Welcome to this amazing neighborhood home in West Roxbury, where great curb appeal greets you with a beautiful bluestone entry onto gracious steps. When you step inside this 4 Bed, 2 full bath Gambrel Dutch Colonial, it feels warm and inviting, with sun-filled spaces, high ceilings, charm, all bringing a seamless flow from living room to dining room and kitchen that makes every corner feel like home. The dining room features an original built-in hutch along with sliders that open to a bi-level open deck, perfect for grilling and entertaining. Newly painted exterior and interior throughout. Hardwood floors refinished throughout. This charming home is the true definition of home. Kitchen has updated Granite and SS Appliances. The mud room leads to large fenced yard (direct walk out ) & 2 car garage. The completely finished lower level includes family room, full bath with new laundry, 4th bedroom *and additional storage. A true pleasure to show!!
For sale
$899,900
161 Perham St, West Roxbury, MA 02132
4beds
1,808sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
6,375 Square Feet Lot
$912,400 Zestimate®
$498/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Family roomCompletely finished lower levelWarm and invitingBeautiful bluestone entryOriginal built-in hutchHardwood floors refinished throughoutMud room
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Listed by:
Sheila Goddess 508-662-7903,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton 617-969-2447,
Adam Goddess 857-498-2448
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73517069
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Basement
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Slider
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Finished,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,808
- Total interior livable area: 1,808 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,400
- Finished area below ground: 408
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, ET Irrigation Controller
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,375 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:20 P:08275 S:000,1433001
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Water conservation: ET Irrigation Controller
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: West Roxbury,
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Roxbury
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $498/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $749,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,673
- Date on market: 5/12/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$912,400
$867,000 - $958,000
$4,229/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,900+44%$498/sqft |
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| 6/27/2016 | Sold | $625,000+4.2%$346/sqft |
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| 5/4/2016 | Pending sale | $599,900$332/sqft |
Source: Re/Max Achievers #71994440 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2016 | Listed for sale | $599,900+27.5%$332/sqft |
Source: Re/Max Achievers #71994440 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2007 | Sold | $470,500+46.1%$260/sqft |
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| 5/1/2001 | Sold | $322,000+57.1%$178/sqft |
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| 5/28/1998 | Sold | $205,000+22%$113/sqft |
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| 8/1/1991 | Sold | $168,000$93/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,673 +6.4% | $749,000 +0.1% |
| 2024 | $8,153 +6.5% | $748,000 +5% |
| 2023 | $7,652 +8.6% | $712,500 +10% |
| 2022 | $7,047 -4.3% | $647,700 -6.1% |
| 2021 | $7,362 +17.3% | $690,000 +16.1% |
| 2020 | $6,276 +5.4% | $594,300 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $5,956 +8.6% | $565,100 +8% |
| 2018 | $5,484 +638.9% | $523,300 +13.4% |
| 2017 | $742 -84.9% | $461,600 +3% |
| 2016 | $4,930 -3.2% | $448,200 +6.6% |
| 2015 | $5,093 -2.3% | $420,600 +6% |
| 2013 | $5,214 +8% | $396,800 +7.1% |
| 2012 | $4,830 -3.2% | $370,400 -5% |
| 2011 | $4,988 +6.5% | $390,000 -1.1% |
| 2010 | $4,684 +11.9% | $394,300 +0.1% |
| 2009 | $4,187 -1.7% | $393,900 +1.5% |
| 2008 | $4,259 -5.9% | $388,200 -5.7% |
| 2007 | $4,526 | $411,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: West Roxbury
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Lyndon K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Another Course To CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
- 6/10Kilmer K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.9 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02132
- West Roxbury
- 161 Perham St
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