Just six houses from the entrance to the Arnold Arboretum, on one of Roslindale's most sought-after streets, this Craftsman gem offers something increasingly hard to find in Boston: space, nature, and neighborhood all at once. Stained glass, original arched doorways, and built-ins give the interior a warmth that deepens the longer you're in it. Multiple window seats frame the showstopping yard, where a large deck, a patio, and a sweeping lawn create an outdoor living experience that few city homes can match. And the surrounding trees make every season worth staying home for. The kitchen connects to it all seamlessly, making the transition from inside to outside effortless. A sunroom, formal dining room, partially finished basement, and 1.5 baths round out this thoughtfully preserved home with a large walk-up attic offering room to grow. Roslindale Village, Fallon Field, Peters Hill, and the commuter rail are all within reach.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
5,449 sq ftLot Size
$792Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Muncey Group• Compass
Listed by Amy Light• Compass
Bought with Love Live Team• Insight Realty Group, Inc
Est. $3,238 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 40 Arborough Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73528838
Jul 10, 2026
Sold
$1,400,000
$792/sq ft
Jun 9, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 3, 2026
Listed
$1,195,000
$676/sq ft
MLS PIN #71639937
Apr 30, 2014
Sold
$642,000
$363/sq ft
Mar 12, 2014
Contingent
—
Mar 4, 2014
Listed
$599,000
$339/sq ft
****Location, Location*** One of Boston's most desirable locations frames this 1930s Craftsman Colonial. Loaded with woodwork details, custom cook's kitchen overlooks beautifully landscaped grounds. Designed for gracious, easy living, 40 Arborough Rd. (Dead-end street) is located between a private gate into the Arnold Arboretum and the Roslindale Village commuter line and Restaurants
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
Feb 6, 2022 • Final
Short form bldg
Work on a roof.
Bathroom
Remodel
Sep 21, 2017 • Final
Long form/alteration
Work on other items.
Grading
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Off Street, Driveway
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Interior Features: Bonus Room, Sun Room, Walk-Up Attic, Internet Available - Broadband, Internet Available - DSL, High Speed Internet, Internet Available - Satellite
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,767
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,767
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1387577
Home facts updated by county records on May 20, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5
Listing Information
Exclusions: 2 Refrigerators In Basement, Simplisafe Security System, Blue Bedroom Valances, Dart Board.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Sumner Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Boston Teachers Union School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
3/10
Margarita Muniz Academy
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
4/10
Haley Pilot School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 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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Historical weather
Roslindale, MA • 02131
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Sun exposure
76/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Roslindale. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.6 hrs
3.1 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.29M – $1.57M
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