Active Under Contract
28 Days on market
71 Temple St Boston — Photo 1 of 20

71 Temple St Boston — Photo 1 of 20

$625,000

71 Temple St, Boston, MA 02132

Boston, MA 02132 — West Roxbury

Beds

3

Baths

2

SqFt

1,540

Style

Single Family

Built

1940

BUYER FINANCING FELL THRU, DON’T MISS THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY! A charming bungalow in convenient West Roxbury location. Featuring an inviting living room which flows into the dining room and kitchen. The step-down family room opens out thru a sliding door to the large, level back yard. The home also features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a bonus lower level with laundry and plenty of storage. With over 1,500 square feet of living space and a newer roof, this home has a lot of potential to be updated and expanded and lives much larger than it looks!

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$406/sqft
Local Avg (Boston)$527/sqft
23% BelowMarket Average

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

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$625,000
Annual Taxes$7,847

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street0

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms7
FireplacesNone
FlooringTile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
BasementFull, Partially Finished, Interior Entry

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard
CoolingNone
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ZoningR1

Property & Lot

Acres0.16
SqFt Lot6,875
Lot FeaturesSloped

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Medical Facility • Highway Access • Private School • Public School

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenFamily RoomMaster BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 1Bathroom 2
Living Room
Lvl First

12 x 16

Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room
Lvl First

10 x 12

Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen
Lvl First

16 x 12

Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room
Lvl First

12 x 16

Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Master Bedroom
Lvl First

12 x 14

Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 2
Lvl First

12 x 11

Bedroom 3
Lvl First

11 x 11

Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom 2
Lvl First

Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

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: 770 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,540 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 6,875 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.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: The Madden David Real Estate Group

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley

MLS® Number: 73563874

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