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$905,000
● House - Off Market

5 Malcolm Rd

Boston, MA 02130
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,374 Ft²
$952,889
RealtyHop Estimate
3.01%
Since Apr 1, 2023
MA-Boston
Primary Model

About This Property

Coveted Moss Hill by the Arboretum! One of Boston's most beloved neighborhoods is JP's Moss Hill. A stunning promontory with seasonal views of downtown Boston, just across Centre Street from the Arnold Arboretum and a short walk to the Orange Line along the Emerald Necklace. This house has just undergone an elegant refresh with new kitchen counters, cabinet doors and floors, a new mudroom, fresh paint, lighting, ceiling fan on the side porch and a rear patio / driveway space. A charming colonial style with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, formal dining room and large living room with window seat. A real charmer! The basement is clean and tidy and could become a nice family room.
Unit Size
1,374 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.11 acres
Price per sqft
$673
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$581
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1920

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Last updated: 4 months ago (MLSPIN #73047163)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Nov 24, 2025 Sold
Sold
Oct 23, 2025 In contract -
In contract
Oct 9, 2025 Price Decreased $924,900
↓ $24K (2.5%)
Price Decreased
Sep 16, 2025 Price Decreased $949,000
↓ $101K (9.6%)
Price Decreased
Sep 9, 2025 Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley $1,050,000
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
Brokers open house canceled. Ideally located stately Colonial home nestled in the heart of JP's Moss Hill neighborhood, offering breathtaking seasonal city views! This ideally located home boasts stunning details throughout, including hardwood flooring and beautiful fireplaces. Updates include sleek new kitchen finishes, brand new stainless steel appliances, a cozy mudroom, crisp new paint and a beautifully landscaped patio. The spacious living room features bay windows, a seating area, and access to a charming porch, while the formal dining room has built-in cabinetry and French doors. Generous-sized bedrooms are filled with natural light, and the bathrooms have been updated. The lower level offers a spacious area with bathroom and laundry facilities, perfect for family room use or play area. Additional features include a 2-car garage with loft storage, a new mudroom, updated paint and lighting.
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Property Highlights

Garage
Parking Available
With View
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1920
  • Effective Year Built: 1970
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 7
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 5
  • Exterior Walls Type: 19
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 8
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 2
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 7
  • Parking Space Count: 4
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4,687
  • Total Building Area: 1,374
  • Gross Building Area: 2,230
  • Building Area: 1,374
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 10
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,374
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000108
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 101

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Boston School District
  • Census Tract: 120105

Zoning

  • Zoning: R1

Geography

  • Parcel: JAMA W:19 P:02759 S:000
  • Municipality: BOSTON-JAMAICA PLAIN
  • Latitude: 42.3031
  • Longitude: -71.1304

    Address

  • Full Address: 5 Malcolm Rd
  • Address - House Number: 5
  • Address - Street Name: Malcolm
  • Address - Suffix Type: Rd
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Jamaica Plain
  • Carrier Code: C028
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 3426
  • Zip Code: 02130

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $764,200

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1839
  • Valuation Date: Feb 07, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 75
  • Final Value: 865,099
  • High Value: 1,024,229
  • Low Value: 705,970

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $711,500
  • Assessed Land Value: $263,100
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $448,400

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Mar 16, 2023
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Mar 16, 2023
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: O
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 15514
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Dec 14, 2021
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Dec 10, 2021
  • Previous Sale Amount: $849,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: O

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: ADJ
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 5 Malcolm Road built and last sold?
The property at 5 Malcolm Road was built in 1920 and last sold on Mar 16, 2023 for $905,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 5 Malcolm Road is $965,949.
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