Unique Homes MA

186 Temple St, Boston

Active $1,599,000

  • 5 bd
  • 2.5 ba
  • 2,848 sqft
  • 1885 built
  • $561/sqft
  • MLS #7⁠3⁠5⁠1⁠8⁠8⁠9⁠4⁠

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Listing broker remarks

Classic charm meets modern luxury in this fully renovated 11 room, 5 BR custom built Colonial circa 1885. Located in an exceptional neighborhood, this home boasts exquisite leaded glass & original details throughout. Dentil moldings, 10 ft ceilings, HW floors, an ornate FP, plus original pocket doors blend timeless character w/todays sought after updates. The beautifully updated kitchen has stainless steel appliances, a center island & leathered countertops complementing the home's original architectural details. Plantation shutters adorn every window. A cozy FR flows seamlessly from the kitchen, opening out onto a beautiful deck. Enjoy a gorgeous DR surrounded by leaded glass bay windows bathing the room in light. The 2nd flr is home to 3 generous BRs including a stunning Primary. Owners currently use 1 of the BRs as a home office. The 3rd flr has 2 additional BRs plus an adjoining exercise/sitting room & another full bath. The oversized lush yard is one of the largest in W Roxbury— Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Key details

  • 2,848 sq ft
  • 11,204 lot sq ft
  • 5 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1885 built
  • $561 / sq ft
  • $9,623 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠1⁠8⁠8⁠9⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
186 Temple St
Town
Boston, MA
ZIP
02132
Deed (Bk/Pg)
67113 / 73

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Neighborhood: West Roxbury

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.