71 Cottage Road, Boston, MA 02132

$699,000 · For sale

71 Cottage Road, Boston

Welcome to a truly special home where classic character meets modern comfort. Tucked away on a private road, this beautifully maintained single-family residence offers a warm and inviting atmosphere from the moment you arrive. Step inside to bright, sun-filled rooms filled with charm and thoughtful details, including graceful bay windows, beautiful stained-glass accents, new light fixtures, and recessed LED lighting throughout. The open-concept living and dining spaces flow effortlessly together, creating the perfect setting for cozy evenings at home or entertaining family and friends. The heart of the home is the gorgeous gourmet kitchen, featuring elegant stone countertops, stainless-steel appliances, and a spacious peninsula that naturally invites conversation, casual meals, and memorable gatherings. Outside, enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day on the welcoming front porch, complete with durable Trex decking. The rear deck and patio overlooks a versatile backyard, offering plenty of room to relax, garden, entertain, or simply enjoy your own private outdoor retreat.Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms, a beautifully updated full bathroom, and a charming home office—perfect for remote work, reading, or a quiet creative space. The updated bathrooms feature imported tile, contemporary vanities, and a stylish walk-in shower.Modern conveniences include central A/C, a modern heat pump, in-unit washer and dryer, off-street parking, and a full walkout basement offering abundant storage and exciting potential for future use.Ideally situated near major highways, shopping, restaurants, and everyday amenities, this home offers a peaceful private setting without giving up convenience. With its inviting spaces, timeless details, modern updates, and wonderful outdoor areas, this is more than a house—it’s a place to feel at home.

About this address

71 Cottage Road is a 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath single-family home for sale in Boston, MA 02132 with 1,200 square feet, asking $699,000. It was built in 1915. It has been on our site since September 26, 2026.

The median asking price among the 76 other 3-bedroom single-family homes for sale in Boston is $849,450. This one asks about 18% less. At $583 a square foot, it compares with a median of $534 among the 246 other single-family homes for sale in Boston with a stated size.

At 1,200 square feet, it is smaller than 86% of the 76 other 3-bedroom single-family homes in Boston with a stated size.

This home is assessed at $339,500 for fiscal year 2023. It last sold for $265,000 in October 2018.

It scores 64 out of 100 for walkability, from how close everyday places are.

The closest train or subway stop is West Roxbury (MBTA Needham Line), about 1.0 mile away. The closest bus stop is Centre St @ Linden Rd (MBTA route 35), about 0.1 miles away.

The closest public schools by level are Beethoven Elementary School (0.4 miles), Ohrenberger School (0.8 miles) and Dedham High (1.4 miles). The district decides which school serves an address.

Listing information from MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN), MLS #73581123, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Prices are compared with other homes listed on this site today. Trains and buses come from the transit agencies’ published schedules and schools from the National Center for Education Statistics. Distances are straight-line. Assessed values and past sales are public records from municipal assessors, published by MassGIS. An assessed value is set for taxation and may differ from market value.

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