$1,099,999

71 Townsend St, Boston, MA 02119

5 beds |
3 baths |
3,132 sqft

Multi-Family Home
Built in 1889
4,792sqft lot
2 car garage
$351/sqft
Listed 4 months ago

Property Description

Presenting vacant and move-in ready, this stunning 2-family Victorian is a rare opportunity nestled in the highly desirable Historic Townsend Street District of Roxbury. Perfectly suited for both owner-occupants and savvy investors, the property blends timeless architectural character with thoughtful modern upgrades.Step inside to discover spacious, light-filled rooms with soaring ceilings throughout both units. Each residence offers generously sized bedrooms, in-unit laundry hookups, and updated gas heating systems. A newer roof, off-street parking, and a lush, private backyard add to the home’s appeal. The full basement features high ceilings and ample space, suitable for an additional dwelling unit and offering added value and flexibility. Located minutes from top institutions such as Northeastern University, BU Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston Latin Academy, BMC, and Longwood Medical and Academic Area.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: October 6, 2025
Data Last Updated:: February 5, 2026 at 7:08AM
Listing Office:: Benjamin Douglas Realty Group LLC : 617-955-5923
Listing Agent:: Clayton Weston : 617-212-9545
MLS ID:: 73440097

General: Bathroom With Tub & ShowerLiving RoomKitchenDining Room
Appliances: RangeRefrigerator
Laundry: Washer HookupDryer HookupGas Dryer Hookup
Basement: FullWalk-Out Access
Flooring: WoodHardwood
A/C: Window Unit(s)
Heating: Natural GasHot Water
Fireplace: Fireplaces: 0

General: Rain Gutters
Parking: Paved DriveShared DrivewayOff StreetPaved

Roofing: Slate
Windows: Insulated Windows
General: Frame3Stone

Road/Access: Paved
Originating MLS: MLS Property Information Network
County: Suffolk

Zoning: R2W:11 P:01780 S:0003398311
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed

Utilities: for Gas Rangefor Gas DryerWasher HookupCircuit Breakers
Water: PublicIndividual Meter
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: MLS Property Information Network

Presented by Marathon Real Estate LLC

This listing courtesy of Clayton Weston , Benjamin Douglas Realty Group LLC

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Location

Schools Nearby

Higginson K-2 School

160 Harrishof St, Roxbury, MA, 02119

Grades PK-2

0.05 miles away

William Monroe Trotter K-8 School

135 Humboldt Ave, Dorchester, MA, 02121

Grades PK-8

0.25 miles away

Boston Latin Acadeny

205 Townsend St, Dorchester, MA, 02121

Grades 7-12

0.39 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.