There are multiple listings for this address:
A rare blend of historic craftsmanship and contemporary design defines this architectural gem. Unit 1 is a 5 bed, 2.5 bath residence that was initially a stand-alone single family spreading across three expansive floors. Rich in original detail; the ground floor showcases four entirely different parquet floor patterns — creating a striking first impression that guests never forget. Period fireplaces, elegant coffered ceilings, and timeless Victorian character are thoughtfully paired with modern updates throughout. The anchor of the first unit is a stunning eat-in kitchen addition built in 2021, simultaneous with the construction of Unit 2. Equipped with Central AC & an open floor plan, the second unit sits as a present-day juxtaposition to the history-filled original structure. This two-family’s long list of attractions is rounded out by several outdoor spaces, a long driveway, basement storage and solar panels that are owned outright to help reduce utility bills.
Property Details
Price:
$1,999,999
MLS #:
73524074
Status:
Active
Beds:
6
Baths:
4
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Multi Family
Neighborhood:
jamaicaplain
Listed Date:
May 26, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
3,410
Total Sq Ft:
3,410
Lot Size:
6,250 sqft / 0.14 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1900
See this Listing
Schools
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
3410
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces Total
3
Flooring
Wood, Parquet, Hardwood
Heating
Hot Water, Natural Gas, Central
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Storage, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Bathroom with Shower Stall, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Mudroom
Levels
5
Exterior
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Construction Materials
Frame
Exterior Features
Balcony/Deck, Balcony
Fencing
Fenced
Lot Features
Easements
Open Parking Spaces
4
Open Parking YN
1
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Stone/Gravel
Parking Spots
4
Parking Total
4
Patio And Porch Features
Porch, Deck, Patio
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Spa Features
Bath
Stories
5
View
City
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$16,557
Map
Community
- Address42 Atherton St. Boston MA
- CityBoston
- CountySuffolk
- Zip Code02119
Subdivisions in Boston
- Adams Village
- Ashmont Hill
- Ashmont Hill / Carruth Area
- Back Bay
- Bay Village
- Beacon Hill
- Bellevue Hill
- Boston
- Brighton-Oak Square
- Charlestown
- Chestnut Hill
- Chestnut Hill /Brookline line
- Chestnut Hill Park Condominium
- Clam Point Neighborhood
- Eight Streets Neighborhood
- Ellis South End Neighborhood
- Fairmount Hill
- Fields Corner
- Gas Light District
- Golf Course Neighborhood
- Harbor View
- Harborview
- Highland
- Hyde Park
- Jamaica Plain
- Lower Mills
- Melville Park
- Metropolitan Heights Area
- Metropolitan Hill
- Mission Hill – Longwood Medical
- Oak Square
- Parkway neighborhood
- Roslindale
- Roslindale – WC Bates
- roslindale village
- Roxbury’s Moreland Street Historic District
- Savin Hill: Minutes to Carson Beach/UMass Boston T-Stop
- South Boston
- Suffolk County
- Sumner Hill
- Thomas Park
- Woodbourne
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Boston as of May 29, 2026
426
Single Family Listed
116
Avg DOM
716
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,991,311
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 42 Atherton St. Boston MA is a Single Family for sale in Boston, MA, 02119. It is listed for $1,999,999 and features 6 beds, 4 baths, and has approximately 3,410 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1900. The current price per square foot is $587. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Boston is $716. The average listing price for Single Family in Boston is $1,991,311. To schedule a showing of MLS#73524074 at 42 Atherton St. in Boston, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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42 Atherton St.
Boston, MA
A rare blend of historic craftsmanship and contemporary design defines this architectural gem. Unit 1 is a 5 bed, 2.5 bath residence that was initially a stand-alone single family spreading across three expansive floors. Rich in original detail; the ground floor showcases four entirely different parquet floor patterns — creating a striking first impression that guests never forget. Period fireplaces, elegant coffered ceilings, and timeless Victorian character are thoughtfully paired with modern updates throughout. The anchor of the first unit is a stunning eat-in kitchen addition built in 2021, simultaneous with the construction of Unit 2. Equipped with Central AC & an open floor plan, the second unit sits as a present-day juxtaposition to the history-filled original structure. This two-family’s long list of attractions is rounded out by several outdoor spaces, a long driveway, basement storage and solar panels that are owned outright to help reduce utility bills.
Property Details
Price:
$1,999,999
MLS #:
73524076
Status:
Active
Beds:
6
Baths:
4
Type:
Multi Family
Neighborhood:
jamaicaplain
Listed Date:
May 26, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
3,410
Total Sq Ft:
3,410
Lot Size:
6,250 sqft / 0.14 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1900
Units:
2
See this Listing
Schools
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
3410
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces Total
3
Flooring
Wood, Parquet, Hardwood
Heating
Hot Water, Natural Gas, Central
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Storage, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Bathroom with Shower Stall, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Mudroom
Levels
5
Exterior
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Construction Materials
Frame
Exterior Features
Balcony/Deck, Balcony
Fencing
Fenced
Lot Features
Easements
Open Parking Spaces
4
Open Parking YN
1
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Stone/Gravel
Parking Spots
4
Parking Total
4
Patio And Porch Features
Porch, Deck, Patio
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Spa Features
Bath
Stories
5
View
City
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$16,557
Map
Community
- Address42 Atherton St. Boston MA
- CityBoston
- CountySuffolk
- Zip Code02119
Subdivisions in Boston
- Adams Village
- Ashmont Hill
- Ashmont Hill / Carruth Area
- Back Bay
- Bay Village
- Beacon Hill
- Bellevue Hill
- Boston
- Brighton-Oak Square
- Charlestown
- Chestnut Hill
- Chestnut Hill /Brookline line
- Chestnut Hill Park Condominium
- Clam Point Neighborhood
- Eight Streets Neighborhood
- Ellis South End Neighborhood
- Fairmount Hill
- Fields Corner
- Gas Light District
- Golf Course Neighborhood
- Harbor View
- Harborview
- Highland
- Hyde Park
- Jamaica Plain
- Lower Mills
- Melville Park
- Metropolitan Heights Area
- Metropolitan Hill
- Mission Hill – Longwood Medical
- Oak Square
- Parkway neighborhood
- Roslindale
- Roslindale – WC Bates
- roslindale village
- Roxbury’s Moreland Street Historic District
- Savin Hill: Minutes to Carson Beach/UMass Boston T-Stop
- South Boston
- Suffolk County
- Sumner Hill
- Thomas Park
- Woodbourne
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Multi Family in Boston as of May 29, 2026
426
Multi Family Listed
116
Avg DOM
716
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,991,311
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 42 Atherton St. Boston MA is a Multi Family for sale in Boston, MA, 02119. It is listed for $1,999,999 To schedule a showing of MLS#73524076 at 42 Atherton St. in Boston, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
