Bring this multi-story gem back to life! This spacious two-unit property offers incredible potential with solid bones and a flexible layout. Whether you’re looking to live in one unit while generating rental income from the other, or searching for a blank canvas to restore and modernize - well this is your opportunity. Located in a convenient residential neighborhood with easy access to major roadways, this home features generously sized rooms, great storage, and original charm throughout. Property will not qualify for conventional financing. Cash or rehab loan ONLY. A true GEM for the right owner ready to take on a full renovation project and restore this home and make an impact.
Sold for $770,500
$770,500
78 Howland St, Boston, MA 02121
6beds
3,865sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$778,500 Zestimate®
$199/sqft
$3,939 Estimated rent
Home value
$778,500
$708,000 - $856,000
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Listed by:
Maureen Hunte,
The Hunte Group REALTORS® 617-694-9760
Bought with:
Renato Ilia
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73355424
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,865
- Total interior livable area: 3,865 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,865
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Lot
- Size: 8,100 sqft
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 1309676
- Zoning: R2
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Highway Access, House of Worship
Location
- Region: Boston
HOA & financial
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2025 | Sold | $770,500+4.8%$199/sqft |
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| 9/7/2023 | Sold | $735,000+2.1%$190/sqft |
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| 5/16/2023 | Listing removed | $719,900$186/sqft |
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| 4/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $719,900$186/sqft |
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| 3/24/2023 | Listing removed | $719,900$186/sqft |
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| 8/1/2022 | Contingent | $719,900$186/sqft |
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| 7/21/2022 | Listed for sale | $719,900$186/sqft |
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| 6/3/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/17/2022 | Contingent | $719,900$186/sqft |
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| 1/10/2022 | Listed for sale | $719,900$186/sqft |
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| 3/4/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/4/2021 | Listed for sale | $719,900+13.5%$186/sqft |
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| 9/3/2010 | Sold | $634,526+4%$164/sqft |
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| 9/24/2008 | Listing removed | $610,000$158/sqft |
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| 7/25/2008 | Listed for sale | $610,000+10.9%$158/sqft |
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| 6/30/2006 | Sold | $550,000+69.2%$142/sqft |
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| 10/27/1999 | Sold | $325,000$84/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,769 +16.1% | $843,600 +9.3% |
| 2024 | $8,415 +8.6% | $772,000 +7% |
| 2023 | $7,751 +8.6% | $721,700 +10% |
| 2022 | $7,138 +9.1% | $656,100 +7% |
| 2021 | $6,543 +9.8% | $613,200 +8.7% |
| 2020 | $5,958 +7.2% | $564,200 +7% |
| 2019 | $5,559 +8.6% | $527,400 +8% |
| 2018 | $5,118 +317.9% | $488,400 +4% |
| 2017 | $1,225 -75% | $469,500 +5.4% |
| 2016 | $4,898 +13.1% | $445,300 +24.5% |
| 2015 | $4,331 | $357,600 |
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Neighborhood: Roxbury
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Trotter Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Boston Latin AcademyGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10David A. Ellis Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02121
- Roxbury
- 78 Howland St
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