Attn: Handymen, contractors, and sweat-equity buyers! Rare opportunity to live in one of Boston's most exclusive neighborhoods. This charming colonial is prime for updating, reconstruction, or building your dream home on posh Moss Hill. Situated on an oversized lot, the development potential is limitless. There is a new boiler and electrical service in place, however the home does need considerable updates & renovations to be a showpiece once again. Great potential for new development, addition/expansion or those seeking a truly rare expansive yard in the city. End-users will appreciate a wood-burning fireplace, hardwood floors, original gumwood, spacious living room & good-sized bedrooms. There is also a 4-season office/den off the living room and a sunroom off the kitchen. There is a large dry basement & attic for storage needs. Bring your vision and general contractor! Top notch location is in close proximity to Jamaica Pond, Arboretum and Park, Dexter and British School
- MLS# 73052926
- Date Listed10/27/2022
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.23 acres (10,000 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision Moss Hill
- Property Type Single Family
- County Suffolk
- Year Built 1927
- Water Public
- Square Feet 1,500 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $552.67
Interior Features
- Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
- Cooling Window Unit(s)
- Heating Hot Water, Electric
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 0.23
- Lot Size SQFT 10,000.00
- Lot Features Gentle Sloping
Directions
Centre to Westchester to Lila
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $2,668
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Brookline Early Education Program At Putterham
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
1.56 mi
Distance
Kipp Academy Boston Elementary Charter School
Public • 5 - 5 • Serves this home
2.28 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.57 mi
Distance
Brookline Early Education Program At Putterham
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
1.56 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
1.57 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
2.28 mi
Distance
Brookline Early Education Program At Clark Road
Public • PK - PK
2.51 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.61 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
2.61 mi
Distance
Brookline Early Education Program At Beacon
Public • PK - PK
2.61 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
2.91 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 1
2.91 mi
Distance
Public • PK - PK
2.91 mi
Distance
Kipp Academy Boston Elementary Charter School
Public • 5 - 5 • Serves this home
2.28 mi
Distance
Match Charter Public Middle School
Public • 6 - 8
2.28 mi
Distance
Washington Irving Middle School
Public • 6 - 8
2.61 mi
Distance
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School - Mission Hill
Public • 5 - 8
2.91 mi
Distance
Public • 3 - 8
3.33 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12
3.33 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
3.88 mi
Distance
John D O'bryant School Of Mathematics & Science
Public • 7 - 12
3.88 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 12
4 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12
4.15 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.57 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
1.57 mi
Distance
Egleston Community High School
Public • 9 - 12
2.28 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.51 mi
Distance
Edward M. Kennedy Academy For Health Careers
Public • 9 - 10
2.91 mi
Distance
Public • 8 - 12
3.32 mi
Distance
City On A Hill Charter Public School
Public • 9 - 12
3.33 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.35 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.58 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.74 mi
Distance
British International School Of Boston
Private • PK - 12
0.45 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
0.89 mi
Distance
Private • 06 - 12
2.28 mi
Distance
Private • KG - 12
2.51 mi
Distance
Private • 06 - 12
2.68 mi
Distance
Private • KG - 10
2.91 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
3.35 mi
Distance
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School For Boys
Private • 09 - 12
3.35 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
3.35 mi
Distance
Private • 05 - 12
3.81 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/16/2022 | Sold | $917,851.00 10.72% |
| 11/01/2022 | Pending | $829,000.00 |
| 10/27/2022 | Active | $829,000.00 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 Bourne Street | 3 | 1 | Jan 28, 2026 | $659,900 |
| 15 Temple St | 5 | 3 | Jan 22, 2026 | $390,000 |
| 15 Temple St | 5 | 4 | Jan 22, 2026 | $1,189,000 |
| 47 Worley Street | 3 | 1 | Dec 17, 2025 | $699,900 |
| 19 Pine Rd | 4 | 5 | Jan 12, 2026 | $4,695,000 |
| 49 Nickerson Road | 4 | 2 | Feb 03, 2026 | $1,299,000 |
| 100 Cottage Street | 6 | 8 | Dec 19, 2025 | $6,995,000 |
| 469 Walnut St | 7 | 5 | Dec 08, 2025 | $3,995,000 |
| 11 Robinwood Ave | 5 | 4 | Jan 16, 2026 | $2,399,000 |
| 31 Eldon St | 4 | 3 | Dec 16, 2025 | $1,095,000 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 39,071 | 39,071 | 828,750 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 11,034 | 11,034 | 14,251 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.2 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 39.8 | 39.8 | 36.7 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $100,112 | $100,112 | $79,293 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $56,647 | $56,647 | $48,613 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 98 | 98 | 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" |
18/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
60/100
Good Transit
Transit Score ®
47/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Almost all errands require a car. Many nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
31 nearby routes: 27 bus, 4 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 58/100, Transit Score: 56/100, Bike Score: 55/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 42 Lila Rd
Source: Realty.com
42 Lila Rd, Boston, MA 02130 is a Single Family 1,500 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 39 photos available of this 4 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $829,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 39 photos of 42 Lila Rd.
Our records indicate that 42 Lila Rd was built in 1927.
The full address for this home is 42 Lila Rd, Boston, MA 02130.
42 Lila Rd has been listed on Realty.com since Thu October 27, 2022
Almost all errands require a car. Many nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 58/100, Transit Score: 56/100, Bike Score: 55/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 42 Lila Rd. Brookline Early Education Program At Putterham (Grades: PK - PK), Kipp Academy Boston Elementary Charter School (Grades: 5 - 5), Margarita Muniz Academy (Grades: 9 - 12)
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