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98 Babson St, Boston, MA

Boston · MA 02126

$620,000
Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
2502
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1900
Lot size: 5,844 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $271 / Sq.Ft
Parking: No Parking
Heating & cooling: Heat, AC

About this home

Welcome to this spacious Mansard Colonial?one of the largest homes in Mattapan?s diverse, family-friendly neighborhood! Built in 1900, this grand Boston residence blends historic charm with incredible potential. With 2,502 square feet of living space, it offers four generous bedrooms (with the flexibility to create a fifth), a large walk-in master closet, and two full bathrooms?one already customized for a steam shower hookup. The home also includes a full unfinished basement, ideal for storage or future customization. Outside, enjoy a huge backyard?perfect for gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing outdoors. Set on a 5,844-square-foot lot, the property is conveniently located within walking distance of the scenic Neponset Greenway Trail and close to everything Mattapan has to offer. While the house needs updating, it provides a rare opportunity to create your dream home while building significant equity. Don?t miss your chance to enjoy a true Boston classic!

Neighborhood & Transit

Mattapan

98 Babson St, Boston · MA 02126

Nearby transit

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

  • Blue Hill Avenue Commuter Rail 3 routes 0.22 mi
    • Fairmount Line
    • Franklin/Foxboro Line
    • Providence/Stoughton Line
  • Mattapan Mattapan 0.33 mi
  • Capen Street Mattapan 0.41 mi

Price Insight

Days on Market:
303 days
Listing Price:
$679,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$271
Tax Assessment:
$722,100 in 2025
Taxes:
$697 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
0
Living Area
2,502 Sq.Ft
Kitchen
Main Floor, Flooring - Laminate, Main Level, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
10
Above grade area
2502
Flooring
Wood, Hardwood
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Forced Air
Heating Zone
2
Cooling
Individual
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
110 Volts

Exterior Features

Lot Size
5,844 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Corner Lot, Paved Drive
Exterior Features
Unknown

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
None, Tandem

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Vinyl
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Slate

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
Ceiling - Cathedral, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Main Level
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room features
Ceiling - Cathedral, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Main Level
Family room level
First Floor
Family room features
Ceiling - Cathedral, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Main Level
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 features
Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 features
Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 4 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 features
Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Listing information

Listing agent
David Adams
Listing office
Olde Towne Real Estate Co.
MLS PIN #
73436085
Disclosure
Property sold in as is condition.