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71 Cottage Street Boston — Photo 1 of 41

$749,000

71 Cottage Street, Boston, MA 02132

Boston, MA 02132 — West Roxbury

Beds

Baths

1.5

SqFt

1,200

Style

Single Family

Built

1915

Beautiful move-in ready single-family home on a private road featuring bright & sunny interiors with bay windows and stained glass. The open-concept living and dining area blends classic charm with modern comfort, enhanced by new light fixtures and LED recessed lighting. The gourmet kitchen offers stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large peninsula ideal for casual dining and entertaining. Enjoy a spacious front porch with Trex decking, updated baths with imported tiles, modern vanities, and a walk-in shower. The second floor includes three bedrooms, a full bath, and a small office. Additional highlights include central A/C, a modern heat pump, in-unit washer and dryer, a rear deck and patio overlooking a versatile yard, off-street parking, full walkout basement , convenient access to highways, shopping, and amenities. Perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat with modern updates, this home combines style, comfort, and functionality in a desirable, private setting.

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Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$624/sqft

Local Avg (Boston)$520/sqft

20% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.

Financials

Original Price$749,000

Annual Taxes$4,104.4

Parking

Garage0

Off-Street1

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms6

FireplacesNone

FlooringWood

BasementFull, Walk-Out Access, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingCentral

CoolingCentral Air

WaterPublic

SewerPrivate Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame

RoofAsphalt/Composition Shingles

FoundationStone, Granite

Zoningresidentia

Property & Lot

Acres0.1

SqFt Lot4,226

Lot FeaturesCorner Lot

Amenities & Appliances

Plumbed For Ice Maker

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails

Geography

Population

26,444

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$139K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

29.9%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Suffolk County

2,527 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+37% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,269 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 600 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,200 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 4,226 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Boston, MA market report ZIP 02132 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Herion Karbunara

Listing Office: Herion Karbunara

MLS® Number: 73557933