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Listing broker remarks

This is a must see! Perched above the street, this home is well worth the walk up the stairs, rewarding you with beautifully maintained living space and exceptional outdoor areas. This 9-room, 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers comfortable living across three finished levels. The main level features an updated kitchen with granite countertops, tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a half bath. Entertain in the formal dining room with a built-in cabinet, relax in the fireplaced living room, or gather in the family room with access to a deck overlooking the backyard. A bonus room opens to a large private deck with a retractable awning. Upstairs offers three spacious bedrooms and an updated full bath with a walk-in shower and soaking tub. The partially finished lower level provides additional living space, laundry, and storage. Major updates include the roof, siding, and windows, all completed within the last five years. Conveniently located near Centre Street shops, restaurants, & commuter rail!— Conway - West Roxbury

Key details

  • 2,188 sq ft
  • 5,000 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1920 built
  • $415 / sq ft
  • $10,071 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠2⁠8⁠0⁠8⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
79 Redlands Rd
Town
Boston, MA
ZIP
02132
Deed (Bk/Pg)
55705 / 4RL

Map

Neighborhood: Highland

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.