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About this property
Welcome to this stunning two-family Victorian, a rare opportunity nestled in the highly desirable Historic Townsend Street District of Roxbury. Both spacious units feature abundant natural light, soaring ceilings, generously sized bedrooms, and in-unit laundry hookups. The property also features off-street parking, a garage, and a lush private backyard, creating valuable outdoor space that is increasingly hard to find in the area.The full basement, with its impressive ceiling height and generous footprint, provides significant additional potential. Subject to zoning, permitting, and applicable building requirements, the space may offer an opportunity for an additional dwelling unit (ADU) or other expansion possibilities.Ideally located just minutes from Northeastern University, Boston University Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston Latin Academy, Boston Medical Center, and the Longwood Medical and Academic Area, this property offers convenient access to some of Boston’s most prominent educational, medical, and employment centers.
Property details
| Units | 2 |
| Living area | 3,132 sqft |
| Lot size | 4,961 sqft |
| Year built | 1889 |
| Price / sqft | $345 |
| County | Suffolk |
| MLS # | 73542876 |
Listing status
| Days on market | 97 days |
| Listed on | June 28, 2026 |
Taxes & financials
| Annual property tax | $10,027 |
| Tax year | 2025 |
| Assessed value | $865,900 |
| Zoning | R2 |
| Total actual rent | $0/mo |
Building & lot
| Stories | 3 |
| Total rooms | 14 |
| Lot size | 0.11 acres |
| Garage spaces | 2 |
| Parking spaces | 7 |
| Parking | Paved Drive, Shared Driveway |
| Basement | Walk-Out Access |
| Foundation | Stone |
| Roof | Slate |
| Construction | Frame |
| Flooring | Wood, Hardwood |
Utilities & systems
| Heating | Natural Gas, Hot Water |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public, Individual Meter |
| Utilities | for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup |
| Appliances | Range, Refrigerator |
Location
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Questions & answers
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How many units does 71 Townsend St, Boston MA 02119 have?
It is a 2-unit multi-family property with 3,132 sqft of living area, built in 1889.
How long has 71 Townsend St, Boston MA 02119 been on the market?
71 Townsend St, Boston MA 02119 has been listed for 97 days (since June 28, 2026).
What is the price per unit?
At a list price of $1,080,000 across 2 units, that works out to roughly $540,000 per unit.
What are the property taxes on 71 Townsend St, Boston MA 02119?
Annual property taxes are $10,027 (2025), on an assessed value of $865,900.
What is the price per square foot?
At $1,080,000 for 3,132 sqft, that's about $345 per square foot.
Is there parking?
2 garage spaces and 7 total parking spaces (paved drive, shared driveway).
Where is this property located?
71 Townsend St, Boston MA 02119 is in Boston, Suffolk County, MA 02119.
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