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48 Kenwood St, Boston, MA

Boston · MA 02124

$955,000
Sold Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
2096
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1900
Lot size: 6,260 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $453 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 2 Garage Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, Window AC

Sale summary

Days on market
40 days
Sold price
$955,000
Asking price
$949,900
Above asking
$5,100 (0.5%)
Sold price / sq ft
$456
Tax assessment
$780,200 in 2025
Taxes
$753 / Monthly

About this home

Situated on a generous 6,260 sq ft. lot in the Melville neighborhood, this captivating Shingle-Style Colonial home features Arts and Crafts architectural details that seamlessly blend thoughtful design with timeless charm. Set on a picturesque tree-lined street, featuring 4 BRs and 2 BAs, including a spacious primary BR on the 2nd floor, complete with custom-built-ins.The updated KIT is a culinary dream. The inviting front and enclosed rear porch offer ideal spots for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The 3rd floor features 2 additional heated rooms, which are staged as BRs. Further highlights of the home include a convenient 2-car garage with addl storage and a newer roof (2021). Experience the original woodwork and period details, appreciating the warmth of the house that respects its history while easily adapting to modern living. Located in one of Dorchester?s sought-after neighborhoods, mins. to the Shawmut T. Schedule your private tour today! Open House SAT & SUN 11:30-1:30

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
0
Living Area
2,096 Sq.Ft
Broker Disclosure about Living Area
Two of the rooms staged as bedrooms don't have closets.
Kitchen
Main Floor, Gas Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Main Level, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Dishwasher, Range, Vent Hood, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Custom Built Closet/Cabinets, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
10
Above grade area
2096
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard, Steam, Unit Control
Heating Zone
1
Cooling
Window AC
Cooling Zones
0
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
6,260 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Paved Drive, Fenced/Enclosed
Exterior Features
Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard

Parking

Garage Parking
2 Parking Spaces, Detached, Storage
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street, Tandem

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Shingles, Wood
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Room details

Living room level
First Floor
Living room features
Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Main Level, Crown Molding
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room features
Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Main Level, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 features
Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 features
Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 features
Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 1 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead, Pedestal Sink
Bathroom 2 level
Third Floor
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead, Pedestal Sink, Soaking Tub

Listing information

Listing agent
Karen Morgan
Listing office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
MLS PIN #
73405286
Disclosure
There are 2 rooms on the 3rd floor that are staged as bedrooms which the City of Boston dosen't count as bedrooms in public records. 2.The seller experienced water in the basement about 10 years ago which was fixed. Since then, he hasn't had any water in the basement.
Disclosure
Two of the rooms staged as bedrooms don't have closets.

Neighborhood & Transit

Dorchester

48 Kenwood St, Boston · MA 02124

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

  • Shawmut Red 0.20 mi
  • Talbot Avenue Commuter Rail 3 routes 0.44 mi
    • Fairmount Line
    • Franklin/Foxboro Line
    • Providence/Stoughton Line