28 Bowditch Rd, Boston, MA 02130
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OFF MARKET

28 Bowditch Rd
Boston, MA 02130

Jamaica Plain
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,920 sqft

$1,495,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,432/mo*
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$1,495,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,432/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,920 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools30 Preschool Schools31 Elementary Schools20 Middle Schools19 High Schools
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1952
Living Area
1,920 sqft
Price/Sqft
$779
Parking
Garage

Description

Architecturally appointed easy living in this tasteful 3+ Bedroom, 2 Bath home set on a Moss Hill cul-de-sac. The flexible floor plan offers single-floor living with options for lower level spaces for living, working, playroom or hobbies. Entry level hosts a Foyer, a spacious Living Room with lovely wood-burning fireplace, formal Dining Room, Kitchen with pantry, center island and a built-in desk area, a heated Sunroom and 3 Bedrooms, the third currently used as a Den with custom bookcases. The expansive lower level includes a laundry room and options for a bedroom, study, office and workshop or gym. Central air and direct entry 2-car garage. Professionally landscaped 9000 sq ft lot hosts attached greenhouse, gorgeous front and private rear gardens with select trees and plantings, as well as patio and beautiful fenced backyard. On the slope of Moss Hill and close to Jamaica Pond, and all of Jamaica Plain's natural, cultural, and culinary treasures!
28 Bowditch Rd, Boston, MA 02130 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,920 sqft single-family home in Jamaica Plain, built in 1952. It last sold for $1,232,000 on May 11, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,495,600, with a rent estimate of $4,623/month.

Home Details for 28 Bowditch Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: WoodLawn
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1952Year Updated: 2001
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9147 sqft

Additional Information

Greenhouse

Price History for 28 Bowditch Rd

DatePriceEventSource
05/11/2021$1,232,000Sold
LINK #217646
03/20/2021$1,100,000PendingMLS PIN #72795625
03/16/2021$1,100,000ContingentMLS PIN #72795625
03/09/2021$1,100,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #72795625
03/16/2018$950,000Sold
N/A
02/06/2018$885,000PendingAgent Provided
01/31/2018$885,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/04/2003$725,000Sold
LINK #39684
12/16/1997$250,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Jamaica Plain

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$764K
$81.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.9%
1.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$644
$16MoM
Available listings
140
8MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$12,992
Assessment$1,121,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 28 Bowditch Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
11 Furnival Rd, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,255,000
11/12/25
3
2
1,535
33 Pond Cir, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,850,000
08/18/25
3
2
2,132
419 Pond St, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,315,000
08/01/25
3
2.5
1,794
2 Rockwood Ter, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,167,000
11/14/25
4
3
2,204
26 Slocum Rd, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,775,001
05/15/26
3
3
2,677
16 Parkside Dr, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,435,000
02/18/26
4
3.5
2,624
20 Rambler Rd, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$930,000
07/15/26
3
1.5
1,271
83 Whitcomb Ave, Boston, MA
0.53
Single-Family Home
$1,123,000
12/30/25
3
1.5
1,688
57 Louders Ln, Boston, MA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
01/23/26
4
3
2,228
5 Malcolm Rd, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.57
Single-Family Home
$890,000
11/24/25
3
2
1,774

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Jamaica Plain

At least 472 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 82 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 78 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 70 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say parking is easy

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 47 % Say there are community events

  • 38 % Say it's quiet

  • 38 % Say car is needed

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  • kthrn
    "There are lots of places to walk your dog here, but lots of people have their dogs off leash, so it can be unpleasant and/or dangerous. Many people also have dogs that really shouldn’t live in apartments, so barking is a problem."
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  • Esmerlina Herrera
    "The community give a way toys for the kids and clothes also for Christmas, the have a little pantry that’s they server food and clothes for the kids "
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    "I usually don’t need a car. I can walk to stores, restaurants, and doctors. And there are plenty of public transportation options. But for some doctors and some stores a car is more convenient. "
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  • Ekirleis
    "My commute into downtown on the T is very easy and now reliable. Getting around by car is a nightmare due to Wu’s speed bumps. Bike lanes are good but, not well thought out."
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  • Ekirleis
    "Porchfest, Open Studios, JP Music Fest, Lantern Fest, Sam Adams and its Oktoberfest, Impromptu bar crawls. Franklin Park Turkey Trot. Earth Day. "
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  • Annie H
    "It is diverse and has a lot of stuff going on. People are generally very neighborly and I always feel safe. "
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  • Rmmsail
    "5 minute walk to the MBTA then just 20 minutes downtown on the train. Quicker than driving during the morning and later afternoon traffic "
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  • Trulia User
    "Many parks for the kids and plenty of food in the area. Overall safe and well lit during the evening hours. "
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  • Trulia User
    "They would love this area! This area is filled with dog lovers and there are plenty of areas to walk your dog."
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  • Trulia User
    "I live on a main road so my access to public transportation is ok, and I'm no too far from the orange line as well."
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice park nearby with presumably parasite-infested fountain, fantastic ice cream, dogs seem friendly"
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  • Trulia User
    "Family oriented, LGBTQ friendly, healthy eateries, artsy, easy to navigate through, lots of public transportation options, local events and lots of green spaces."
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  • Trulia User
    "Everyone like dogs here we have a lot parks and place to walk then .is a very friendly dog area all dogs welcomed."
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood is very dog friendly, with the Southwest Corridor Park connecting to several other green spaces."
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  • Trulia User
    "Family friendly and incredibly welcoming. Excellent place for just about everyone. The parks and open spaces are a refreshing sight in the middle of the city."
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  • Trulia User
    "There are a lot of places to walk and run around the area so they would like it. There is also a good amount of nature around. "
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  • Trulia User
    "parents should be mindful of thickly rural areas. Busy intersections. Nice neighborhood with huge backyards good schools great public transportation."
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  • Trulia User
    "Low property taxes are offset by the need to send your kids to private schools. Great neighborhood for adults but kids can feel “trapped” in their houses. "
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  • Trulia User
    "A friendly diverse community nested in the greenest area in Boston. A community of foodies with a high concentration of high quality and diverse restaurants."
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  • Trulia User
    "Easy, forest hills train stop is right near my apartment. Orange line. Also have green street and stonybrook in JP"
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of playgrounds around and a nice elementary school community. JP is a very popular neighborhood for people with young kids."
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  • Estrella F.
    "well I for starters I've lived here for more than 10 yrs an I feel safe for the most part,I have 9 grandchildren that has been raised here in this neighborhood an they love it feel good in the area Thr commute is Great it's practically is like door to door service.i love to commute never miss a bus because for the part they are on time praise the Lord for that an everything else in life"
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  • Unaflor8
    "You see people walking their dogs all the time, esp behind green st bike path. Lots of dogs around, people also bring their dogs to the arboretum. "
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  • Tyler W.
    "Group events at the park near stony brook station with small social gatherings & local eateries hosting social events "
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  • Estrella F.
    "Hi it's ok to live here people look after children that parents just send outside with out no supervision I do look after my grandkids an other people kids out of living room. window everybody knows me around here people like that parents should be more focused on their own kids. their is alot of parks around to take your children an Grandkids too.i think J.P is one of best neighborhoods to live in "
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  • Kieon S.
    "bad for dogs that don't like seeing other dogs, sometimes people don't pick up after their dogs otherwise pretty great"
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  • Tanisha R.
    "I've lived in the area almost four years now, and other than the fire departments sirens late night. It's pretty quiet. Decent Basic needs shopping, and overall nice area."
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  • Koral H.
    "Great place to own dogs as long as you pick up after your self and curb your dog some of my neighborhoods dislike win dogs pee on their grass "
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  • Fred
    "JP exemplifies an urban community that embraces diversity. There is a strong representation of persons who champion social issues. Corporate hegemony is strongly discouraged."
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  • Kelsey V.
    "Options available wherever you are both train and bus. You can walk to the train stations or get on a bus."
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  • Sharon
    "I love jp sometimes, lots of shootings in the hood though. But it’s really nice in the nice places. I love the fact that the stores are so close, the park, the Everything "
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  • Megobrien27
    "I just moved here and I love it. Super friendly neighbors, a lot of young families and tons of green space. "
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  • Armando O.
    "Diverse , Full of Great restaurants. Schools close to home. We have the arboretum as our play ground and exercise location."
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  • Madeepooh
    "I grew up in this neighborhood and have not left. My kids are also here growing up in JP. So convenient to everything! "
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  • Madeepooh
    "Great trains station very close by. Really no need for a car around here. Lots of families. Lots of good small company stores "
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  • Jsb0050
    "Forest Hills Station has commuter rail in addition to orange line. Super quick and easy commute to my office in Back Bay. "
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  • Qawray
    "everything. a rt, music, food, festivals, diversity, mbta..., bike lanes, easy out of town, not easy to get in. micro brewery, the famous JP Licks."
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  • Sarah G.
    "JP has tons of parks and family oriented spaces which is great. Everyone that I’ve met here is very friendly, too."
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  • Kayla P.
    "I love living in Jamaica Plain! It’s so accessible to the city but feels like you can get away from the city walking the pond "
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  • Vee
    " this is an art community we have a Samuel Adams Brewery we run music in the park we have Trails biking tennis courts cute little shops great places to eat it's just a wonderful area"
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