$985,000

Estimated payment $6,146/month

Total Views 1,798
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,297 Sq Ft
$429 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Spa
  • City View
  • Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
  • Property is near a beach
  • 4-minute walk to Horatio Harris Park

About This Home

Welcome to 287 Walnut Ave., a beautifully renovated 2018 Victorian in Roxbury’s sought-after Emerald Necklace neighborhood. This exceptional home blends historic charm with modern luxury. The sun-filled main level features 10-foot ceilings, oversized windows, original inlaid hardwood floors, and an open layout ideal for entertaining. The chef’s kitchen offers custom cabinetry, premium finishes, and abundant workspace. The second floor offers three spacious bedrooms and a full bath. The entire third level is dedicated to a luxurious primary suite featuring a walk-in dressing room, spa-inspired bath, soaking tub, and oversized shower with bench seating. Conveniently located near Franklin Park, Jamaica Plain, two of Boston’s renowned exam schools, two newly renovated neighborhood parks, Longwood Medical Area, Fenway, and public transportation. A rare opportunity to own a stunning Victorian in one of Boston’s most desirable historic neighborhoods.

Listing Agent

Curtis Howe

Howe Realty Group Listed on: 06/17/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,351

Year Built

  • Built in 1890 | Remodeled

Parking

  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Plaster Walls
  • Frame Construction
  • Cellulose Insulation
  • Batts Insulation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,297 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • City Views
  • Storm Windows
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • ENERGY STAR Cooktop
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal
  • Pot Filler

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on third floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dressing Area
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • No or Low VOC Paint or Finish

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Property is near a beach
  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

  • Ellis Elementary School
  • Trotter Middle School
  • Bla High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 2 Cooling Zones
  • 2 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • 3,034 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:11 P:01809 S:000,3398333

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,351

Year Built

Built in 1890 | Remodeled

Lot Details

3,034 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • MLSPIN_ADU: N
  • MLSPIN_BEACHFRONT_FLAG: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-up Attic, Finish - Earthen Plaster
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Range Hood, Rangetop - ENERGY STAR, Oven, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Hot Tub / Spa, Cable Hookup, Dressing Room, High Speed Internet Hookup, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Third
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Low Flow Toilet, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Low Flow Toilet, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Low Flow Toilet, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Third
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Pot Filler Faucet, Gas Stove
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Electric Dryer Hookup, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2297
  • Living Area: 2297
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
  • MAIN LO: AN0308
  • Insulation: Full, Cellulose - Sprayed, Fiberglass - Batts

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Screens, City View(s)
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: City View(s), City
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, Unknown To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • SEWAGE DISTRICT: MWRA
  • HEAT ZONES: 2
  • COOLING ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:11 P:01809 S:000,3398333
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3034
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9351

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Bla
  • Elementary School: Ellis
  • Middle Or Junior School: Trotter

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $9,351 $807,500 $180,800 $626,700
2024 $8,043 $737,900 $138,500 $599,400
2023 $7,925 $737,900 $138,500 $599,400
2022 $7,503 $689,600 $129,400 $560,200
2021 $7,358 $689,600 $129,400 $560,200
2020 $6,212 $588,300 $131,200 $457,100
2019 $8,264 $784,100 $97,400 $686,700
2018 $4,224 $403,100 $97,400 $305,700
2017 $3,988 $376,600 $97,400 $279,200
2016 $3,945 $358,600 $97,400 $261,200
2015 $3,420 $282,400 $75,600 $206,800
2014 $3,351 $266,400 $75,600 $190,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/17/2026 06/17/26 For Sale $985,000 +53.4% $429 / Sq Ft
08/07/2018 08/07/18 Sold $641,977 -1.2% $279 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/08/2018 06/08/18 Pending -- -- --
05/13/2018 05/13/18 For Sale $649,999 +73.3% $283 / Sq Ft
09/22/2017 09/22/17 Sold $375,100 +0.1% $163 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/13/2017 07/13/17 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2017 07/07/17 For Sale $374,900 0.0% $163 / Sq Ft
06/27/2017 06/27/17 Pending -- -- --
06/21/2017 06/21/17 For Sale $374,900 0.0% $163 / Sq Ft
06/19/2017 06/19/17 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2017 06/12/17 For Sale $374,900 0.0% $163 / Sq Ft
06/08/2017 06/08/17 Pending -- -- --
05/31/2017 05/31/17 For Sale $374,900 -- $163 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $641,977 --
Quit Claim Deed $375,101 --
Foreclosure Deed $385,576 --
Deed $350,000 --
Deed $170,000 --
Deed $290,000 --
Deed $85,000 --
Deed $103,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $752,950 FHA
Closed $574,825 FHA
Closed $420,924 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $296,000 No Value Available
Closed $280,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $117,740 No Value Available
Previous Owner $11,301 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73537255

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ROXB-000000-000011-001809

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