Welcome to this spacious Mansard Colonial—one of the largest homes in Mattapan’s diverse, family-friendly neighborhood! Built in 1900, this grand Boston residence blends historic charm with incredible potential. With 2,502 square feet of living space, it offers four generous bedrooms (with the flexibility to create a fifth), a large walk-in master closet, and two full bathrooms—one already customized for a steam shower hookup. The home also includes a full unfinished basement, ideal for storage or future customization. Outside, enjoy a huge backyard—perfect for gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing outdoors. Set on a 5,844-square-foot lot, the property is conveniently located within walking distance of the scenic Neponset Greenway Trail and close to everything Mattapan has to offer. While the house needs updating, it provides a rare opportunity to create your dream home while building significant equity. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a true Boston classic!
Property Details
Price:
$679,000
MLS #:
73436085
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
mattapan
Listed Date:
Sep 25, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
2,502
Total Sq Ft:
2,502
Lot Size:
5,844 sqft / 0.13 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1900
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
None
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Wood, Hardwood
Heating
Forced Air
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Exterior
Architectural Style
Colonial
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Construction Materials
Frame
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Tandem
Parking Spots
3
Roof
Shingle, Slate
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$8,362
Map
Community
- Address98 Babson Street Boston MA
- CityBoston
- CountySuffolk
- Zip Code02126
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 Oct 04, 2025
369
Single Family Listed
136
Avg DOM
682
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,974,343
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 98 Babson Street Boston MA is a Single Family for sale in Boston, MA, 02126. It is listed for $679,000 and features 4 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 2,502 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1900. The current price per square foot is $271. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Boston is $682. The average listing price for Single Family in Boston is $1,974,343. To schedule a showing of MLS#73436085 at 98 Babson Street in Boston, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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98 Babson Street
Boston, MA