#73396480, Krongel & Paul, Listing office: Hammond Residential Real Estate
$1,250,000 List price
159 Parsons St Boston, MA 02135
4 beds
2 full
3,295 sqft
0.09 acres
$379 / sqft
Multi-Family
Property details
About 159 Parsons St
Charming two-family home in Brighton’s Oak Square—one of Boston’s most vibrant and accessible neighborhoods. Set in a quiet residential neighborhood just minutes from local shops, cafes, parks, and public transit, this well-maintained home spans three levels. Unit 1 offers 1 bed/1 bath; Unit 2 features 3 beds/1 bath with a private deck. Period details include original doors, stained glass, high ceilings, and custom millwork. Enjoy a welcoming front porch and two tandem parking spots. Lovingly cared for by the same owner occuplant for nearly 30 years, with updates including new siding, oil tanks, water heaters, Mass Save insulation, and upgraded electric. Close to Boston College and ideal for city commuters with easy access to the Mass Pike (I-90), Storrow Drive and multiple MBTA bus lines. A perfect opportunity for owner-occupants or investors in a location that offers charm, convenience, and community.
Highlights
Home typeMulti Family
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
Size3,295 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.09 Acres
Year built1930
ParkingOff Street, Tandem
MLS #73401593
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Parking: Off Street, Tandem
- Exterior: Balcony
- List Price: $1,250,000
- Price/SqFt: $379
- Lot: Corner Lot
- Directions: Corner of Parsons Street and Faneuil Street
- Year Built: 1930
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 3,295 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.09 Acres
- MLS Number: 73401593
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Milton
- Office Phone: (617) 696-4430
- Listing Agent: Laura Springer
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Nearby schools
6
Winship Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•54 Dighton St
7
Hosmer Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.1 mi
•1 Concord Rd
8
Underwood Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•101 Vernon St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $86,071. Residents of Boston, MA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
19%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
35%
100k-200k
9%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
66%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
7%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
50%
18-34 yrs old
30%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Music Concerts
Tennis
Art Museums
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Crate & Barrel
Bloomingdales
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
Starbucks
Jack In The Box
What do the neighbors drive?
Volkswagen
BMW
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
News
Jazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 159 Parsons St
The listing price of 159 Parsons St property is $1,250,000.
The property 159 Parsons St is a multi located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02135.
Active Listing: 159 Parsons St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 159 Parsons St are: Winship Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Hosmer Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Underwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Mary Lyon K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Thomas Edison K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Gardner Pilot Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lyon Upper 9-12 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Boston Green Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Brighton High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
The property 159 Parsons St is 3,295 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 159 Parsons St is 1930.
This home is located at 159 Parsons St in Boston, MA and zip code 02135 in the Brighton neighborhood. This 3,295 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,250,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Boston, MA there were more than 166 sold above asking price, over 220 sold below and more than 53 were sold right at the asked price. In June 2025 in Boston, MA there were 4.6% more homes for sale than in May. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $842,218, while the average time on the real estate market was 36 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.