A rare blend of historic craftsmanship and contemporary design defines this distinctive 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence. 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 home is a stunning eat-in kitchen addition constructed in 2021, highlighted by upscale appliances, a generous pantry, and oversized sliding doors leading directly to a private deck and yard for effortless indoor-outdoor entertaining. Spanning multiple levels, the expansive bedrooms provide flexibility for today’s lifestyle, while updated bathrooms offer a refined balance of character and comfort. This property’s long list of attractions is rounded out by a long driveway, basement storage and solar panels that are owned outright to help reduce utility bills.
Property Details
Price:
$1,499,000
MLS #:
73518971
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
2.5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
jamaicaplain
Listed Date:
May 14, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,754
Total Sq Ft:
2,754
Lot Size:
6,250 sqft / 0.14 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1900
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Schools
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
2754
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces Total
3
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Parquet
Heating
Hot Water
Laundry Features
Second Floor
Exterior
Architectural Style
Victorian
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
Lot Features
Level
Open Parking Spaces
4
Parking Spots
4
Parking Total
4
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
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 14, 2026
414
Single Family Listed
122
Avg DOM
715
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,997,828
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 42 Atherton St Boston MA is a Single Family for sale in Boston, MA, 02119. It is listed for $1,499,000 and features 5 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 2,754 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1900. The current price per square foot is $544. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Boston is $715. The average listing price for Single Family in Boston is $1,997,828. To schedule a showing of MLS#73518971 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