Active Under Contract
19 Days on market
71 Temple St Boston — Photo 1 of 20
$625,000
71 Temple St, Boston, MA 02132
Boston, MA 02132 — West Roxbury
Beds
3
Baths
2
SqFt
1,540
Style
Single Family
Built
1940
A charming bungalow in convenient West Roxbury location. Featuring an inviting living room which flows into the dining room and kitchen. The step-down family room opens out thru a sliding door to the large, level back yard. The home also features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a bonus lower level with laundry and plenty of storage. With over 1,500 square feet of living space and a newer roof, this home has a lot of potential to be updated and expanded and lives much larger than it looks!
Market Value Analysis
This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →This Property$406/sqft
Local Avg (Boston)$504/sqft
19% BelowMarket Average
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Original Price$625,000
Annual Taxes$7,847
Parking
Garage0
Off-Street0
Interior Specifications
Total Rooms7
FireplacesNone
FlooringTile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
BasementFull, Partially Finished, Interior Entry
Climate & Utilities
HeatingBaseboard
CoolingNone
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Building & Exterior
ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ZoningR1
Property & Lot
Acres0.16
SqFt Lot6,875
Lot FeaturesSloped
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Medical Facility • Highway Access • Private School • Public School
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenFamily RoomMaster BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 1Bathroom 2
Living Room
Lvl First12 x 16
Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room
Lvl First10 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen
Lvl First16 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood
Family Room
Lvl First12 x 16
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Master Bedroom
Lvl First12 x 14
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2
Lvl First12 x 11
Bedroom 3
Lvl First11 x 11
Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom 1
Lvl FirstBathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 2
Lvl FirstBathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Population
26,444
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$139K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
29.9%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Suffolk County
2,527 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+37% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,269 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 770 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,540 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 6,875 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Provided By
Listing Agent: The Madden David Real Estate Group
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
MLS® Number: 73563874
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