439 Walnut Ave, Boston, MA 02119
SOLD
SEP 22, 2025

439 Walnut Ave
Boston, MA 02119

Jamaica Plain
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,610 sqft

$700,000

Last Sold: Sep 22, 2025
12% below list $799K
$268/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,983/mo*
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$700,000

Last Sold: Sep 22, 2025
12% below list $799K
$268/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,983/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,610 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Unlock the potential of this rare 2-family property located in one of Boston’s most dynamic and evolving neighborhoods. Situated directly across from White Stadium and Franklin Park, 439 Walnut Ave offers unmatched proximity to green space, public transportation, and the cultural heart of Jamaica Plain. Easy access to the Orange Line & major bus routes to Downtown Boston, Northeastern University, and Longwood Medical Area. This property needs significant renovation—ideal for investors, developers, or savvy buyers looking to build value in a high-demand area. Each unit provides generous square footage and flexible layout opportunities to reimagine and maximize rental income or resale value. Additional opportunity in the walk-out basement. Whether you’re looking to renovate and rent, condo-convert, or flip, this property checks all the right boxes for location and long-term value. This is a rare opportunity to add value in a location with strong rental demand and future appreciation.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from September 22, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Yes
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$268/sqft
Listed
176 days ago

Home Details for 439 Walnut Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 12
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2610 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Individually Metered
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Varies
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 3Floors: Varies

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: EnclosedExterior: BalconyFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
No Garage
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2610

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Building
Does Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Seller’s Personal PropertyParcel Number: 3399846

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $799,000Price Per Sqft: $268/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jul 08 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Boston

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2610 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, UniversityNot Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2500 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&SListing Terms: Contract

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73378254Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2610

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkWalk/Jog TrailsMedical FacilityLaundromatHighway AccessHouse of WorshipT-StationUniversity
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Guimares Group, (774) 221-7120
Conway - Hanover, (781) 826-3131
Alana White, (781) 424-2624
Bought with: Guimares Group, (774) 221-7120, Conway - Hanover, (781) 826-3131
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73378254

Price History for 439 Walnut Ave

DatePriceEventSource
09/22/2025$700,000Sold
MLS PIN #73378254
07/08/2025$799,000ContingentMLS PIN #73378254
05/21/2025$799,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73378254

Market trends in Jamaica Plain

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$713K
$4.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$637
$14MoM
Available listings
121
25MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,792
Assessment$672,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 439 Walnut Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4 Ruthven St, Boston, MA
0.25
Multi-Family Home
$750,000
12/19/25
7
3
3,117
20 Chilcott Pl, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.13
Multi-Family Home
$1,650,000
12/23/25
5
2
3,208
43 Iffley Rd, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.10
Multi-Family Home
$1,270,000
10/06/25
9
3
3,663
28 Wabon St, Boston, MA
0.57
Multi-Family Home
$900,000
11/03/25
5
2
1,790
136-138 Homestead St, Dorchester, MA
0.46
Multi-Family Home
$850,000
12/05/25
6
2
3,714
6-6 Weldon St #8, Dorchester, MA
0.82
Multi-Family Home
$570,000
08/25/25
5
2.5
2,422
18 Westminster Ave, Roxbury, MA
0.30
Multi-Family Home
$1,080,000
10/15/25
5
3
3,037
54 Rossmore Rd, Jamaica Plain, MA
0.71
Multi-Family Home
$1,005,000
07/24/25
5
3
2,380
18 Holborn St, Boston, MA
0.81
Multi-Family Home
$1,000,000
10/20/25
5
3
2,268

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Neighborhood Overview

Jamaica Plain
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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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Felix R.
    "Dog owners can walk their dog around the neighborhood plus can go into the cemetery. I’m not much of a pet person...so. "
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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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439 Walnut Ave, Boston, MA 02119 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,610 sqft multi-family built in 1900. 439 Walnut Ave is located in Jamaica Plain, Boston. This property is not currently available for sale. 439 Walnut Ave was last sold on Sep 22, 2025 for $700,000 (12% lower than the asking price of $799,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 439 Walnut Ave is $1,014,100.