Discover an urban sanctuary in a meticulously maintained mid-1800s Greek Revival in Boston’s historic Tommy’s Rock. Perched atop a hill, this stately 6-bedroom, 5-bath home blends architectural heritage with modern luxury. Inside, 10-foot ceilings, grand room proportions, and expansive windows flood the space with light. Original details, including pumpkin pine floors, curved staircases, inlaid shutters, and marble fireplaces, harmonize with updates like brand-new bathrooms and a fresh rear deck.An attached 1-bedroom, 1-bath in-law suite with a private entrance offers flexibility for guests or extended family. Outdoor living shines with a multi-tiered, professionally landscaped backyard and multiple decks boasting breathtaking Boston skyline views. With a two-car driveway, proximity to public transit, universities, and diverse dining, this home offers historic charm and modern convenience in a vibrant, up-and-coming neighborhood.
Property Details
Price:
$1,295,000
MLS #:
73490790
Status:
Active
Beds:
6
Baths:
5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Tommy’s Rock
Neighborhood:
roxbury
Listed Date:
Mar 24, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
3,201
Total Sq Ft:
3,201
Lot Size:
5,570 sqft / 0.13 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1842
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Schools
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
3201
Bathrooms
5 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces Total
2
Heating
Baseboard
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Architectural Style
Colonial
Community Features
Public Transportation, Public School, T-Station, University
Exterior Features
Deck – Wood, Patio, Garden
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed
Open Parking Spaces
2
Open Parking YN
1
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
Deck – Wood, Patio
Roof
Shingle
View
City View(s), Scenic View(s)
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$12,326
Map
Community
- Address27 Saint James St Boston MA
- SubdivisionTommy’s Rock
- 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 Jul 17, 2026
391
Single Family Listed
115
Avg DOM
699
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,951,376
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Tommy’s Rock subdivision, 27 Saint James St Boston MA is a Single Family for sale in Boston, MA, 02119. It is listed for $1,295,000 and features 6 beds, 5 baths, and has approximately 3,201 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1842. The current price per square foot is $405. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Boston is $699. The average listing price for Single Family in Boston is $1,951,376. To schedule a showing of MLS#73490790 at 27 Saint James St in Boston, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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27 Saint James St
Boston, MA