Pending

$650,000

79 Goodenough St, Brighton, MA 02135

3beds

1,400sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1935

5,101 Square Feet Lot

$665,400 Zestimate^®

$464/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Oversized city backyardTree lined street neighborhood

One word to describe this home, OPPORTUNITY!!! Longtime family-owned home located in sought after Brighton, perfectly situated on a gorgeous tree lined street neighborhood.This charming single-family home is ready for its next chapter needing deferred maintenance throughout. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath property offers solid bones and endless potential for renovation, expansion, or customization. The walk up attic offers even more living space potential. The oversized city backyard is perfect for summer BBQ's or possible expansion on the existing house. Ideal opportunity for contractors, investors, or owner-occupants looking to build equity in a highly sought-after neighborhood. Excellent location, close to BU, Boston College, near public transportation, parks, restaurants, the Charles River and ALL Brighton has to offer. Truly a must see!!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
Level: Second
Area: 150
Dimensions: 15 x 10

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Attic Access, Cable Hookup
Level: Second
Area: 143
Dimensions: 11 x 13

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
Level: Second
Area: 99
Dimensions: 9 x 11

Primary bathroom

Features: No

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Level: Second
Area: 56
Dimensions: 8 x 7

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First
Area: 20
Dimensions: 5 x 4

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First
Area: 169
Dimensions: 13 x 13

Family room

Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access
Level: First
Area: 252
Dimensions: 18 x 14

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Laminate, Dining Area, Gas Stove
Level: First
Area: 180
Dimensions: 12 x 15

Living room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
Level: First
Area: 240
Dimensions: 15 x 16

Heating

Hot Water, Natural Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement

Features

Walk-up Attic
Flooring: Tile, Concrete, Laminate, Hardwood
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,400
Total interior livable area: 1,400 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,400
Finished area below ground: 0

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Parking

Total spaces: 5
Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, On Street, Paved
Garage spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 4

Features

Patio & porch: Porch
Exterior features: Porch, Rain Gutters

Lot

Size: 5,101 Square Feet
Features: Cleared, Level

Details

Foundation area: 0
Parcel number: 1214887
Zoning: RE

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Foundation: Block, Stone, Granite
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1935

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Brighton

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $464/sqft
Tax assessed value: $781,700
Annual tax amount: $5,380
Date on market: 6/2/2026
Listing terms: Contract
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$665,400

$632,000 - $699,000

$2,702/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/17/2026	Pending sale	$650,000$464/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73527564 Report a problem
6/9/2026	Contingent	$650,000$464/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73527564 Report a problem
6/1/2026	Listed for sale	$650,000$464/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73527564 Report a problem
1/10/2018	Listing removed	$1,800$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
11/24/2017	Listed for rent	$1,800$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$8,539 +18.2%	$737,400 +11.3%
2024	$7,225 +4.5%	$662,800 +3%
2023	$6,911 +8.6%	$643,500 +10%
2022	$6,365 +11.4%	$585,000 +9.3%
2021	$5,713 +18.4%	$535,400 +17.1%
2020	$4,827 +5.1%	$457,100 +4.9%
2019	$4,591 +6.6%	$435,600 +6%
2018	$4,307 +706.2%	$411,000 +5.1%
2017	$534 -87%	$391,200 +5%
2016	$4,099 -10.2%	$372,600 -1.1%
2015	$4,564 +8.5%	$376,900 +17.8%
2013	$4,205 +4.9%	$320,000 +4.1%
2012	$4,010 +2%	$307,500
2011	$3,933 +6.4%	$307,500 -1.1%
2010	$3,695 +3.1%	$311,000 -7.8%
2009	$3,585 -4.6%	$337,300 -1.5%
2008	$3,757 -0.7%	$342,500 -0.6%
2007	$3,785	$344,400

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