Single Family

9 Newbern Street

Jamaica Plain, MA 2130 · MLS 73593621

$1,395,000

6 bd · 2 ba · 2,630 sqft

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Beds6
Baths2
Sq Ft2,630
Year1887
StyleVictorian
$ / Sq Ft$530
HOA—
Taxes$13,222
Parking—
Lot5080.0
MLS73593621
StatusActive

About this home

Offered for the first time in more than 50 years, 9 Newbern Street is a substantial Sumner Hill home, rich with history, original architectural detail and extraordinary potential. Lovingly held by the same family since 1971-and the place where 11 children were raised-the home now awaits its next chapter. Set up on the hillside with a welcoming covered front porch, a gracious center staircase, coved plaster ceilings in the living and dining rooms and six bedrooms spanning the second and third floors provide the bones for a truly special restoration. The home offers a rare opportunity to thoughtfully reimagine a large, character-filled central Jamaica Plain residence.

AI comment

This is a character-driven Victorian with substantial interior scale and a clear restoration angle rather than a turnkey presentation. The long-term family ownership and preserved details such as coved plaster ceilings, a center staircase, and a covered porch give it authenticity that renovation-minded buyers may value. The layout, with bedrooms across the upper floors and only two full baths, may require modernization depending on intended use. Overall,

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Jamaica Plain Profile	Snapshot
Primary Vibe	Progressive and community-oriented neighborhood with parks, Jamaica Pond, and a strong local dining scene. Popular with buyers seeking green space and transit access.
Housing Prices	Prices vary by location and condition. Properties near the pond or Centre Street command premiums. Multi-family homes offer rental potential.
Commute to Boston	Orange Line stations provide direct access. Walking and bus options exist. Parking is more available than downtown but still constrained.
Schools	Served by Boston Public Schools. Confirm assignments with the district. The area is generally well regarded for its community feel.
Market	Steady demand supported by parks and character. Updated properties near transit or green space attract interest.
Housing Styles	Multi-family homes, condominiums, and older residential buildings. Outdoor space and pond views are premiums.

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