There are so many modern and surprising features about this lovely and bright home in West Roxbury’s Allandale Woods neighborhood - it is simply a must-see. With cathedral ceilings, skylights, and open kitchen, dining and living areas, you won’t believe how large this 3 bed, 2 bath home feels. The layout and space provide for great areas to work or school from home. A rare find in a West Roxbury home, the primary bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and spacious closet. With a beautiful modern kitchen, updated bathrooms, and central air, this home is move-in ready. To top it off, the expansive and private outdoor space is perfect for both your morning coffee and all of your summer gatherings. The location places you within easy reach of the main streets in West Roxbury, Roslindale and Jamaica Plain, with an easy commute to the Longwood medical area.
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
8,114 sq ftLot Size
$615Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Focus Team• Focus Real Estate
Bought with April Nelson• Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty
*** Come see this super totally renovated ranch * Live in "Architectural Digest" beauty! Contemporary style w/ soaring ceilings * Sky lights * Fireplaced Living RM/Dining RM open to stunning designer kitchen w/ Silestone Island * Master bedroom w/ special marble bath * Family RM w/sliders to patio & gorgeous private yard / gardener's paradise * Highly desired neighborhood near Faulkner/Longwood medical * 38 & 51 bus at corner * Walk to Harvard's Arnold Arboretum
Public Records
May 15, 2008
Sold
$375,000
$254/sq ft
MLS PIN #70743012
May 16, 2008
Listing Removed
—
May 15, 2008
Sold
$375,000
$254/sq ft
Apr 29, 2008
Contingent
—
Apr 20, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Apr 12, 2008
Listed
$369,900
$250/sq ft
Charming 3 bedroom ranch set back on spacious fenced lot on a fantastic tree lined street in Roslindales TOP FAMILY NEIGHBORHOOD. Gleaming hardwood floors with open living room, dining room and kitchen floor plan. Wood burning fireplace , central air and a spacious rear sun room. Beautifully terraced private back yard and patio. Large lot with expansion possibilities. Close to Roslindale Village, Arboretum and Commuter Rail. Property located on West Roxbury line.
Public Records
Nov 20, 1987
Sold
$185,000
$125/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 5, 1987
Sold
$85,000
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,202 (+7.6%)
$251,600 + $419,000
$670,600
2022
$6,692 (+8.1%)
$230,800 + $384,300
$615,100
2021
$6,193 (+8.9%)
$221,900 + $358,500
$580,400
2020
$5,689 (+6.2%)
$199,600 + $339,100
$538,700
2019
$5,357 (+5.6%)
$165,900 + $342,400
$508,300
2018
$5,073
$165,900 + $318,200
$484,100
2017
$5,075 (+3.0%)
$165,900 + $313,300
$479,200
2016
$4,926 (−8.1%)
$165,900 + $281,900
$447,800
2015
$5,361 (+4.1%)
$178,000 + $264,700
$442,700
2014
$5,152 (−4.3%)
$178,000 + $231,500
$409,500
2013
$5,381 (+6.3%)
$178,000 + $231,500
$409,500
2012
$5,063 (+7.0%)
$162,400 + $225,900
$388,300
2009
$4,730 (+34.2%)
$162,400 + $207,400
$369,800
2006
$3,524
$180,900 + $150,600
$331,500
Tax history for 103 Buchanan Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,202 (+7.6%)
$251,600 + $419,000
$670,600
2022
$6,692 (+8.1%)
$230,800 + $384,300
$615,100
2021
$6,193 (+8.9%)
$221,900 + $358,500
$580,400
2020
$5,689 (+6.2%)
$199,600 + $339,100
$538,700
2019
$5,357 (+5.6%)
$165,900 + $342,400
$508,300
2018
$5,073
$165,900 + $318,200
$484,100
2017
$5,075 (+3.0%)
$165,900 + $313,300
$479,200
2016
$4,926 (−8.1%)
$165,900 + $281,900
$447,800
2015
$5,361 (+4.1%)
$178,000 + $264,700
$442,700
2014
$5,152 (−4.3%)
$178,000 + $231,500
$409,500
2013
$5,381 (+6.3%)
$178,000 + $231,500
$409,500
2012
$5,063 (+7.0%)
$162,400 + $225,900
$388,300
2009
$4,730 (+34.2%)
$162,400 + $207,400
$369,800
2006
$3,524
$180,900 + $150,600
$331,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,114
Year renovated
2021
Sq. Ft.
1,479
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Suffolk County
APN
1387011
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Apr 19, 2026.
WEST ROXBURY NEIGHBORHOOD-1F-6000
West Roxbury Neighborhood-One-Family Residential Subdistrict
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, 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 shall be 1.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
Apr 7, 2022 • Final
Electrical
Work on electrical systems.
Electrical
HVAC
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 Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Off of Centre Street (outbound) just past the VFW Parkway.
UnparsedAddress: 103 Buchanan Rd, Boston MA 02132
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,479
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 8,114 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 2021
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1387011
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Apr 19, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: None
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Manning Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
Boston Teachers Union School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
3/10
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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
0.31% 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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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
$864,000 – $1.05M
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