Ideally situated in the heart of West Roxbury, this stunning historic home offers the perfect blend of timeless character and modern convenience. Enjoy easy commuting access and a walkable location close to local shops and restaurants. The main level features spacious living and dining rooms, a beautifully renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a full bathroom, and first-floor laundry. Upstairs, the inviting second floor offers a primary bedroom with seating area and walk-in closet, plus two generous guest bedrooms and an updated bath. The expansive third floor provides exceptional flexibility for a home office, playroom, or guest suite. The finished lower level adds valuable living space, ideal as a family room, media room, gym, or bonus area. Outside, enjoy a large deck with ample space for outdoor dining and grilling. Set on a desirable corner lot, the property also offers generous yard space for gardening and entertaining. Welcome home!
Est. $4,277 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 40 Ivory St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73530167
Aug 20, 2026
Sold
$965,000
$403/sq ft
Jul 9, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 7, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 4, 2026
Listed
$999,000
$417/sq ft
MLS PIN #71020230
Mar 31, 2010
Sold
$555,000
$232/sq ft
Feb 5, 2010
Contingent
—
Jan 18, 2010
Listed
$579,900
$242/sq ft
HOME,BABY,HOME! Victorian circa 1890 can set the scene for your life's story.From the wrap around front porch with Bose speakers to the celestial 3rd floor,to the family/game room this lovely home has a lot to offer.The formal lr has pocket doors that open to the fireplaced dr.The 1st floor has a full bath + laundry.The 2nd floor bath has been completely renovated.Although the home maintains the charm of another era,the amenities are up to date.Close to 'T'and shopping.Welcome home!
Public Records
Sep 16, 2002
Sold
$485,000
$202/sq ft
MLS PIN #30504332
Aug 8, 2001
Sold
$415,000
$173/sq ft
May 27, 2001
Listing Removed
—
May 12, 2001
Listed
$425,000
$177/sq ft
VINTAGE VICTORIAN JUST THE RIGHT SIZE WONDERFUL WRAP-AROUND BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED ORIGINAL DETAIL NICE WOODS HIGH CEILING PRIVATE GARDEN OASIS YARD MINUTES TO BOSTON COMMUTER RAIL
Public Records
Aug 3, 1989
Sold
$179,500
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,295 (+8.6%)
$241,100 + $438,100
$679,200
2022
$6,718 (+5.9%)
$219,200 + $398,300
$617,500
2021
$6,342 (+3.6%)
$214,900 + $379,500
$594,400
2020
$6,122 (+5.2%)
$193,800 + $385,900
$579,700
2019
$5,818 (+8.6%)
$165,000 + $387,000
$552,000
2018
$5,357 (+1.0%)
$165,000 + $346,200
$511,200
2017
$5,306 (−0.8%)
$165,000 + $336,000
$501,000
2016
$5,350 (−2.4%)
$165,000 + $321,400
$486,400
2015
$5,481 (+2.1%)
$158,500 + $294,100
$452,600
2014
$5,370 (−4.3%)
$158,500 + $268,400
$426,900
2013
$5,609 (+5.1%)
$158,500 + $268,400
$426,900
2012
$5,335 (+2.0%)
$145,500 + $263,600
$409,100
2009
$5,232 (+11.7%)
$145,500 + $263,600
$409,100
2006
$4,683
$162,700 + $277,800
$440,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1989
Sq. Ft.
2,014
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Suffolk County
APN
1433299
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
Nov 20, 2019 • Final
Electrical
Work on electrical systems.
Electrical
Ev charger
Mar 24, 2016 • Final
Short form bldg
Perform exterior renovations on a residential building.
Roofing
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.