Property Description

Available for the first time in 25 years! This exceptional West Roxbury two-family at 42-44 Sanborn Ave offers a rare opportunity on a quiet, tree-lined street near Centre Street shops, commuter rail, and Millennium Park. Set on a 5,663 sq ft lot with 4-car parking and over 3,100 sq ft of versatile living space, this charming yellow shingle-style property features a covered portico and high ceilings. It is ideal for an owner-occupant looking to offset the mortgage or an investor seeking a strong asset with a projected 6% cap rate. The first-floor unit features 2 bedrooms plus an office, gleaming hardwood floors with original dark wood trim, and a classic fireplace living room. The upper unit offers 3 bedrooms plus a sunroom and finished oversized attic, featuring beautiful hardwood floors, an updated eat-in kitchen with newer white cabinetry and stainless steel gas range, plus a renovated main bath. A rare blend of space, character, income potential, and location!

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Building Information

  • Total Units: 2
  • Total Floors: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Amenities: Bike Path, Highway Access, Laundromat, Medical Facility, Park, Private School, Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Basement Features: Garage Access, Unfinished Basement

Financial

  • APOD Available: No
  • Gross Operating Income: 26400
  • Net Operating Income: 26400

Utilities

  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Unit 1 Description

  • Under Lease: No
  • Floors: 1
  • Levels: 1

Unit 2 Description

  • Under Lease: No
  • Floors: 2
  • Levels: 2

Construction

  • Year Built: 1934
  • Type: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
  • Foundation Info: Concrete Block, Fieldstone
  • Roof Material: Aluminum, Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73504825
  • Last Updated: 04/21/26

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
04/21/2026New$1,200,000$383MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Alex Langos, Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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