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Listing broker remarks

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Come see this well-maintained home situated in a desirable neighborhood of West Roxbury and across from Hynes Field. This 1-1/2 story bungalow with hardwood floors throughout is full of New England charm and modern finishes, offering 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The first floor offers a sun filled open kitchen that flows nicely into the living area, with a bedroom, bathroom, fire placed living room, front entry foyer, and pantry for storage. The upstairs features two bedrooms, a bathroom with storage, closet in hall landing, and eves storage. Open the sliding door off of the kitchen to a tranquil back yard with an awning covered brick patio, a side brick walkway and an attached garden shed. The walkout basement is clean and bright, linking to the driveway, and featuring a laundry area, workshop, and plenty of storage space. A Tele-Cab elevator offers discrete accessibility between the basement and first floor. Walk to the shops and restaurants in West Roxbury, Chestnut Hill, and multiple bus routes. Close to the commuter rail. This beautiful home is a must see!!— Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC

Key details

  • 1,250 sq ft
  • 5,000 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1924 built
  • $700 / sq ft
  • $6,665 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠6⁠6⁠7⁠9⁠6⁠
Last updated
Address
42 Brucewood St
Town
Boston, MA
ZIP
02132
Deed (Bk/Pg)
36597 / 206

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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.