Welcome to this recently updated colonial home located in a sought-after West Roxbury neighborhood. With a warm and cozy feel, this home features modern updates that make everyday living easy and comfortable such as a *NEW* hot water heater (2021), washer & dryer (2023), concrete driveway (2024), interior doors (2024), and furnace (2025). The layout is ideal with shared living spaces and a half bath on the main floor. All three bedrooms and a full bath are upstairs. The unfinished lower level is perfect for housing systems and storage. Out back, find a new privacy fence enclosing the entire lot as well as a large storage shed. Enjoy the convenience of being close to great local schools and just minutes from the shops, restaurants, and entertainment of Route 1 and Legacy Place. This is a great opportunity to own a truly charming home in a desirable community!
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
4,272 sq ftLot Size
$677Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Julia Badiali• Parkway Real Estate, LLC
Bought with Laura O'Brien• Donahue Real Estate Co.
Your search is over...this side entrance colonial style home is located in a great West Roxbury neighborhood. Stunning kitchen remodel 2016 with bar top island and new stainless steel appliances. Recessed lighting and upgraded lighting fixtures. Open floor plan to dining and living room. Gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout. Updated bathrooms 2009. Windows and electrical 2008. All 3 bedrooms on 2nd level. Basement space has great ceiling height and could be easily finished for additional square footage. Nicely landscaped fenced in yard. Spacious storage shed in back yard. Convenient to the shops on Centre Street and Legacy place in Dedham. Nearby bus service, commuter rail to Boston, and major highways. Welcome home! All offers should be made good until 6pm on Monday April 3rd.
MLS PIN #71888939
Nov 30, 2015
Sold
$408,000
$370/sq ft
Oct 1, 2015
Pending
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Sep 26, 2015
Relisted
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Aug 19, 2015
Pending
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Aug 13, 2015
Listed
$399,000
$361/sq ft
+15
Wonderful side entrance colonial with kitchen and baths updated in 2009, windows and electrical updated in 2008. Hardwood floors throughout. Room to finish in lower level. Nicely landscaped fenced yard. Central Air! Convenient to the shops on Centre Street, bus service, commuter rail to Boston, and major highways.
MLS PIN #70257037
Mar 24, 2006
Sold
$333,000
$302/sq ft
Mar 1, 2006
Listing Removed
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Sep 10, 2005
Listed
$349,900
$317/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,288 (+8.6%)
$170,900 + $414,600
$585,500
2022
$5,791 (+8.2%)
$155,400 + $376,900
$532,300
2021
$5,351 (+15.2%)
$148,000 + $353,500
$501,500
2020
$4,643 (+6.2%)
$138,800 + $300,900
$439,700
2019
$4,373 (+8.6%)
$116,800 + $298,100
$414,900
2018
$4,025
$116,800 + $267,300
$384,100
2017
$4,025 (+16.0%)
$116,800 + $263,300
$380,100
2016
$3,469 (−5.0%)
$114,300 + $201,100
$315,400
2015
$3,650 (+3.0%)
$129,800 + $171,600
$301,400
2014
$3,544 (−4.3%)
$129,800 + $151,900
$281,700
2013
$3,702 (+2.6%)
$129,800 + $151,900
$281,700
2012
$3,607 (+2.0%)
$119,800 + $156,800
$276,600
2009
$3,538 (+12.9%)
$119,800 + $156,800
$276,600
2006
$3,133
$135,000 + $159,700
$294,700
Tax history for 197 Stimson St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,288 (+8.6%)
$170,900 + $414,600
$585,500
2022
$5,791 (+8.2%)
$155,400 + $376,900
$532,300
2021
$5,351 (+15.2%)
$148,000 + $353,500
$501,500
2020
$4,643 (+6.2%)
$138,800 + $300,900
$439,700
2019
$4,373 (+8.6%)
$116,800 + $298,100
$414,900
2018
$4,025
$116,800 + $267,300
$384,100
2017
$4,025 (+16.0%)
$116,800 + $263,300
$380,100
2016
$3,469 (−5.0%)
$114,300 + $201,100
$315,400
2015
$3,650 (+3.0%)
$129,800 + $171,600
$301,400
2014
$3,544 (−4.3%)
$129,800 + $151,900
$281,700
2013
$3,702 (+2.6%)
$129,800 + $151,900
$281,700
2012
$3,607 (+2.0%)
$119,800 + $156,800
$276,600
2009
$3,538 (+12.9%)
$119,800 + $156,800
$276,600
2006
$3,133
$135,000 + $159,700
$294,700
*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
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,356 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2009
Sq. Ft.
1,104
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Suffolk County
APN
1436448
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Jun 28, 2016 • 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
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 165
Length: 15
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 143
Length: 13
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 80
Length: 10
Width: 8
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Living Room Information
Area: 264
Length: 22
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Sump Pump
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,104
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: See Remarks
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,725
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Washington Street to Stimson Street
UnparsedAddress: 197 Stimson St, Boston MA 02132
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Pool, Park, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,104
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: 2009
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1436448
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
East Boston Early Childhood Center
Public PreK-1 • Assigned • 0.4mi
Kilmer K-8 School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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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
0.15% 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
58% 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.
9 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$711,000 – $861,000
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