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Price
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9/10/2026
Listed
$974,999
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Property Description
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, 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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 48 Atherton
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General
- Price: $974,999
- Taxes: $8,721 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 73575734
- Updated: 9/14/2026
- Added to Site: 9 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Parking Features: Paved Drive, Paved
Location
- County: Suffolk
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Square Feet: 2,790
- Year Built: 1900
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $8,721
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 3398463
Listed by City Coastal Realty Co., Cathleen Brown-Burrell
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Schools
Schools serving 48 Atherton
School District:Boston School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mendell Elementary School 164 School Street, Boston, MA 02119 | PK-5 | 0.1 mi |
Hernandez K-8 School 61 School Street, Boston, MA 02119 | PK-8 | 0.3 mi |
John F Kennedy Elementary School, Boston, MA 7 Bolster Street, Boston, MA 02130 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi |
The English High School 144 McBride Street, Boston, MA 02130 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Boston Latin Academy 205 Townsend Street, Boston, MA 02121 | 7-12 | 0.9 mi |
James P Timilty Middle School 205 Roxbury Street, Boston, MA 02119 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Egleston Community High School 3134 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02130 | 9-12 | 0.3 mi |
Community Academy 25 Glen Road, Boston, MA 02130 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
Fenway High School 67 Alleghany St, Boston, MA 02120 | 9-12 | 0.9 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 48 Atherton
Tax History
Tax History for 48 Atherton
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$12,140
18%
$1,048,400
11%
2024
$10,275
9%
$942,700
7%
2023
$9,462
6%
$881,000
7%
2022
$8,959
2%
$823,400
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2021
$8,786
25%
$823,400
24%
2020
$7,012
10%
$664,000
10%
2019
$6,361
13%
$603,500
12%
2018
$5,649
4%
$539,000
5%
2017
$5,434
1%
$513,100
5%
2016
$5,375
15%
$488,600
26%
2015
$4,689
-4%
$387,200
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2014
$4,871
—
$387,200
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48 Atherton, Boston, MA 02119 (MLS# 73575734) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 48 Atherton is currently listed for $974,999 and was received on September 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 48 Atherton? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Boston? You can browse all Boston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.