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Single-familyProperty Type
1914Year Built
4,392 sq ftLot Size
$527Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Peter Messina• Messina Realty Collective LLC
Look no further! Exceptional value for this beautiful 3 bdrm home in move in condition, on a quiet side street in West Roxbury. This home features high ceilings, period details, large rooms, newly refinished hardwood flrs, a formal dining room w/bay window and a charming coal stove, large kitchen,updated bathrooms, newer windows throughout, beautiful foyer and so much more! Enjoy the comforts of the tranquil backyard setting with a multi-level deck and landscaped gardens. Call today
MLS PIN #30638313
Dec 4, 2002
Sold
$340,000
$217/sq ft
Oct 4, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Aug 16, 2002
Listed
$345,000
$220/sq ft
BRIGHT COLONIAL WITH UPDATED KITCHEN & BATHS TWO TIERED DECK & LOVELY GARDEN MOVE RIGHT IN!
MLS PIN #60612925
Aug 23, 1999
Sold
$200,000
$128/sq ft
Apr 9, 1999
Listed
$199,900
$127/sq ft
MLS PIN #30309187
Jun 30, 1999
Sold
$200,000
$128/sq ft
Apr 18, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Apr 11, 1999
Listed
$199,900
$127/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 28, 1987
Sold
$135,000
$86/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,067 (+6.6%)
$206,000 + $358,900
$564,900
2022
$5,690 (+10.5%)
$190,700 + $332,300
$523,000
2021
$5,147 (+11.3%)
$179,900 + $302,500
$482,400
2020
$4,624 (+19.3%)
$166,800 + $271,100
$437,900
2019
$3,877 (+5.6%)
$121,800 + $246,000
$367,800
2018
$3,670 (+1.0%)
$121,800 + $228,400
$350,200
2017
$3,634 (−0.8%)
$121,800 + $221,400
$343,200
2016
$3,665 (+0.1%)
$121,800 + $211,400
$333,200
2015
$3,660 (+3.1%)
$109,100 + $193,100
$302,200
2014
$3,550 (−1.4%)
$109,100 + $173,100
$282,200
2013
$3,600 (+3.9%)
$109,100 + $164,900
$274,000
2012
$3,466 (+7.1%)
$113,100 + $152,700
$265,800
2009
$3,236 (+3.2%)
$113,100 + $139,900
$253,000
2006
$3,136
$128,500 + $166,500
$295,000
Tax history for 63 Desoto Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,067 (+6.6%)
$206,000 + $358,900
$564,900
2022
$5,690 (+10.5%)
$190,700 + $332,300
$523,000
2021
$5,147 (+11.3%)
$179,900 + $302,500
$482,400
2020
$4,624 (+19.3%)
$166,800 + $271,100
$437,900
2019
$3,877 (+5.6%)
$121,800 + $246,000
$367,800
2018
$3,670 (+1.0%)
$121,800 + $228,400
$350,200
2017
$3,634 (−0.8%)
$121,800 + $221,400
$343,200
2016
$3,665 (+0.1%)
$121,800 + $211,400
$333,200
2015
$3,660 (+3.1%)
$109,100 + $193,100
$302,200
2014
$3,550 (−1.4%)
$109,100 + $173,100
$282,200
2013
$3,600 (+3.9%)
$109,100 + $164,900
$274,000
2012
$3,466 (+7.1%)
$113,100 + $152,700
$265,800
2009
$3,236 (+3.2%)
$113,100 + $139,900
$253,000
2006
$3,136
$128,500 + $166,500
$295,000
*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
—
Sq. Ft.
1,568
Year built
1914
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Suffolk County
APN
1437042
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
Jan 3, 2026 • Final
Electrical
Install solar panels.
Electrical
Solar
Jan 1, 2026 • 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 Features: On Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Living Room Information
Level: First
Family Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Interior Features: 1/4 Bath
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,568
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
Lot Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,634.49
Tax Year: 2017
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Washington St to Desoto Rd
UnparsedAddress: 63 Desoto Rd, Boston MA 02132
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,568
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1914
Year Renovated: —
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1437042
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer And Dryer, Swing Set
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
William H Ohrenberger School
Public 3-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
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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
0.46% 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
59% 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
$785,000 – $951,000
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