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Listing broker remarks

Looking for a single-family home in Brighton, (Oak Square), one of Boston’s most desirable neighborhoods? This is a rare opportunity! Offering an impressive 12 rooms, this spacious home features 4 bedrooms plus 4 additional rooms providing wonderful flexibility for home offices, guest space, a den, playroom, or whatever best suits your lifestyle.The home is filled with character and beautiful original woodwork throughout. A grand entry welcomes you inside, leading to a formal living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen with a large pantry, and plenty of space to gather and entertain. A lovely, sun-filled screened porch overlooking the street is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the neighborhood. Outside, a spacious yard provides additional room to enjoy. On-street parking.The location is exceptional for both convenience and commuting. Close to the bus line with easy access into downtown Boston. Near the Mass Pike, and conveniently located near the Newton and Watertown lines. Walk to neighborhood stores, restaurants, the YMCA, library, and more.Lovingly held by the same family for decades, this has been a truly happy family home filled with years of memories. Now it is ready for its next owner to make it their own and begin a new chapter in this special Brighton home.— Realty Consultants of Cape Cod

Key details

  • 2,182 sq ft
  • 4,947 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1896 built
  • $407 / sq ft
  • $9,463 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠2⁠8⁠9⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
42 Bigelow St
Town
Boston, MA
ZIP
02135
Deed (Bk/Pg)
68280 / 269

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Bigelow Street

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Neighborhood: Boston

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.