Last Sold Price
3 beds1,860 sqft$704/sqft
23 Martinwood Rd, Boston, MA 02130

Description

Discover a remarkable single-family colonial home with captivating views of Arnold Arboretum Bussey Brook Meadow. Enjoy a unique "4 Seasons" sunroom on the second floor, boasting natural wood beams and radiant heat, offering a tropical oasis in Boston year-round. The adjacent updated bathroom features a Jacuzzi, separate shower, dual sinks, and radiant heat. Wide oak plank floors grace the open living and dining areas, warmed by a cozy pellet stove. Floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding doors lead...Discover a remarkable single-family colonial home with captivating views of Arnold Arboretum Bussey Brook Meadow. Enjoy a unique "4 Seasons" sunroom on the second floor, boasting natural wood beams and radiant heat, offering a tropical oasis in Boston year-round. The adjacent updated bathroom features a Jacuzzi, separate shower, dual sinks, and radiant heat. Wide oak plank floors grace the open living and dining areas, warmed by a cozy pellet stove. Floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding doors lead to a private deck overlooking the Arboretum. The renovated kitchen offers tile flooring, cherry cabinets, and soapstone counters. The lower level features a bonus family room, bathroom, and extra room ideal for an additional bedroom or au pair suite. Community amenities include a garden plot and easy T access. Experience serene living with urban convenience in this exceptional property. Please do not park on Martinwood - this private road does not allow public parking in front of house
LISTING CLOSED: 07/09/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Focus Team • Focus Real Estate
  2. Listed by Neathery Brenzel • Focus Real Estate

Property Details for 23 Martinwood Road

Status
MLS #
73254561
Days on Market
1
Taxes
$12,934 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1959
Town
Boston
Area
MA-Boston
Architectural Style
Colonial, Contemporary
Style
Front to Back Split, Colonial, Contemporary
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
2

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,315,000

Avg days on market

19

Sale-to-list ratio

105.0%

[Boston, MA]

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Focus Real Estate, Focus Team; Focus Real Estate, Neathery Brenzel

Sold By Compass, Jane Wemyss

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Building Information for 23 Martinwood Road

Stories-Year Built1959Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,301 SF

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$7,736 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,659

Property Taxes

$1,078

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 23 Martinwood Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1860.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Walk Out
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Sun Room
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Lot Description: Sloped
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Wall AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Green Energy Generation: Solar
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom4 Level: Basement
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Balcony / Deck
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Exterior Access
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Disclosures: Taxes do not reflect residential exemption. Martinwood is a private way,please do not park in front of other houses. Please find parking on alternate street or in the State Lab parking lot. Basement slider door is broken.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:19 P:02825 S:005,1353866
  • Assessments: $1,186,600
  • Book: 54702
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: R1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels: Front to Back Split
  • Heat Zones: 4
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 23 Martinwood Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 9, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73254561

$1,310,000
Jun 20, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73254561

Jun 20, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73254561

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/09/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73254561

$1,310,000
06/20/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73254561

06/20/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73254561

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 23 Martinwood Road

Taxable ValueLand$400,600Additions$792,000Total$1,192,600
Tax Record2025$13,810 ($1,151 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt1,860 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,860 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,301 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959Year Renovated2007ZoningR1CountySUFFOLKAPNJAMA W:19 P:02825 S:005

Schools near 23 Martinwood Road

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 7 to 12
Public - 7 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Boston Teachers Union School
PublicPK to 8

Margarita Muniz Academy
Public7 to 12

The English High School
Public7 to 12

Manning Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 23 Martinwood Road, Boston, MA 02130
$1,310,000
3
1,860
6,301
$855,000
3
1,531
13,141
$413,700
3
1,550
5,174
$1,420,000
4
2,150
5,165
$375,000
2
1.5
1,530
11,685
$1,385,000
4
2,304
4,880

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