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Property Description
Classic charm meets modern luxury in this fully renovated 11 room, 5 BR custom built Colonial circa 1885. Located in an exceptional neighborhood, this home boasts exquisite leaded glass & original details throughout. Dentil moldings, 10 ft ceilings, HW floors, an ornate FP, plus original pocket doors blend timeless character w/todays sought after updates. The beautifully updated kitchen has stainless steel appliances, a center island & leathered countertops complementing the home's original architectural details. Plantation shutters adorn every window. A cozy FR flows seamlessly from the kitchen, opening out onto a beautiful deck. Enjoy a gorgeous DR surrounded by leaded glass bay windows bathing the room in light. The 2nd flr is home to 3 generous BRs including a stunning Primary. Owners currently use 1 of the BRs as a home office. The 3rd flr has 2 additional BRs plus an adjoining exercise/sitting room & another full bath. The oversized lush yard is one of the largest in W Roxbury
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 186 Temple St
General
- Price: $1,699,000
- Taxes: $9,623 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MLSPin
- MLS ID: 73518894
- Updated: Today (5/14/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Window Seat, Closet, Exercise Room, Foyer, Entry Hall, Walk-Up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Marble
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 2
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Bathroom 1: Full Bathroom, Tiled Bathroom with Tub, Stone/Ceramic Tile Flooring, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Stone/Gran, 9.00 x 7.00, Second, 63 Sq. Ft.
- Bathroom 2: Full Bathroom, Tiled Bathroom with Shower Stall, Sto, 6.00 x 12.00, Third, 72 Sq. Ft.
- Bathroom 3: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Coun, 4.00 x 5.00, First, 20 Sq. Ft.
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Primary Bedroom: 14.00 x 18.00, Second, 252 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 2: Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Dressing Room, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, 18.00 x 13.00, Second, 234 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 3: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Remodeled, 14.00 x 11.00, Second, 154 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 4: Closet, Wall-to-Wall Carpet, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Remodeled, 12.00 x 16.00, Third, 192 Sq. Ft.
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Hardwood Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Pocket Door, 18.00 x 12.00, Main, First, 216 Sq. Ft.
- Family Room: Half Bathroom, Hardwood Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Exterior Deck, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider, Lighting - Pendant, 15.00 x 11.00, Main, First, 165 Sq. Ft.
- Kitchen: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Pantry, Upgraded Countertops, Kitchen Island, Upgraded Cabinets, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, 16.00 x 18.00, Main, First, 288 Sq. Ft.
- Dining Room: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, Bay/Bow/Box Window(s), Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Pocket Door, Window Seat, 17.00 x 18.00, Main, First, 306 Sq. Ft.
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Additional Information
- Year Round: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Color: Blue
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Location
- Area: West Roxbury
- County: Suffolk
- Subdivision: West Roxbury
- Driving Directions: Centre Street to Temple Street Or VFW Parkway to Baker Street to Temple Street.
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ductless
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating Fuel: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating Zones: 1
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Connection for Gas Range
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
- Roof: Shingle
- Square Feet: 2,704
- Sq. Ft. Source: Measured
- Year Built: 1885
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
- Lot Dimensions: .26
- Frontage: Public
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Level
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $628.33
- Tax Amount: $9,623
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Contract
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Rstr.: Garage is currently being used for storage & not accessible from the driveway. Mini splits offer AC & optional heat.
- Property ID: 1433089
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Schools
Schools serving 186 Temple St
School District:Boston School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lyndon K-8 School 20 Mt. Vernon Street, Boston, MA 02132 | PK-8 | 0.4 mi |
Kilmer K-8 School 35 Baker Street, Boston, MA 02132 | PK-8 | 0.8 mi |
Mozart Elementary School 236 Beech Street, Boston, MA 02131 | PK-5 | 1.3 mi |
Washington Irving Middle School 105 Cummins Hwy, Boston, MA 02131 | 6-8 | 2.1 mi |
Boston Community Leadership Academy 655 Metropolitan Ave, Boston, MA 02136 | 9-12 | 2.8 mi |
New Mission High School 655 Metropolitan Ave, Boston, MA 02136 | 9-12 | 2.8 mi |
West Roxbury Academy 60 Hawthorne St, Boston, MA 02131 | 9-12 | 2.1 mi |
Urban Science Academy 60 Hawthorne St, Boston, MA 02131 | 9-12 | 2.1 mi |
Another Course To College 612 Metropolitan Av, Boston, MA 02136 | 9-12 | 2.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 186 Temple St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/14/2026
Listed
$1,699,000
119.23%
MLS
3/24/2017
Sold
$775,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 186 Temple St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$9,623
2%
$831,000
-4%
2024
$9,409
7%
$863,200
5%
2023
$8,829
9%
$822,100
10%
2022
$8,132
7%
$747,400
4%
2021
$7,632
6%
$715,300
5%
2020
$7,168
5%
$678,800
5%
2019
$6,813
9%
$646,400
9%
2018
$6,237
1%
$595,100
2%
2017
$6,176
-1%
$583,200
3%
2016
$6,228
—
$566,200
10%
2015
$6,234
2%
$514,800
6%
2014
$6,110
—
$485,700
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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186 Temple St, Boston, MA 02132 (MLS# 73518894) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 186 Temple St is currently listed for $1,699,000 and was received on May 14, 2026. This property is listed by Judy Korzenowski from our Brookline-Newton-Chestnut Hill Regional Office.Want to learn more about 186 Temple St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in West Roxbury? You can browse all West Roxbury real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

