This rare park-side gem is nestled in coveted Peters Hill beside the Arnold Arboretum, one of Boston’s most sought-after settings for blending exceptional outdoor living with urban convenience. Rich architectural character pairs seamlessly with modern updates, creating a turnkey home with timeless appeal. Features include light-filled living spaces with excellent flow and peaceful views, 3 bedrooms plus a dedicated office, 1.5 baths, hardwood floors and AC throughout. The renovated kitchen is appointed with soapstone counters, a farmhouse sink, and custom cabinetry. French doors open to an expansive, fully fenced flat yard with professional landscaping, a mahogany deck, and bluestone patio—an ideal extension of the living space for everyday enjoyment. A full basement for storage, plus a walk-up attic with expansion potential, complement an exceptional lifestyle offering in this hidden gem neighborhood moments from shops, restaurants, and commuter rail access to downtown Boston.
Sold for $1,250,000
$1,250,000
8 Mendum St, Roslindale, MA 02131
3beds
1,425sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
5,700 Square Feet Lot
$1,172,900 Zestimate®
$877/sqft
$4,351 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,172,900
$1.11M - $1.23M
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Modern updatesMahogany deckRich architectural characterBluestone patioHardwood floorsRenovated kitchenPeaceful views
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Listed by:
Steven Cohen Team 617-861-3636,
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay 617-542-0012,
Nicole Spencer 978-771-4764
Bought with:
Coleman Group
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73525937
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil, Ductless
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Features
- Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,425
- Total interior livable area: 1,425 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,425
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
Lot
- Size: 5,700 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: W:20 P:05340 S:010,4518624
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Roslindale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $877/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $926,000
- Annual tax amount: $11,482
- Date on market: 7/3/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Sold | $1,250,000+25.6%$877/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Pending sale | $995,000$698/sqft |
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| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $995,000+15.7%$698/sqft |
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| 8/26/2019 | Sold | $860,000+1.3%$604/sqft |
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| 7/24/2019 | Pending sale | $849,000$596/sqft |
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| 7/17/2019 | Listed for sale | $849,000+34.5%$596/sqft |
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| 11/30/2015 | Sold | $631,000+47.4%$443/sqft |
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| 12/1/2003 | Sold | $428,000$300/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,723 +9.6% | $926,000 +3.2% |
| 2024 | $9,781 +1.5% | $897,300 |
| 2023 | $9,637 +10.6% | $897,300 +12% |
| 2022 | $8,716 +3.4% | $801,100 +1.4% |
| 2021 | $8,431 +23.4% | $790,200 +22.1% |
| 2020 | $6,834 +8.2% | $647,200 +8% |
| 2019 | $6,317 +8.6% | $599,300 +8% |
| 2018 | $5,817 +625.2% | $555,100 |
| 2017 | $802 -84.5% | $555,100 +18.1% |
| 2016 | $5,170 +7.1% | $470,000 +17.9% |
| 2015 | $4,826 +5.9% | $398,500 +10% |
| 2014 | $4,556 +4.8% | $362,200 +9.5% |
| 2013 | $4,347 +7.9% | $330,800 +7.1% |
| 2012 | $4,028 -1.1% | $308,900 -3% |
| 2011 | $4,074 +6.6% | $318,500 -1% |
| 2010 | $3,822 +6% | $321,700 -5.2% |
| 2009 | $3,607 -4.7% | $339,300 -1.7% |
| 2008 | $3,786 -1.5% | $345,100 -1.3% |
| 2007 | $3,843 | $349,700 |
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Neighborhood: Roslindale
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- 4/10Sumner Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
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