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42 Peter Parley Road

Boston, MA 02130

7 beds
2 baths
2,947 sqft
4,613 sqft lot
$434 per sqft
1900 build
– on site

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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 for grand living; the entire house has SUPERB original detailing. 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 & bow window, opens to the gracious dining w/ fireplace, wainscoting & access to the contemporary kitchen w/cherry cabinets, soapstone counters & a cooks library w/ desk space-great 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 & spacious bedrooms. So many unique features; you have to come experience the grandeur & craftsmanship.

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Bunny Cecchetto / Focus Real Estate

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Oct 31, 2024 •

MLS# 73251109 —

The Building

Year Built:

1900
Year Built Details:

Renovated Since
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Victorian
Construction Materials:

Frame
Roof:

Shingle
Basement:

Full
Foundation Details:

Granite
Exterior Features:

Porch
Window Features:

Window(s) - Stained Glass
Patio And Porch Features:

Porch
Building Area Total:

2947
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Rooms Total:

11
Interior Features:

Closet
Living Room Level:

Main,First
Living Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Decorative Molding, Pocket Door
Kitchen Level:

Main,First
Kitchen Features:

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
Dining Room Level:

Main,First
Dining Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting, Lighting - Pendant
Flooring:

Hardwood
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

2
Fireplace Features:

Dining Room
Laundry Features:

In Basement

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2947
Living Room Length:

163
Living Room Width:

133
Kitchen Length:

1211
Kitchen Width:

23
Dining Room Length:

150
Dining Room Width:

1311
Bedroom 2 Length:

136
Bedroom 2 Width:

130
Bedroom 3 Length:

127
Bedroom 3 Width:

107
Bedroom 4 Length:

116
Bedroom 4 Width:

105
Bedroom 5 Length:

1710
Bedroom 5 Width:

136
Master Bedroom Length:

155
Master Bedroom Width:

136

Location

Directions:

Forest Hills Street to Peter Parley
Latitude:

42.310907
Longitude:

-71.1006

The Property

Parcel Number:

W:11 P:02433 S:000,1350838
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

Level
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.11
Lot Size SqFt:

4613
Lot Size Acres:

0.11
Zoning:

R1
Fencing:

Fenced/Enclosed
Water View:

No
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Frontage Type:

Public

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Book Number:

20360
Tax Annual Amount:

9197
Tax Assessed Value:

1167700

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

7
Master Bedroom Level:

Second
Master Bedroom Features:

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2 Level:

Second
Bedroom 2 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3 Level:

Second
Bedroom 3 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4 Level:

Second
Bedroom 4 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 5 Level:

Third
Bedroom 5 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Baths

Total Baths:

1.5
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1
Bathroom 1 Level:

First
Bathroom 1 Features:

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled, Pedestal Sink
Bathroom 2 Level:

Second
Bathroom 2 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled, Pedestal Sink
Master Bath Features:

No

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false
Sub Agency Relationship Offered:

No

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Wall Unit(s)
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

for Gas Range
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Water Heater

Schools

Elementary School:

Bps
Middle Or Junior School:

Bps
High School:

Bps

The Community

Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Public Transportation
Spa:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

false
Parking Total:

2
Parking Features:

Off Street
Open Parking:

true

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
10/25/24 Oct 25, 2024	Sold	MLSPIN	$1,279,000	-1.2%
10/1/24 Oct 1, 2024	Pending	MLSPIN	$1,295,000
9/17/24 Sep 17, 2024	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MLSPIN	$1,295,000

House Sold on 10/25/2024

$1,279,000

Listing provided by broker:

Bunny Cecchetto

Focus Real Estate

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42 Peter Parley Road

Boston, MA 02130