$995,000

8 Mendum St, Boston, MA 02131

  • 3 beds |
  • 2 baths |
  • 1,425 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1920
  • Property Lot Size Icon5,663sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon —— car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $698/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 1 day ago

Property Description

This rare park-side gem is nestled in coveted Peters Hill beside the Arnold Arboretum, one of Boston’s most sought-after settings for blending exceptional outdoor living with urban convenience. Rich architectural character pairs seamlessly with modern updates, creating a turnkey home with timeless appeal. Features include light-filled living spaces with excellent flow and peaceful views, 3 bedrooms plus a dedicated office, 1.5 baths, hardwood floors and AC throughout. The renovated kitchen is appointed with soapstone counters, a farmhouse sink, and custom cabinetry. French doors open to an expansive, fully fenced flat yard with professional landscaping, a mahogany deck, and bluestone patio—an ideal extension of the living space for everyday enjoyment. A full basement for storage, plus a walk-up attic with expansion potential, complement an exceptional lifestyle offering in this hidden gem neighborhood moments from shops, restaurants, and commuter rail access to downtown Boston.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
May 28, 2026
Data Last Updated:
May 30, 2026 at 4:06AM
Listing Office:
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay : 617-542-0012
Listing Agent:
Steven Cohen Team : 617-861-3636
MLS ID:
73525937
  • General: Walk-up Attic
  • Appliances: Gas Water HeaterRangeDishwasherDisposal
  • Basement: Full
  • Flooring: WoodTile
  • A/C: Central AirDuctless
  • Heating: Hot WaterOilDuctless
  • Fireplace: Fireplaces: 0
  • General: PorchDeck - WoodPatioRain GuttersStorageFenced Yard
  • Style: ColonialCraftsman
  • Parking: Paved DriveOff StreetPavedParking spaces: 2
  • Roofing: Slate
  • General: FrameStone
  • Road/Access: Public
  • Originating MLS: MLS Property Information Network
  • County: Suffolk
  • Zoning: R1W:20 P:05340 S:0104518624
  • View: Scenic View(s)View
  • Fencing: Fenced/EnclosedFenced
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: MLS Property Information Network

This listing courtesy of Steven Cohen Team , Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

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