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71 Townsend St, Boston, MA
99 Days on Boston Pads
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$1,099,999
2 Unit
5 Beds
3 Baths
3132 SQFT
0.11 Acre
71 Townsend St
Boston, MA 02119

Property Description

Presenting vacant and move-in ready, this stunning 2-family Victorian is a rare opportunity nestled in the highly desirable Historic Townsend Street District of Roxbury. Perfectly suited for both owner-occupants and savvy investors, the property blends timeless architectural character with thoughtful modern upgrades.Step inside to discover spacious, light-filled rooms with soaring ceilings throughout both units. Each residence offers generously sized bedrooms, in-unit laundry hookups, and updated gas heating systems. A newer roof, off-street parking, and a lush, private backyard add to the home’s appeal. The full basement features high ceilings and ample space, suitable for an additional dwelling unit and offering added value and flexibility. Located minutes from top institutions such as Northeastern University, BU Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston Latin Academy, BMC, and Longwood Medical and Academic Area.

Property Overview

Building Information

  • Total Units: 2
  • Total Floors: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Amenities: House of Worship, Park, Public School, Public Transportation, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out
  • Common Rooms: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Common Interior Features: Bathroom With Tub & Shower
  • Common Appliances: Dryer Hookup, Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
  • Common Heating: Active Solar, Electric Baseboard, Extra Flue, Gas, Heat Pump, Hot Water Radiators

Financial

  • APOD Available: No

Utilities

  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Electric Info: Circuit Breakers, Underground
  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows
  • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup, for Gas Dryer, for Gas Range
  • Water: City/Town Water, Individual Meter, On-Site, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Unit 1 Description

  • Under Lease: No
  • Floors: 1
  • Levels: 1

Unit 2 Description

  • Under Lease: No
  • Floors: 2
  • Levels: 2

Construction

  • Year Built: 1889
  • Construction Type: Aluminum, Frame
  • Foundation Info: Fieldstone
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Slate
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Wood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73440097
  • Last Updated: 01/12/26

Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
01/12/2026Back on Market$1,099,999$351MLSPIN
11/03/2025Temporarily Withdrawn$949,999$303MLSPIN
11/03/2025Temporarily Withdrawn$1,099,999$351MLSPIN
10/10/2025Active$949,999$303MLSPIN
10/06/2025New$949,999$303MLSPIN

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Map & Resources

Higginson Inclusion K0-2 School

Public Elementary School, Grades: PK-2

0.05mi

Ellis Elementary School

Public Elementary School, Grades: PK-6

0.15mi

Trotter Elementary School

Public Elementary School, Grades: PK-6

0.25mi

Abantwana Learning Center

Grades: PK-K

0.26mi

Higginson/Lewis K-8 School

Public Elementary School, Grades: 3-8

0.32mi

Goddard Learning Center

Grades: PK-K

0.33mi

Boston Latin Academy

Public Secondary School, Grades: 7-12

0.39mi

Roxbury Charter High School

Charter School

0.42mi

McDonald's

Burger (Fast Food)

0.38mi

Star Fish

Seafood (Fast Food)

0.42mi

Boston Police Department Bureau of Special Operations

Local Police

0.54mi

Boston Fire Department Engine 42

Fire Station

0.31mi

Boston Fire Department Engine 42

Fire Station

0.32mi

National Center of Afro-American Artists (NCAAA) Museum

Museum

0.13mi

Cass Pool

Swimming Pool. Sports: Swimming

0.23mi

Melnea A. Cass Recreational Complex

Sports Centre

0.23mi

Roxbury YMCA

Sports Centre

0.42mi

140 Highland St

Private Park

0.44mi

Horatio Harris Park

Municipal Park

0.03mi

Washington - Malcolm X Park

Municipal Park

0.19mi

Laviscount Park

Municipal Park

0.27mi

Franklin Park

Municipal Park

0.39mi

Cedar Square

Municipal Park

0.45mi

Highland Park

Municipal Park

0.46mi

Crawford St Playground

Playground

0.15mi

Connolly Playground

Playground

0.34mi

Humbolt Plaza

Recreation Ground

0.31mi

Boston Latin Academy Library

Library

0.35mi

Boston Public Library: Egleston Square Branch

Library

0.35mi

Walgreens

Pharmacy

0.29mi

Washington St opp Townsend St

42

0.18mi

Washington St @ Townsend St

42

0.18mi

Washington St opp Dimock St

42

0.19mi

Washington St @ Brinton St

42

0.19mi

Washington St @ Marcella St

42

0.2mi

Washington St @ Dimock St

42

0.21mi

Washington St @ ML King Blvd

42

0.24mi

Washington St @ Valentine St

42

0.24mi

Seller's Representative: Clayton Weston, Benjamin Douglas Realty Group LLC
MLS ID#: 73440097

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MLS PIN data last updated at 2026-01-12 11:05:00

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