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Sold for $840,000
  • $840,000

    42 Brucewood St, West Roxbury, MA 02132

    3beds
    1,250sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1924
    5,000 Square Feet Lot
    $873,700 Zestimate®
    $672/sqft
    $3,578 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $873,700

    $830,000 - $917,000

    $3,578/mo

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    What's special

    Attached garden shedSun filled open kitchenAwning covered brick patioSide brick walkwayHardwood floors throughoutFront entry foyerEves storage
    LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Come see this well-maintained home situated in a desirable neighborhood of West Roxbury and across from Hynes Field. This 1-1/2 story bungalow with hardwood floors throughout is full of New England charm and modern finishes, offering 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The first floor offers a sun filled open kitchen that flows nicely into the living area, with a bedroom, bathroom, fire placed living room, front entry foyer, and pantry for storage. The upstairs features two bedrooms, a bathroom with storage, closet in hall landing, and eves storage. Open the sliding door off of the kitchen to a tranquil back yard with an awning covered brick patio, a side brick walkway and an attached garden shed. The walkout basement is clean and bright, linking to the driveway, and featuring a laundry area, workshop, and plenty of storage space. A Tele-Cab elevator offers discrete accessibility between the basement and first floor. Walk to the shops and restaurants in West Roxbury, Chestnut Hill, and multiple bus routes. Close to the commuter rail. This beautiful home is a must see!!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Leigh Gilmore 617-921-8441,

    Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC 617-323-7330,

    Karen Gilmore 617-620-1555

    Bought with:

    Karen Gilmore

    Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73566796

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: No
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Natural Gas, Other
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
    Features
    • Elevator, Other
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,250
    • Total interior livable area: 1,250 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,250
    • Finished area below ground: 900

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Paved Drive
    • Uncovered spaces: 3
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 5,000 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: W:20 P:07183 S:000,1428680
    • Zoning: R1

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Bungalow
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick, Stone
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Brick/Mortar
    Condition
    • Year built: 1924

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: West Roxbury

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $672/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $575,600
    • Annual tax amount: $6,665
    • Date on market: 9/27/2026

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/16/2026Sold$840,000-4.1%$672/sqft
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    9/30/2026Pending sale$875,500$700/sqft
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    9/16/2026Contingent$875,500$700/sqft
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    9/8/2026Listed for sale$875,500+207.2%$700/sqft
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    6/11/2023Listing removed--
    Source: MLS PIN #73115731 Report a problem
    5/24/2023Listed for rent$3,500$3/sqft
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    10/5/2022Listing removed--
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    9/22/2022Listed for rent$3,500$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium #73039920 Report a problem
    10/19/2001Sold$285,000$228/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,665 +6.3%$575,600 +0.1%
    2024$6,270 +7.6%$575,200 +6%
    2023$5,826 +8.6%$542,500 +10%
    2022$5,366 +6%$493,200 +4%
    2021$5,060 +19.7%$474,200 +18.4%
    2020$4,228 +7.2%$400,400 +7%
    2019$3,943 +4.6%$374,100 +4%
    2018$3,770 +787.5%$359,700 +1%
    2017$425 -88.4%$356,100 +7%
    2016$3,661 -3.8%$332,800 +5.9%
    2015$3,807 -2.3%$314,400 +6%
    2013$3,897 +9.2%$296,600 +8.4%
    2012$3,569 +1.9%$273,700
    2011$3,501 +6.6%$273,700 -1%
    2010$3,284 +10.2%$276,400 -1.4%
    2009$2,981 -3.6%$280,400 -0.5%
    2008$3,092 -10.5%$281,900 -10.3%
    2007$3,455 $314,400
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    Neighborhood: West Roxbury

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