Exquisite Victorian circa 1893 offering 3 floors of space. Enjoy the beautiful natural light captured by the box bay windows and Queen Anne Turret. High Ceilings, hardwood floors and loads of original detail compliment the high-end upgrades. Fabulous Chef's kitchen with huge Quartz Island and countertops, loads of cabinetry and Stainless-Steel appliances. Primary bedroom retreat has soaring Ceilings accented by skylights and original beams. The designer bath is complete with a soaking tub and skylit shower. Plenty of closets and storage throughout the house, gas heat and central air conditioning. 2 car garage with long driveway, charming, fenced yard with patio. This lovely home is situated in a fabulous neighborhood and minutes to the Commuter Rail, Private and Public Schools, St. Theresa's Church, library, YMCA and shopping district. Convenient to Restaurants, Coffee shops, Grocery stores including walk to the new Trader Joes! A must see to appreciate all this property has to offer. Taxes do not include residential exemption.
Upper Washington-Spring Street, located between Downtown Crossing and Chinatown, is a historic and commercial Boston neighborhood with a dense streetscape and a transit-rich core. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Washington Street and Essex Street corner, where neon-lit theaters, late-night eateries, and small storefronts keep the sidewalks in motion. Pillar venues include Emerson Colonial Theatre, the Paramount Theatre, and the historic Opera House. Brick-and-stone midrises mix with restored facades and newer residential towers, creating a layered skyline at street level. Side streets shift quickly from retail corridors to quieter blocks with pocket plazas and hotel lobbies. The Orange and Red Line stations stitch the area into the city’s daily rhythm.
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Offer insights
12 Lorette St · $1,325,000
$1.38M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.38M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
5 days
The average home goes pending in 26 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.0%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Custom built closets and cabinets
Recessed lighting
Pendant lighting
Decorative molding
Insulated windows
9 total rooms
Full unfinished basement with interior entry and bulkhead
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on third floor with skylight, cathedral and beamed ceilings, walk-in closet, custom built closet/cabinets, engineered hardwood flooring
Additional bedrooms on second floor with closets; several feature hardwood flooring and bay/bow/box windows
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms and one half bathroom
Second-floor full bath tiled with tub & shower and custom built linen/cabinet storage
Third-floor full bath tiled with shower stall, skylight, vaulted and beamed ceilings, walk-in closet
Kitchen
Custom built cabinets
Stone/granite/solid countertops
Kitchen island
Pantry
Stainless steel appliances
Exterior access from kitchen
Hardwood flooring
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry located in basement
Gas water heater
Flooring
Hardwood and wood flooring throughout
Engineered hardwood in primary bedroom
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Fenced/enclosed yard
Porch and patio
Paved road frontage on a public, publicly maintained road
Paved driveway and paved outdoor surfaces
Home design
Single family residence
Renovated since original construction
Slate blue exterior color
Parking
Detached garage
Two garage spaces (tandem)
Two covered spaces
Two open parking spaces
Total of 4 parking spaces
Off-street and on-street parking available
Construction
Stone foundation
Shingle roof
Built originally per public records (renovated since)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Neighborhood amenities include public transportation, shopping, parks, houses of worship, private and public schools, and sidewalks
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Victorian dream home with major 2014 renovations. This beauty needs nothing! Save money with energy efficient upgrades: Gas conversion and new HVAC, full house insulation, upgraded plumbing and electrical. Renovated kitchen with new high quality appliances and elegant marble countertops. Huge top level master suite with claw foot tub, skylights and exposed architectural details. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout, 9' ceilings with original medallions and remarkable foyer with turned Staircase. As if that's not enough, this home has a hard to find 2 car garage and driveway. Clean dry basement with workshop, storage and new utility sink and laundry. Mature gardens surround the property with a private backyard oasis. Walk to commuter rail, playgrounds, schools, parks, biking, kayaking, markets and restaurants. Showing start at first OH Sunday 12-2. Offers are due Tuesday July 28th by 5pm.
MLS PIN #71377271
Aug 15, 2012
Sold
$505,000
$188/sq ft
Jul 6, 2012
Contingent
—
Jun 1, 2012
Relisted
—
May 21, 2012
Contingent
—
May 16, 2012
Relisted
—
May 10, 2012
Contingent
—
May 3, 2012
Listed
$519,900
$193/sq ft
+24
* Come see this Gorgeous 9 room Victorian * Pristine condition! New oak floors * freshly painted in Designer color pallet * tall 9' Ceilings w/ original medallions remarkable foyer w/ turned Staircase charming decorative Fireplace w/ built-in bookshelves very large rooms super Renovated kitchen Thermadore stove w/ Vent Hood 5 lovely bedrooms New windows * New half bath * updated electric & plumbing * hard to find 2car Garage walk to Centre St./ Schools/ Restaurants
MLS PIN #70175092
Jun 16, 2005
Sold
$605,000
$225/sq ft
Apr 25, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Apr 17, 2005
Listed
$599,000
$223/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 17, 2002
Sold
$384,000
$143/sq ft
MLS PIN #30595033
Jun 18, 2002
Sold
$381,000
$142/sq ft
May 26, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Apr 8, 2002
Listed
$399,000
$148/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 13, 1998
Sold
$185,000
$69/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,798 (+8.6%)
$210,200 + $795,200
$1,005,400
2022
$9,943 (+5.9%)
$191,000 + $722,900
$913,900
2021
$9,385 (+16.6%)
$187,300 + $692,300
$879,600
2020
$8,048 (+5.2%)
$169,400 + $592,700
$762,100
2019
$7,651 (+8.6%)
$153,400 + $572,500
$725,900
2018
$7,045 (+1.0%)
$153,400 + $518,800
$672,200
2017
$6,976 (+3.5%)
$153,400 + $505,300
$658,700
2016
$6,738 (−0.5%)
$148,400 + $464,100
$612,500
2015
$6,773 (+16.1%)
$148,500 + $410,800
$559,300
2014
$5,833 (−4.3%)
$148,500 + $315,200
$463,700
2013
$6,093 (+15.8%)
$148,500 + $315,200
$463,700
2012
$5,260 (+2.0%)
$136,900 + $266,500
$403,400
2009
$5,159 (+22.1%)
$136,900 + $266,500
$403,400
2006
$4,224
$153,100 + $244,300
$397,400
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2014
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,688
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,688
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Suffolk County
APN
1433422
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2023.
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 23, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Work on electrical systems.
Bathroom
Electrical
Apr 18, 2025 • Final
Plumbing
Work on plumbing.
Bathroom
Plumbing
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.
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
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
West Roxbury, MA • 02132
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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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Redfin Estimate for 12 Lorette St
$1,348,733
$24K over list price of $1.33M
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