One of the finest Queen Anne Victorian houses in Boston!

Designed by renowned architect Patrick Ford. This picturesque house is surrounded by grand, craftsman style houses in the Parkside neighborhood. Originally Forest Gardens Estate because of the proximity to Franklin Park. Built fr grand living; the entire house has SUPERB original detai ling. South facing front porch w/delightful details, recently renovated. Enter into a stunning foyer w/ a spectacular staircase.

Living room flanked w/ elegant columns, gas fireplace and bow window, opens to the gracious dining w/ fireplace, wainscoting and access to the contemporary kitchen w/cherry cabinets, soapstone counters and a cooks library w/ desk space-tremendous view to patio & garden area. The 2nd floor-4 bedrooms, full bath & great closet space. You'll fall in love w/ the top floor-sunny & private, a writer's dream w/ a magnificent library & sizeable bedrooms. So many unique features; you have to come experience the grandeur & craftsmanship.

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on 42 Peter Parley Rd
in Boston, MA
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Property MLS #73251109 from MLSPIN

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+ Bedrooms

Bedrooms: 7
Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 136 x 155
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 130 x 136
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 107 x 127
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 105 x 116
Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 136 x 1710
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Bedroom 5 Level: Third
Primary Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 5 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

+ Other Rooms

Total Rooms: 11
Living Room Dimensions: 133 x 163
Living Room Level: Main, First
Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Basement Description: Full, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Slab

+ Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1.5
Full Bathrooms: 1
1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom 1 Level: First
Bathroom 2 Level: Second
Primary Bathroom Features: No
Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled, Pedestal Sink
Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled, Pedestal Sink

+ Interior Features

Closet
Open Floorplan
Wainscoting
Lighting - Pendant
Vestibule
Decorative Molding
Bedroom
Center Hall
Mud Room
Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Window Features: Window(s) - Stained Glass, Screens

+ Appliances

Gas Water Heater
Dishwasher
Disposal
Range
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

+ Heating and Cooling

Cooling Features: Wall Unit(s)
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room
Heating Features: Forced Air, Oil
Heating: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 2

+ Kitchen and Dining

Dining Room Dimensions: 1311 x 150
Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting, Lighting - Pendant
Dining Room Level: Main, First
Kitchen Dimensions: 23 x 1211
Kitchen Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
Kitchen Level: Main, First

+ Exterior and Lot Features

Porch
Patio
Rain Gutters
Screens
Fenced Yard
Garden
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Road Frontage Type: Public

+ Land Info

Lot Description: Level
Lot Size Acres: 0.1058999
Lot Size Square Feet: 4613

+ Garage and Parking

Open Parking: Yes
Parking Features: Off Street, Driveway
Parking Total: 2

+ School Information

Elementary School: Bps
High School: Bps
Middle School: Bps
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Neighborhood Schools is a private elementary school located approximately 0 miles away.
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Community Academy is a public high school located approximately 0.2 miles away.
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Hernandez K-8 School is a public elementary and middle school located approximately 0.2 miles away.
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+ Homeowners Association

Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0

+ Amenities and Community Features

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

+ Other Property Info

Annual Tax Amount: 9197
City Region: Jamaica Plain
Source Listing Status: Active
County: Suffolk
Directions: Forest Hills Street to Peter Parley
Tax Year: 2024
Source Property Type: Residential
Parcel Number: W:11 P:02433 S:000, 1350838
Zoning: R1
Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
Source System Name: C2C
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Year	Assessments Building + Land Total	Tax
2023	$797,700 + $293,500 $1,091,200	$11,719
2022	$745,500 + $274,300 $1,019,800	$11,095
2021	$745,500 + $274,300 $1,019,800	$10,881
2020	$543,200 + $286,200 $829,400	$8,758
2019	$538,400 + $215,100 $753,500	$7,942
2018	$457,900 + $215,100 $673,000	$7,053
2017	$425,500 + $215,100 $640,600	$6,784
2016	$395,000 + $215,100 $610,100	$6,711
2015	$361,200 + $138,000 $499,200	$6,045
2014	$361,200 + $138,000 $499,200	$6,280
2006	$432,700 + $59,700 $492,400	$5,475
2005	$418,700 + $59,700 $478,400	$5,133
2004	$415,300 + $59,700 $475,000	$4,821

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Price Changed 2024-06-19
$1,400,000
MLSPIN

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Listed 2024-06-12
$1,500,000
MLSPIN

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Sold 1996-02-16
$187,700
Public Record

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Sold 1989-01-18
$210,000
Public Record

+ Utilities

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
for Gas Range
for Electric Oven
for Electric Dryer
Water Source: Public

+ Building and Construction

Year Built: 1900
Building Area Total: 2947
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Granite
Property Age: 124
Roof: Shingle
House Style: Victorian, Colonial Revival
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Year Built Source: Public Records