48 Atherton · Boston

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FOR SALE · MLS #73575734

$950,000

beds: 4
baths: 1
sqft: 2,790

48 Atherton

Boston, MA 02119

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Washington St to Atherton St

Home type: Single Family Residence
Interior living area: 2,790 sqft
Year built: 1900
Lot size: 5,750 sqft (about 0.13 acres)
Parking spaces: 4
Price per sqft: $341/sqft

About this home

Bring your vision and discover the possibilities at 48 Atherton Street, a classic Roxbury colonial built in 1900 spanning over 2,700 square feet of living area. This large single-family home offers a fantastic opportunity in one of Boston’s vibrant neighborhoods. This home offers an exciting opportunity to build instant equity while updating the space to reflect your own style and vision. This expansive home boasts three floors of natural beauty which features 4 generous bedrooms, sitting room, living room, dining room, hardwood floors, stain glass window, 2 fireplaces and eat-in kitchen with pantry. A 2nd floor dedicated laundry room enhances household efficiency and a versatile basement, provides additional utility and storage solutions. Don't miss the extended driveway and a spacious backyard with ADU possibility. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, investment opportunity, renovation project, or property with future expansion potential, this home presents an exciting opportunity to become part of one of Boston's most distinctive neighborhoods. Enjoy convenient access to public transportation, with nearby connections making it easy to reach Longwood Medical area, Downtown Boston, the South End, and surrounding neighborhoods.

Listed by Cathleen Brown-Burrell · City Coastal Realty Co.
MLS PIN #73575734 · Updated 10/22/2026, 3:05:00 AM ET

Facts & features

Home overview

Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Property category: Residential
MLS status: Active
Bedrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 1
Half bathrooms: 0
Total bathrooms: 1
Total rooms: 10
Living area: 2,790 sqft
Living area source: Public Record
Above grade finished area: 2,790 sqft
Building area: 2,790
Building area units: Square Feet
Building area source: Public Records
Area includes basement: No
Area disclosures: 5750 sq ft lot size

Interior & systems

Heating: Steam
Heating available: Yes
Cooling: None
Cooling available: No
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Wood
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplaces: 2

Price & tax details

Current asking price$950,000

Original asking price$974,999

Listed on2026-09-10

Days on market42

Tax record supplied by MLS
Year	Property tax	Assessed value
2026	$8,721	$1,048,400

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