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Listing broker remarks

This lovingly maintained single-family residence is ready for its first new owners in over 40 years! Built in 1915 and encompassing 1302 square feet of living area, situated in the Woodbourne neighborhood of . This attractive property on a 4525-square-foot lot has recent updates and beautifully maintained features, including a new roof and gutter guards (2025), new water heater (2026), remodeled kitchen, and recently refinished hardwood floors. The kitchen is appointed with professional-grade stainless steel appliances and elegant stone counters, providing an environment conducive to both culinary artistry and daily functionality. The living room serves as a distinguished focal point, featuring a classic fireplace that imparts warmth and ambiance, complemented by a screened outdoor porch and large back deck perfect for quiet nights or entertaining. A short distance from Forest Hills MBTA station, walking trails, shopping, and bus routes, this home is perfectly situated for wherever your travels may take you! Private showings start immediately, OPEN HOUSES PUSHED TO OCTBER 3 & 4 DUE TO NOR'EASTER!!!!— REMAX Executive Realty

Jamaica Plain

Southwest Boston neighborhood with Victorian wood-frame houses, the Arboretum, and Jamaica Pond.

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Key details

  • 1,302 sq ft
  • 4,525 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1915 built
  • $614 / sq ft
  • $8,082 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠8⁠0⁠5⁠5⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
39 Southbourne Rd
Town
Boston, MA
ZIP
02130

Historic designations

National Register
DeYoung, Neal House · includes BOS.RG

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Forest Hills

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.