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$975,000
 $5,234 est/mo Sourced by Back At You

85 Franklin St,Boston, MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134

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Description

Discover the charm, character, and versatility of this sun-filled Victorian-era attached single-family in hip Lower Allston. Situated on a corner lot with exposure on three sides, this home is filled with natural light from gorgeous oversized windows. High ceilings, beautiful wood floors, and period details add warmth and character throughout. Offering five bedrooms, two full baths, and three levels of flexible living space, there's room to make it your own or explore its investment potential. An enclosed front porch welcomes you into an inviting foyer and comfortable living room. The spacious, updated eat-in kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a glass subway tile backsplash, stylish cabinetry, and a convenient office nook, with plenty of room to gather. A driveway entrance leads to a practical mudroom with first-floor laundry. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, ample closet space, and a full bath with a tub. The third floor is an unexpected bonus, a cozy nest overlooking the treetops! With two additional rooms, a kitchenette complete with a sink, midsize refrigerator, and apartment-size dishwasher, plus a second full bathroom, this level offers incredible flexibility. Perfect for a guest retreat, au pair suite, private home office, or perhaps an opportunity to generate a little extra income through Airbnb! The possibilities are endless! The private, fenced yard offers a true oasis in the city, with mature plantings and thoughtfully selected flowers and greenery providing color throughout the seasons. Major improvements include new siding, composite decks, and a hot water heater, along with a newer gas heating system. Two-three off-street parking spaces and a top-of-the-line EV charger complete the package. Just minutes to Harvard Business School and Harvard Square in Cambridge, with convenient access to downtown Boston, Boston Landing commuter rail, neighborhood restaurants and shops, the Mass Pike, and Storrow Drive.Natural light, soaring ceilings, beautiful architectural details, flexible living space, outdoor charm, and parking! This home is ready for its next chapter. Come see the possibilities for yourself!

Details

MLS #73596512
Listing TypeFor Sale
StyleHouse
Sub-TypeResale
StatusActive
Year1900
Days On Site5
Listing Provided ByColdwell Banker Realty - Brookline | The Residential Group

Features

Bed(s)5
Bath(s) 2 Total
SQ Feet2,067
BasementY
ZoningR1
Acreage0.08

Interior

Rooms Total10
Cooling Yes / NoYes
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Heating Yes / NoYes
HeatingForced Air
Interior FeaturesKitchen, Mud Room, Entry Hall
Window FeaturesInsulated Windows, Screens
AppliancesGas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplaces Total0
Fireplace Yes / NoNo
FlooringWood, Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood

Exterior

Exterior FeaturesPorch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden
Construction MaterialsFrame
Foundation DetailsBrick/Mortar, Granite
Lot FeaturesCorner Lot
FencingFenced/Enclosed, Fenced

Parking

Garage Yes / NoNo
Parking FeaturesOff Street, Stone/Gravel

Utilities

Utilitiesfor Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer
SewerPublic Sewer
Electric100 Amp Service

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount11629
Tax Assessed Value937800
Tax Year2026

Location

Community FeaturesPublic Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
Senior Community Yes / NoNo

Area Information

StateMA
CountySuffolk
CityBoston
Zip Code02134
AreaAllston
School DistrictBps
Elementary SchoolBps
High SchoolBps
Listing VS Median (in 02134)
Price:
$975,000
low | high
Med:
$3,850
100% of Average
sqft:
2,067
low | high
Med:
1,200
91.944847605225% of Average
$ / sqft:
$472
low | high
Med:
$3
100% of Average
On site:
5
low | high
Med:
21
23.809523809524% of Average
Sourced by Back At You

Market Activity 02134

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StateMA
CountySuffolk
CityBoston
Zip Code02134
AreaAllston
School DistrictBps
Elementary SchoolBps
High SchoolBps
Listing VS Median (in 02134)
Price:
$975,000
low | high
Med:
$3,850
100% of Average
sqft:
2,067
low | high
Med:
1,200
91.944847605225% of Average
$ / sqft:
$472
low | high
Med:
$3
100% of Average
On site:
5
low | high
Med:
21
23.809523809524% of Average
Sourced by Back At You
Nearby Listings (Within 1/10 mile)
Price: $731K - $1.218M
sqft: 1,500 - 2,500
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Listing Updated: November 2, 2026 at 3:45:45 AM PST
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