
71 Townsend St Boston — Photo 1 of 16
Recent Drop: $19,998
$1,080,000
71 Townsend St, Boston, MA 02119
Boston, MA 02119
Beds
5
Baths
2.5
SqFt
3,132
Style
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Built
1889
Welcome to this stunning two-family Victorian, a rare opportunity nestled in the highly desirable Historic Townsend Street District of Roxbury. Both spacious units feature abundant natural light, soaring ceilings, generously sized bedrooms, and in-unit laundry hookups. The property also features off-street parking, a garage, and a lush private backyard, creating valuable outdoor space that is increasingly hard to find in the area.The full basement, with its impressive ceiling height and generous footprint, provides significant additional potential. Subject to zoning, permitting, and applicable building requirements, the space may offer an opportunity for an additional dwelling unit (ADU) or other expansion possibilities.Ideally located just minutes from Northeastern University, Boston University Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston Latin Academy, Boston Medical Center, and the Longwood Medical and Academic Area, this property offers convenient access to some of Boston’s most prominent educational, medical, and employment centers.
Key facts
It was listed on June 28, 2026. The price has come down from an original $1,099,998 to $1,080,000, most recently on October 1, 2026. The annual property taxes are $10,027 (2025 tax year). It sits on a 0.11-acre (4,961 sq ft) lot.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Range • Refrigerator
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • House of Worship • Public School
Geography
Property History
$1,080,000
Was $1,099,998
Oct 1, 2026
MLS® 73542876
$1,099,998
Jun 28, 2026
MLS® 73542876
$1,099,998
Jun 12, 2026
MLS® 73440097
$1,099,998
Oct 6, 2025
MLS® 73440097
Questions about this home
When was 71 Townsend St, Boston listed?
71 Townsend St, Boston was listed on June 28, 2026.
Has the price of 71 Townsend St, Boston changed?
The price has come down from an original $1,099,998 to $1,080,000, most recently on October 1, 2026.
What are the property taxes for 71 Townsend St, Boston?
The annual property taxes for 71 Townsend St, Boston are $10,027 (2025 tax year).
How big is the lot at 71 Townsend St, Boston?
71 Townsend St, Boston sits on a 0.11-acre (4,961 sq ft) lot.
What is the status of 71 Townsend St, Boston?
71 Townsend St, Boston is actively listed for sale.
Population
27,377
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$48K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
73.5%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Suffolk County
2,337 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+13% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,062 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
Listing Agent: Christian Weston
Listing Office: Benjamin Douglas Realty Group LLC
MLS® Number: 73542876









