
3985 Washington St Boston — Photo 1 of 22
Recent Drop: $146,000
$1,249,000
3985 Washington St, Boston, MA 02131
Boston, MA 02131 — Roslindale
Beds
9
Baths
3
SqFt
3,234
Style
3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Built
1905
RARE FIND! Large, well-cared-for 3-family near the Arnold Arboretum with owner-occupant, house-hack, investor, or buy-and-hold flexibility. One apartment is expected to be available for occupancy or re-leasing, creating immediate optionality. Set on a large, sun-facing lot with an oversized private backyard, off-street parking, and outdoor space to relax. Professionally managed and cared for by the same family for many years, with strong rental history and consistent resident appeal. Units offer similar floor plans, large rooms, hardwood floors, separate heat/electric, a newer rubber roof, and a high-ceiling basement. Convenient to Forest Hills, Roslindale Village, the Arnold Arboretum, Longwood, universities, Downtown Boston, and transit. Rent roll, expense summary, utility responsibility, and systems information available upon request.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Laundromat • Conservation Area
Geography
Property History
$1,249,000
Was $1,295,000
Jun 22, 2026
MLS® 73511267
$1,295,000
Was $1,395,000
May 4, 2026
MLS® 73511267
$1,395,000
May 1, 2026
MLS® 73511267
Population
31,151
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$111K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
40.7%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Suffolk County
2,527 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+37% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,269 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
Listing Agent: Darin Thompson
Listing Office: Stuart St James, Inc.
MLS® Number: 73511267
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