de-leaded with certificates on hand. Come and see for yourself and make it your sweet home.
Large 2 Family House in the Lovely Roslindale Neighborhood on a Dead End Street. All Hardwood Floors,Large Rooms,Specious Spapes for Large Family,Simi-finished Walk up Attic.Semi Finished Basement,Possible In-Law or Rent for Extra Income. Back Yard and Much More.Conveniently Located Near Public Transportation and Other Aminities.Excellent Opportynity for First time Home Buyers.Needs TLC.A Must See."FREE APPRAISAL & CREDIT REPORT,IF FINANCED THROUGH COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC.".
Public Records
May 1, 2006
Sold
$540,000
$257/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,077 (+5.6%)
$283,400 + $561,800
$845,200
2022
$8,595 (+5.0%)
$264,900 + $525,100
$790,000
2021
$8,184 (+5.7%)
$257,200 + $509,800
$767,000
2020
$7,746 (+7.2%)
$239,200 + $494,300
$733,500
2019
$7,229 (+10.6%)
$189,824 + $496,000
$685,824
2018
$6,534 (+29.5%)
$189,824 + $433,664
$623,488
2017
$5,045 (+2.1%)
$148,300 + $328,100
$476,400
2016
$4,943 (−7.2%)
$148,300 + $301,100
$449,400
2015
$5,326 (+11.1%)
$142,300 + $297,500
$439,800
2014
$4,794 (−4.3%)
$142,300 + $238,800
$381,100
2013
$5,008 (+8.8%)
$142,300 + $238,800
$381,100
2012
$4,603 (+1.9%)
$111,700 + $241,300
$353,000
2009
$4,515 (+8.1%)
$111,700 + $241,300
$353,000
2006
$4,175
$128,300 + $264,500
$392,800
Tax history for 27 Colgate Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,077 (+5.6%)
$283,400 + $561,800
$845,200
2022
$8,595 (+5.0%)
$264,900 + $525,100
$790,000
2021
$8,184 (+5.7%)
$257,200 + $509,800
$767,000
2020
$7,746 (+7.2%)
$239,200 + $494,300
$733,500
2019
$7,229 (+10.6%)
$189,824 + $496,000
$685,824
2018
$6,534 (+29.5%)
$189,824 + $433,664
$623,488
2017
$5,045 (+2.1%)
$148,300 + $328,100
$476,400
2016
$4,943 (−7.2%)
$148,300 + $301,100
$449,400
2015
$5,326 (+11.1%)
$142,300 + $297,500
$439,800
2014
$4,794 (−4.3%)
$142,300 + $238,800
$381,100
2013
$5,008 (+8.8%)
$142,300 + $238,800
$381,100
2012
$4,603 (+1.9%)
$111,700 + $241,300
$353,000
2009
$4,515 (+8.1%)
$111,700 + $241,300
$353,000
2006
$4,175
$128,300 + $264,500
$392,800
*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 two-family neighborhoods, to preserve existing structures, to provide for new infill construction appropriate to the existing fabric. In a 2F Subdistrict, the maximum number of Dwelling Units Allowed in a single Building shall be 2.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational / school
Fire house
Library
Police station
Park & open space
Jul 27, 2026 • Final
Electrical low voltage
Work on low voltage electrical systems.
Electrical
Jan 12, 2025 • Final
Electrical low voltage
Work on low voltage electrical systems.
Electrical
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 Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 14
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,100
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Lead Paint: Certified Treated
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
PropertySubType: Multi Family
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,326
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Heating Units: 2
Cooling Units: 0
Location
Location Information
Directions: Washington St. to Colgate Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 27 Colgate Rd, Boston MA 02131
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,520
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 2001
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1390237
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Boston Teachers Union School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Margarita Muniz Academy
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
4/10
The English High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
64% 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
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
$1.03M – $1.24M
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