This charming Cape-style home located in the Woodbourne neighborhood, boasts timeless appeal with its period details and classic design. The home features two cozy bedrooms and one and a half baths, the retro kitchen provides a sense of nostalgia with its vintage finishes, offering endless possibilities for a modern update while preserving its original charm. Separate dining space and sunroom & first floor sitting room. .An unfinished basement provides ample potential for expansion, whether you choose to create a home office, playroom, or additional living space. Situated on an oversized lot, the home includes a detached garage and a lovely screened-in porch at the rearperfect for enjoying the outdoors. The blend of period character, spacious lot make this home a unique find, full of charm and promise. Convenient to public transportation & Forest Hills.
- MLS# 73341359
- Date Listed03/05/2025
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.15 acres (6,442 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Single Family
- County Suffolk
- Year Built 1933
- Water Public
- Square Feet 1,238 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $484.57
Interior Features
- Appliances Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Wood
- Cooling None
- Heating Natural Gas, Baseboard
Exterior / Lot Features
- Exterior Other
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres 0.15
- Lot Size SQFT 6,442.00
- Lot Features -
Directions
Bourne to Waterman One Way Street
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $6,457
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Schools near 02131
Explore the local neighborhood highlights and top-rated schools near 02131 in Boston, MA.
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
1.97 mi
Distance
Washington Irving Middle School
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.92 mi
Distance
Public • 8 - 12 • Serves this home
1.69 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
1.97 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 4
2.09 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.17 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 6
2.17 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
2.28 mi
Distance
Dr. Catherine Ellison - Rosa Parks Early Education School
Public • PK - 3
2.41 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
2.45 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
2.72 mi
Distance
Brookline Early Education Program At Putterham
Public • PK - PK
3.06 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 3
3.16 mi
Distance
Washington Irving Middle School
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.92 mi
Distance
Kipp Academy Boston Elementary Charter School
Public • 5 - 5
1.57 mi
Distance
Match Charter Public Middle School
Public • 6 - 8
1.57 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 12
2.42 mi
Distance
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
Public • 6 - 12
2.75 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12
2.8 mi
Distance
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School - Lucy Stone
Public • 5 - 8
3.39 mi
Distance
Charles S Pierce Middle School
Public • 6 - 8
3.65 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12
3.67 mi
Distance
Public • 3 - 8
3.67 mi
Distance
Public • 8 - 12 • Serves this home
1.69 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
1.82 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.28 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.28 mi
Distance
Egleston Community High School
Public • 9 - 12
2.45 mi
Distance
Boston International High School
Public • 9 - 12
2.52 mi
Distance
Boston Community Leadership Academy
Public • 9 - 12
2.8 mi
Distance
Codman Academy Charter Public School
Public • 9 - 12
3.16 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.31 mi
Distance
City On A Hill Charter Public School
Public • 9 - 12
3.67 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
1.82 mi
Distance
Private • 06 - 12
2.45 mi
Distance
British International School Of Boston
Private • PK - 12
2.62 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
2.8 mi
Distance
Private • 06 - 12
3.03 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
3.05 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
3.6 mi
Distance
Private • 01 - 12
3.88 mi
Distance
Private • KG - 12
4.17 mi
Distance
Private • KG - 10
4.28 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 265 Moss Hill Rd | 2 | 2 | Aug 10, 2026 | $945,000 |
| 23 Granada Ave | 3 | 2 | Aug 25, 2026 | $739,000 |
| 32 Crowell St | 3 | 2 | Jun 30, 2026 | $531,999 |
| 15 Marden Ave | 3 | 3 | Jul 14, 2026 | $420,223 |
| 132 Sycamore Street | 4 | 4 | Aug 18, 2026 | $1,500,000 |
| 134 Sycamore Street | 4 | 4 | Aug 27, 2026 | $1,500,000 |
| 32 Jewett St | 4 | 3 | Jul 09, 2026 | $849,000 |
| 11 Eugenia Rd | 2 | 2 | Jun 30, 2026 | $795,000 |
| 120 Windham Rd | 4 | 3 | Jul 16, 2026 | $849,900 |
| 27 Halborn St | 2 | 1 | Aug 19, 2026 | $449,000 |
Local Neighborhood Highlights for 02131
Discover key demographics, population statistics, and environmental insights for the Boston, MA area.
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" |
54/100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score ®
58/100
Good Transit
Transit Score ®
54/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
Transit Summary
16 nearby routes: 16 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 57/100, Transit Score: 58/100, Bike Score: 56/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 39 Waterman Rd
Source: Realty.com
39 Waterman Rd, Boston, MA 02131 in Boston, MA 02131 is a single family listed at $599,900. Highlights include 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,238 sq. ft., built in 1933, 0.15 acre lot, $485 per sq. ft.. Realty.com has 27 photos, sales history, school insights, and mortgage tools for this listing.
Realty.com has 27 photos of 39 Waterman Rd.
Our records indicate that 39 Waterman Rd was built in 1933.
The full address for this home is 39 Waterman Rd, Boston, MA 02131.
39 Waterman Rd has been listed on Realty.com since Wed March 05, 2025
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 57/100, Transit Score: 58/100, Bike Score: 56/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 39 Waterman Rd. Chittick Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Washington Irving Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Brooke High School (Grades: 8 - 12)
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