Located on a quiet West Roxbury side street and close to the Brookline town-line, this two family is a great opportunity for an owner occupant/investor, or a condo conversion. The first-floor unit has 2 bedrooms, a spacious living room, and formal dining room w/built in cabinetry. The second-floor unit has 3 bedrooms, separate living and formal dining rooms with French doors, plus an unfinished attic perfect for adding additional living space. Both units have recently renovated bathrooms, eat-in kitchens plus pantry storage, and three-season porches which both overlook the nicely landscaped yard. The private rear yard is complete with a small area for grilling and landscaped beds for planting flowers or vegetables. Each unit has its own heating and hot water system, updated electrical, plus separate laundry hook-ups and storage areas. This property is close to shopping, restaurants, nearby parks, and perfect for anyone looking to enjoy all that West Roxbury has to offer.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
5,000 sq ftLot Size
$465Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Joe DeAngelo• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston - South End
TERRIFIC 2 FAMILY 5/6*** EXCELLENT CONDITION WITH MODERN KITCHENS * DISHWASHER/DISPOSAL * GAS COOKING * MUCH DESIRED KITCHEN PANTRY * CERAMIC TILE BATHS * SEPARATE UPDATED SYSTEMS * ENCLOSED BACK PORCHES * AN EXCELLENT HOME SHOWS OWNERS PRIDE *WELL LOVED AND WELL MAINTAINED OAK FLOORS SPACIOUS ROOMS * CLEAN DRY BASEMENT W/LAUNDRY * LOVELY LEVEL YARD * SUPER LOCATION FOR COMMUTERS NEAR CHESTNUT HILL/ VFW PKWAY VILLAGE RESTAURANTS * EASY WALK TO BOSTON TRAIN
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,982 (+3.7%)
$258,700 + $577,600
$836,300
2022
$8,662 (+16.2%)
$246,200 + $549,900
$796,100
2021
$7,455 (+8.3%)
$225,900 + $472,800
$698,700
2020
$6,886 (+6.2%)
$215,000 + $437,100
$652,100
2019
$6,481 (+10.6%)
$162,600 + $452,300
$614,900
2018
$5,860 (+4.9%)
$162,600 + $396,600
$559,200
2017
$5,587 (+3.0%)
$162,600 + $365,000
$527,600
2016
$5,424 (−3.3%)
$162,600 + $330,500
$493,100
2015
$5,608 (+3.1%)
$176,600 + $286,500
$463,100
2014
$5,440 (−4.3%)
$176,600 + $255,800
$432,400
2013
$5,682 (+1.0%)
$176,600 + $255,800
$432,400
2012
$5,624 (+2.0%)
$146,600 + $284,700
$431,300
2009
$5,516 (+14.4%)
$146,600 + $284,700
$431,300
2006
$4,823
$161,400 + $292,300
$453,700
Tax history for 42 Garnet Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,982 (+3.7%)
$258,700 + $577,600
$836,300
2022
$8,662 (+16.2%)
$246,200 + $549,900
$796,100
2021
$7,455 (+8.3%)
$225,900 + $472,800
$698,700
2020
$6,886 (+6.2%)
$215,000 + $437,100
$652,100
2019
$6,481 (+10.6%)
$162,600 + $452,300
$614,900
2018
$5,860 (+4.9%)
$162,600 + $396,600
$559,200
2017
$5,587 (+3.0%)
$162,600 + $365,000
$527,600
2016
$5,424 (−3.3%)
$162,600 + $330,500
$493,100
2015
$5,608 (+3.1%)
$176,600 + $286,500
$463,100
2014
$5,440 (−4.3%)
$176,600 + $255,800
$432,400
2013
$5,682 (+1.0%)
$176,600 + $255,800
$432,400
2012
$5,624 (+2.0%)
$146,600 + $284,700
$431,300
2009
$5,516 (+14.4%)
$146,600 + $284,700
$431,300
2006
$4,823
$161,400 + $292,300
$453,700
*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
5
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,302
Year built
1910
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Suffolk County
APN
1428754
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
May 15, 2025 • Final
Short form bldg
Install solar panels.
Electrical
Solar
Apr 10, 2025 • Final
Short form bldg
Install solar panels.
Electrical
Solar
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: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Concrete
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 13
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,302
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: grey
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Enclosed
Property Information
PropertySubType: Multi Family
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,481
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating Units: 2
Cooling Units: 0
Location
Location Information
Directions: Weld St to Garnet Rd
UnparsedAddress: 42 Garnet Rd, Boston MA 02132
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, House of Worship, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,302
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: —
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1428754
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Lyndon K-8 School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
6/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
59% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
West Roxbury, MA • 02132
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
34
20
36
21
51
33
59
41
69
51
80
61
84
67
79
60
74
57
64
46
53
36
39
25
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.02M – $1.23M
Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $10,705 in fees.3 minutes to get started.
Get a free, detailed breakdown of how we calculated your estimate.