12 Danforth St, Canton, MA 02021
FOR SALE

12 Danforth St
Canton, MA 02021

  • 6 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,416 sqft

$800,000

Original price: $815,000
Est. Mortgage $4,804/mo*

$800,000

Original price: $815,000
Est. Mortgage $4,804/mo*
6 Beds
2 Baths
2,416 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Two-family home in desirable Canton, conveniently located near the town center and commuter rail, yet set on a quiet dead-end street. Ideal for investors or owner-occupants. The freshly painted first-floor unit features a three-room layout with full bath, spacious bedroom and living room, washer/dryer hookups, and an updated kitchen with new stove, dishwasher, and faucet. Unit 2 spans the second and third floors and offers a spacious four- to five-bedroom layout. The second floor includes a large living room with hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen, dining room, two bedrooms, and a full bath with tub and stand-up shower. The third floor provides additional bedrooms and extra space with potential for a future primary bath. Prime location near Routes 128, I-95, and 24, approximately 15 miles to Boston and 30 miles to Providence. Close to commuter rail stations, schools, restaurants, Massasoit Community College, and Blue Hills Reservation.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$331
Listed
154 days ago

Home Details for 12 Danforth St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 11
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2416 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas DryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a FireplaceNo Spa
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Foundation: Other
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 4Has a GarageParking Spaces: 5Parking: Off Street
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer, Other
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2416

Days on Market

Days on Market: 154

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family
Building
Does Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:27 P:197, 52970

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $800,000Price Per Sqft: $331

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Canton
School Information
Elementary School: Dean S. Luce, John F Kennedy,Jr High / Middle School: William H.Galvin, Dean S. LuceHigh School: Canton High School

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 73462870

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2416 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public TransportationNot Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10391 sqft

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 73462870Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2416

Additional Information

Public Transportation
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Nadgla Anilus, (617) 820-3505
Concept Properties, (617) 785-4886
Christian Pereira, (617) 271-2170
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73462870
Also Listed on MLS PIN.

Price History for 12 Danforth St

DatePriceEventSource
02/18/2026$800,000PriceChange
MLS PIN #73462870
01/24/2026$815,000PriceChange
MLS PIN #73462870
12/18/2025$830,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73462870
06/12/2023$780,000Sold
MLS PIN #73063987
04/20/2023$779,990ContingentMLS PIN #73063987
04/16/2023$779,990PriceChange
MLS PIN #73063987
03/14/2023$799,900PendingToActiveMLS PIN #73063987
03/10/2023$799,900ContingentMLS PIN #73063987
02/16/2023$799,900PriceChange
MLS PIN #73063987
12/08/2022$895,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73063987
09/21/2016$373,000Sold
N/A
11/25/1996$125,000Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,871
Assessment$593,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 12 Danforth St

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.44
Multi-Family Home
$1,500,000
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6
7.5
4,749
1.09
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$850,000
02/27/26
5
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2,298
1.02
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$975,000
09/17/25
4
3
2,659
1.62
Multi-Family Home
$900,000
05/23/25
5
3
2,240
2.03
Multi-Family Home
$680,000
10/20/25
2
2
1,653
2.50
Multi-Family Home
$795,000
12/03/25
5
3
2,772
2.62
Multi-Family Home
$850,000
10/20/25
6
3
2,676
2.89
Multi-Family Home
$805,000
05/27/25
6
2
1,910
2.72
Multi-Family Home
$975,000
08/29/25
5
2.5
2,820

Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Canton

At least 106 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 74 % Say it's quiet

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say there's wildlife

  • 65 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say there are community events

  • 40 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • sgpransky
    "We are an over 55 community so few children have ever lived here. We don’t have young families living here either. "
  • Beatriz Castellano
    "Everyone cleans up after themselves, they keep their dogs on leashes. Plenty of sidewalks and parks nearby"
  • Trulia User
    "I have lived in Canton for nearly 10 years and have enjoyed it immensely. I love the small town feel and the friendliness of the neighbors. There are great shops and restaurants in the center of town which is walkable to where I live. There are a lot of pretty ponds and walking trails and I feel safe at night. The is no place I’d rather live."
  • Delyha Woods
    "Great neighborhood to live in. I’ve been here for 4 years. Canton has the best schools. My kids are always safe to play outside "
  • Gabriel M.
    "I used to take the train everyday to Boston on the rain and would only take 20 mins to south station. Canton center has many bars and restaurants! Easy to highway, and in a tri- town area with never fast food and grocery stores and gas stations and fast food."
  • Bobby G.
    "You see dog owners walking their dogs all the time and the neighborhoods are safe. Every one walking their dogs is friendly "
  • Jharris3535
    "Accessible to several highways and entries into the city. Rush hour traffic can be slow moving but centrally located to transit as well."
  • Teresalco
    "The town Bolivar Pond swimming pool is being rebuilt into modern pool facility!!!. Extending size, indoor changing area"
  • Chely2909
    "My neighborhood is 1 mile away from the train station and to take route 93 is kind of busy because of the traffic."
  • Anne K.
    "I’ve lived in Canton since 1997. I love the feel of the country yet the proximity to shopping malls, highways and Boston. Canton has a great community spirit, the schools are excellent and there are plenty of after school programs for children to join. "
  • Anne K.
    "Canton is a great community with plenty of after school activities, sports teams, parks and local summer camps. The teachers are heavily vested in the community and there are opportunities and programs for children at all levels."
  • Sheri Y. D.
    "Terrifying! Police refuse to help Tenants are the worst of the worst. Vandalism, people physically fighting, blasting music "
  • Anne K.
    "Having Blue Hills as well as several great parks makes Canton a great place to raise your family. Canton is also known for its youth hockey, baseball, football and soccer programs and teams. Arts and theatre programs are also available. The annual 4th of July fireworks and block party are always fun."
  • Cz2001
    "Canton is near highways easy to get to Boston and also two train stations, easy commute anywhere you want to go!"
  • Cz2001
    "Lived here for many years, and it’s the best place to live! It’s easy to get to Boston from Canton, it’s only 18 miles south of Boston"
  • Teresa k.
    "People are always walking dogs and both the people and dogs a are friendly at all hours of the day we have sidewalks so it is convenient and many families also walk with strollers and pets"
  • Finch3320
    "There are many families in our neighborhood who all look out for one another. Lots of children playing"
  • Ninoa13
    "our neighborhood is quiet and right off of the highway. we get the best of both worlds not to mention a bunch of golf courses nearby"
  • javaman888
    "Lots of privacy and nature, yet a minute or two to highways, major shopping, 20 mins to Boston"
  • Sis926
    "WE absolutely loe living in this fine, upscale neighborhood! It comes complete with privacy, great proximity to elementary and middle schools, as well as major highway routes and train! Loe living here! "

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Nadgla Anilus, Concept Properties, (617) 785-4886
Agent Phone: (617) 820-3505
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12 Danforth St, Canton, MA 02021 is a 6 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,416 sqft multi-family built in 1920. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS PIN on Dec 18, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 73462870.