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Sold for $1,089,000
  • $1,089,000

    20 W Cottage St, Boston, MA 02125

    5beds
    3,132sqft
    Multi Family
    Built in 1920
    -- sqft lot
    $1,108,300 Zestimate®
    $348/sqft
    $3,656 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,108,300

    $1.01M - $1.22M

    $3,656/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    If you have been looking for a house with character and the wow factor; then look no further! Owner occupants and investors alike will find that this house really checks all the boxes. This property is split between a large 4 bed 3 full bath unit that spans across 3 levels of living, and a 1 bed 1 bath garden level unit that is always in high rental demand. Both units have been tastefully updated with modern amenities including smart home features, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, tiled bathrooms, new windows and 4 bedrooms large enough to fit king sized beds. Lets not forget about the 400sqft back deck or private fenced back yard. Curious about the location? This house is centrally located to well know Boston amenities such as 1.4 miles to the beach, 1.2 miles to Boston Medical Center, 1.4 miles to South Bay Mall and 5 blocks to the MBTA Commuter rail.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Xaviera Renrick 857-221-0352,

    Forever Young Realty 857-221-0352

    Bought with:

    Kathleen Hughto

    Rutledge Properties

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73328724

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Ductless
    Cooling
    • Ductless
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
    • Laundry: Washer & Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom with Shower Stall, Bathroom With Tub, Open Floorplan, Smart Thermostat, Remodeled, Lead Certification Available, Living Room, Kitchen, Living RM/Dining RM Combo
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,132
    • Total interior livable area: 3,132 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,132

    Property

    Features
    • Exterior features: Balcony/Deck
    • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
    Lot
    • Size: 2,000 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: W:13 P:00006 S:000,1296205
    • Zoning: R2

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: MultiFamily
    • Property subtype: Multi Family
    Materials
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Rubber
    Condition
    • Year built: 1920

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Individually Metered
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Varies per Unit

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Boston

    HOA & financial

    Other financial information
    • Total actual rent: 6377

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/14/2025Sold$1,089,000-1%$348/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73328724 Report a problem
    1/28/2025Contingent$1,100,000$351/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73328724 Report a problem
    1/23/2025Listed for sale$1,100,000+115811.5%$351/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73328724 Report a problem
    1/21/2011Sold$949-99.5%
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/4/2010Sold$202,000+7.4%$64/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/26/2009Listing removed$188,100$60/sqft
    Source: Kieran Brosnan #70970163 Report a problem
    9/6/2009Listed for sale$188,100+21.1%$60/sqft
    Source: Kieran Brosnan #70970163 Report a problem
    5/19/2009Sold$155,347-31%$50/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/6/2008Listing removed$225,000$72/sqft
    Source: MLS Property Information Network #70794142 Report a problem
    8/28/2008Price change$225,000-10%$72/sqft
    Source: MLS Property Information Network #70794142 Report a problem
    7/19/2008Listed for sale$250,000-52.8%$80/sqft
    Source: MLS Property Information Network #70794142 Report a problem
    5/2/2005Sold$530,000+23.3%$169/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/19/2003Sold$430,000+667.9%$137/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    11/16/1998Sold$56,000$18/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$11,104 +13.1%$958,900 +6.4%
    2024$9,819 +8.6%$900,800 +7%
    2023$9,041 +10.5%$841,800 +12%
    2022$8,181 +9.1%$751,900 +7%
    2021$7,498 +39.7%$702,700 +38.3%
    2020$5,367 +15.2%$508,200 +15%
    2019$4,659 +10.6%$442,000 +10%
    2018$4,211 +623.1%$401,800 +3%
    2017$582 -86.4%$390,100
    2016$4,291 +0.6%$390,100 +10.7%
    2015$4,266 $352,300

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    Neighborhood: Roxbury

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