This lovely Victorian circa 1890's. is set among other antique homes and painted ladies in Hyde Park's Historic and conveniently located Central Square. This home offers 7+ rooms, bright sunny Modern kitchen w/farmers sink, walk in pantry, and cozy alcove for intimate meals. A large formal dining room opens to the first of two Living rooms. giving you flexible space options. The second living room off the main hallway features a fireplace and bow windows. Second floor primary ensuite has fabulous, oversized bath, walk in shower and claw tub plus multi closets and lots of storage. Next bedroom has a large walk-in closet. A third bedroom, a washer/dryer and a brand new 2nd bath on this level. The front porch ideal for morning coffee or evening cocktails and the large rear deck ideal for great family time. UPDATES: roof, plumbing, electrical, insulation, kitchen, baths and painting inside and outside. Large fence-in yard and driveway to accommodate 3 Cars. DELEADED PAPERWORK ATTACHED
Sold for $782,500
$782,500
79 Harvard Ave, Hyde Park, MA 02136
3beds
2,288sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
7,737 Square Feet Lot
$861,400 Zestimate®
$342/sqft
$5,102 Estimated rent
Home value
$861,400
$818,000 - $913,000
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Walk in pantryBright sunny modern kitchenWalk in showerPrimary ensuiteClaw tubLarge fence-in yardLarge rear deck
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Listed by:
Judy McNulty 617-963-4947,
Insight Realty Group, Inc. 617-361-6400
Bought with:
The Mary Scimemi Team
Leading Edge Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73135162
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Washer Hookup
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Vestibule
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Peninsula
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan, Vestibule
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,288
- Total interior livable area: 2,288 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof, Screens, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,737 Square Feet
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: W:18 P:08930 S:000,1339355
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian,Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Central Square
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hyde Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $342/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $562,700
- Annual tax amount: $6,043
- Date on market: 12/18/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2023 | Sold | $782,500-5.2%$342/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73135162 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2023 | Contingent | $825,000$361/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73135162 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2023 | Price change | $825,000-5.7%$361/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73135162 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $875,000+139%$382/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73135162 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2018 | Listing removed | $2,500$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 6/28/2017 | Sold | $366,049+22.8%$160/sqft |
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| 5/5/2017 | Listed for sale | $298,000+16.2%$130/sqft |
Source: Real Home Services and Solutions, Inc. #72159384 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2014 | Sold | $256,535-3.2%$112/sqft |
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| 1/31/2002 | Sold | $265,000$116/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,638 +31.6% | $745,900 +23.8% |
| 2024 | $6,565 +8.6% | $602,300 +7% |
| 2023 | $6,043 +8.6% | $562,700 +10% |
| 2022 | $5,565 +12.6% | $511,500 +10.4% |
| 2021 | $4,944 +9.7% | $463,400 +8.6% |
| 2020 | $4,505 +7.3% | $426,600 +7.1% |
| 2019 | $4,200 +2.5% | $398,500 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,096 +304% | $390,800 +6% |
| 2017 | $1,014 -75% | $368,700 |
| 2016 | $4,056 +11% | $368,700 +22.2% |
| 2015 | $3,654 -3.2% | $301,700 +5% |
| 2013 | $3,775 -0.4% | $287,300 -1.2% |
| 2012 | $3,792 +2% | $290,800 |
| 2011 | $3,719 +6.6% | $290,800 -1% |
| 2010 | $3,489 -0.4% | $293,700 -10.9% |
| 2009 | $3,504 -7.6% | $329,600 -4.7% |
| 2008 | $3,793 -6% | $345,800 -5.8% |
| 2007 | $4,036 | $367,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Channing Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10New Mission High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Another Course To CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Exam
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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