Offers due Tuesday 11/17 by 4:00 pm. Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity on Peters Hill, right at the Mendum Street gate to the world-famous Arnold Arboretum. Enjoy living in this turnkey home just steps from the pastoral serenity of "The Arb" and the eclectic bustle of Roslindale Village! Thoughtfully and thoroughly renovated in 2012, this custom-built Colonial offers a stunning open floor plan, gorgeous kitchen with generous island and ingenious storage options, double picture moldings throughout, and highest-quality materials and finishes everywhere. The welcoming living room leads to a sunroom and classic sleeping porch for year-round "camping out". The third floor has been transformed into a mini-suite with a full bath. All systems updated, warm hardwoods throughout and a lofty deck off the kitchen overlooking a lovely back lawn. Listed separately is a smaller home located behind this property which has also been totally renovated. A perfect compound for friends and family!!
- MLS# 72755931
- Date Listed11/11/2020
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.12 acres (5,227 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision Peters Hill
- Property Type Single Family
- County Suffolk
- Year Built 1935
- Water Public
- Square Feet 1,818 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $547.3
Interior Features
- Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring Hardwood
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 0.12
- Lot Size SQFT 5,227.20
- Lot Features -
Directions
Perhaps the finest location in Boston: Live between the Arnold Arboretum & Roslindale Village!
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $4,956
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
1.41 mi
Distance
Washington Irving Middle School
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
1.24 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
2.17 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
1.41 mi
Distance
Brookline Early Education Program At Putterham
Public • PK - PK
1.88 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 6
2.1 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
2.33 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
2.82 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.94 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 4
2.95 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
3.17 mi
Distance
Dr. Catherine Ellison - Rosa Parks Early Education School
Public • PK - 3
3.5 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
3.66 mi
Distance
Washington Irving Middle School
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
1.24 mi
Distance
Kipp Academy Boston Elementary Charter School
Public • 5 - 5
2.26 mi
Distance
Match Charter Public Middle School
Public • 6 - 8
2.26 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12
3.15 mi
Distance
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
Public • 6 - 12
3.36 mi
Distance
Public • 3 - 8
3.5 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 12
3.55 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12
4.05 mi
Distance
Public • 3 - 8
4.05 mi
Distance
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School - Mission Hill
Public • 5 - 8
4.14 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
2.17 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.33 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.33 mi
Distance
Public • 8 - 12
2.81 mi
Distance
Egleston Community High School
Public • 9 - 12
2.82 mi
Distance
Boston Community Leadership Academy
Public • 9 - 12
3.15 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.31 mi
Distance
Boston International High School
Public • 9 - 12
3.71 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.92 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
4.03 mi
Distance
British International School Of Boston
Private • PK - 12
1.92 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
2.12 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
2.62 mi
Distance
Private • 06 - 12
2.82 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
3.01 mi
Distance
Private • 06 - 12
3.1 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
3.15 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
3.31 mi
Distance
Private • 06 - 12
3.77 mi
Distance
Private • KG - 12
3.92 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 296-298 Kittredge Street | 4 | 2 | Oct 20, 2025 | $699,000 |
| 555 Beech St | 3 | 2 | Oct 02, 2025 | $699,000 |
| 37 Halliday St | 3 | 2 | Oct 16, 2025 | $659,000 |
| 70 Park St | 6 | 2 | Oct 07, 2025 | $800,000 |
| 5 Lila Rd | 3 | 2 | Oct 07, 2025 | $999,000 |
| 227 South Street | 3 | 3 | Oct 03, 2025 | $1,599,000 |
| 380 South St | 4 | 3 | Oct 07, 2025 | $1,250,000 |
| 12-14 Harris Ave | - | 7 | Nov 05, 2025 | $2,900,000 |
| 18 Richwood St | 4 | 5 | Oct 21, 2025 | $1,659,000 |
| 43 Hollywood Road | 3 | 2 | Oct 25, 2025 | $459,000 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 31,089 | 31,089 | 828,750 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 11,133 | 11,133 | 14,251 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.3 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 41.2 | 41.2 | 36.7 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $84,136 | $84,136 | $79,293 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $41,475 | $41,475 | $48,613 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 112 | 98 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 18.1°F | 18.1°F | 22.1°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 81.2°F | 81.2°F | 82.2°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.22" | 51.22" | 42.53" | 38" |
91/100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score ®
62/100
Good Transit
Transit Score ®
54/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Daily errands do not require a car. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
18 nearby routes: 17 bus, 1 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 53/100, Transit Score: 52/100, Bike Score: 52/100.
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Frequently Asked Questions for 57 Fairview Street
Source: Realty.com
57 Fairview Street, Boston, MA 02131 is a Single Family 1,818 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 31 photos available of this 4 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $995,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 31 photos of 57 Fairview Street.
Our records indicate that 57 Fairview Street was built in 1935.
The full address for this home is 57 Fairview Street, Boston, MA 02131.
57 Fairview Street has been listed on Realty.com since Wed November 11, 2020
Daily errands do not require a car. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 53/100, Transit Score: 52/100, Bike Score: 52/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 57 Fairview Street. The Mozart Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Washington Irving Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Another Course To College (Grades: 9 - 12)
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