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Listing broker remarks

This beautiful, coveted Moss Hill 1950's Cape is move in ready & not only with so many improvements over the past 13 years, including roof, windows, bathroom, gas boiler, solar panels, but many thoughtful up-grades in just the last 2 years, including1st floor bath & kitchen. Cozy up in the wood burning fireplaced living room in the winter or cool down in the summer w/mini splits that provide cooling & heating. City views & seasonal views of the Blue Hills from the living room & primary bedroom. Entertain in the bright kitchen with new soapstone counters, full wall tile backsplash & up-dated SS appliances w/gas stove which opens to the dining room. A chef's delight! A desired 1st floor bedroom & a gorgeous, renovated spa like bath round this level out. 2nd floor boasts 2 bedrooms with renovated bathroom. Primary suite is large, has beautiful tree top views & impressive closet space. You will adore the large landscaped & lovingly maintained yard with patio, pathway to a fire pit and anchored by mature trees, rain barrel & sprinkler system as well. You will not want to leave this suburban/urban oasis! And best of all literally no electric bill with solar panels that will be owned by the new buyer. A basement that could be easily finished & is now being used as a gym & storage space. Electric panel recently upgraded to 200 amps. Two car parking with Level 2 EV charger round this beauty out! Don't miss this one!!— Compass

Key details

  • sold
  • 1,715 sq ft
  • 7,500 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1950 built
  • $772 / sq ft
  • $12,398 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠7⁠2⁠6⁠1⁠
Last updated
Address
12 Arborview Rd
Town
Boston, MA
ZIP
02130
Sold for
$1,328,000
Deed (Bk/Pg)
68135 / 271

Map

Neighborhood: Moss Hill

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.