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    87 Selwyn St, Roslindale, MA 02131

    5beds
    2,323sqft
    Multi Family
    Built in 1910
    -- sqft lot
    $1,012,400 Zestimate®
    $430/sqft
    $1,919 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,012,400

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    What's special

    Front porchRear deckRear porchesEnclosed porchOpen layoutModern kitchenDining room
    87 Selwyn Street is a rare Philadelphia-style 2-family in a coveted Roslindale location situated near the serenity of the Arnold Arboretum, Roslindale Urban Wilds & the eclectic bustle of Roslindale Village! The front porch welcomes you into the private entrances for each unit! Both units will be vacant @ closing, and the home will appeal to owner-occupants, developers to convert to condos, or an investor/1031 exchange! Unit #1 offers a nice open layout with 5 rooms, 2 bedrooms (on two levels), living room, dining room, and large eat-in kitchen with a full bath & enclosed porch with access to the rear deck! Unit #2 is a sunny 3-bedroom, one-bathroom duplex with a modern kitchen with granite counters & stainless steel appliances. Rear porches overlook the level garden & 3 car off-street parking! Perfect for extended family or multi-generational living! Just steps to the Arboretum, the Village's fine shops & restaurants, the commuter train to Boston & near Longwood Medical!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Michael McGuire 617-839-8944,

    Insight Realty Group, Inc. 617-323-2300,

    Trudy McGuire 617-438-9022

    Bought with:

    Kyle Walker

    RE/MAX Vantage

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73388434

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Features
    • Flooring: Wood, Tile
    • Basement: Full
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,323
    • Total interior livable area: 2,323 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,323

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
    • Uncovered spaces: 3
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Enclosed, Deck
    • Frontage length: 50.00
    Lot
    • Size: 6,000 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1387434
    • Zoning: 2F-5000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: MultiFamily
    • Property subtype: Multi Family
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1910

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
    Location
    • Region: Roslindale

    HOA & financial

    Other financial information
    • Total actual rent: 0

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/31/2025Sold$1,000,000+0.5%$430/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73388434 Report a problem
    6/10/2025Listed for sale$995,000+190.9%$428/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73388434 Report a problem
    8/27/2015Listing removed$1,500$1/sqft
    Source: Discover Properties Report a problem
    8/23/2015Listed for rent$1,500+15.4%$1/sqft
    Source: Discover Properties Report a problem
    4/8/2014Listing removed$1,300$1/sqft
    Source: Discover Properties Report a problem
    4/6/2014Listed for rent$1,300$1/sqft
    Source: Discover Properties Report a problem
    3/28/2001Sold$342,000$147/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$8,941 +13.7%$772,100 +7%
    2024$7,864 +1.5%$721,500
    2023$7,749 +7.7%$721,500 +9.1%
    2022$7,198 +7%$661,600 +5%
    2021$6,724 +7.6%$630,200 +6.5%
    2020$6,248 +2.2%$591,700 +2.1%
    2019$6,111 +7.6%$579,800 +7%
    2018$5,679 +530.4%$541,900 +3%
    2017$901 -83.8%$526,200 +4%
    2016$5,565 -0.1%$505,900 +9.9%
    2015$5,573 +13.4%$460,200 +17.8%
    2014$4,915 -4.3%$390,700
    2013$5,134 +1.4%$390,700 +0.7%
    2012$5,061 +2%$388,100
    2011$4,964 +6.6%$388,100 -1%
    2010$4,657 +5.1%$392,000 -6%
    2009$4,431 -9.1%$416,800 -6.3%
    2008$4,877 -2.6%$444,600 -2.4%
    2007$5,007 $455,600

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    Neighborhood: Roslindale

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