Single Family

10 Ellswood Street

West Roxbury, MA 2132 · MLS 73593663

$690,000

3 bd · 1 ba · 1,228 sqft

  • Beds3
  • Baths1
  • Sq Ft1,228
  • Year1960
  • StyleRanch
  • $ / Sq Ft$562
  • HOA—
  • Taxes$8,214
  • Parking—
  • Lot5728.0
  • MLS73593663
  • StatusActive

About this home

Set on a quiet dead-end street in desirable West Roxbury, this 3-bedroom home offers a functional layout, great outdoor space, and opportunity to personalize and enhance over time. Enter at street level into a finished tiled foyer and convenient drop zone, or directly through the attached garage. Upstairs, an oversized living room offers flexibility for both living and dining, flowing into the eat-in kitchen with an open layout and sightlines ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A convenient side entrance adds to the kitchen's functionality. Just beyond, a hallway leads to a full bathroom with a tiled tub and shower. Three cozy bedrooms complete the main living level, including two overlooking the backyard. Hardwood floors run throughout the home, complemented by fresh paint throughout. Downstairs, the basement offers laundry, generous storage, and a walkout with potential for future finishing. Outside, the expansive, flat, fully fenced backyard is a true highlight, offering privacy and room to garden, entertain, play, or enjoy the outdoors. An oversized shed/workshop with electricity adds versatility, with further potential as a studio, expanded storage, workout space, etcetera. Enjoy the ease of this efficient home while exploring its possibilities over time, all with easy access to West Roxbury's shops, restaurants, Millennium Park, West Roxbury Commuter Rail Station, the 37 bus and major commuting routes.

AI comment

This looks like a practical, efficient ranch with strong upside for a buyer who values outdoor space and is willing to make updates over time. The layout appears functional, with main-level bedrooms and living areas plus basement storage and future finishing potential. The fenced backyard and powered shed/workshop are notable strengths, especially for gardening, hobbies, or additional storage. Buyers should verify condition details carefully, since the listing emphasizes personalization and potential rather than completed upgrades.

PROS
- Quiet dead-end street location in West Roxbury with access to shops, restaurants, transit, Millennium Park, and commuting routes.
- Flat, fully fenced backyard offers usable outdoor space and privacy.
- Attached garage plus street-level foyer/drop zone adds convenience.
- Hardwood floors and fresh paint throughout are positive interior features.
- Basement includes laundry, storage, walkout access, and potential for future finishing.

CONS
- Only one full bathroom, which may be limiting for some households.
- Listing suggests opportunity to personalize and enhance, so buyers should budget for possible updates.
- Basement is described as having future finishing potential, indicating it is not currently finished living space.
- Lot data appears inconsistent: listed as 5,728 square feet but also shown as 5,728 acres, which should be verified.
- Feature entries include vague items such as “Other (See Remarks)” and “Varies per Unit,” which should be clarified for a single-family listing.

Features

  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Fenced Yard
  • Other (See Remarks)
  • Varies per Unit

Location

DirectionsMore in West Roxbury

More about West Roxbury

West Roxbury Profile Snapshot
Primary Vibe Quiet and residential neighborhood with tree-lined streets, parks, and a more suburban feel within Boston. Popular with families and buyers seeking space.
Housing Prices Prices vary by property type and condition. Single-family homes with yards command premiums. Multi-family properties offer additional options.
Commute to Boston Commuter rail and bus routes provide access. Driving is common. Parking and outdoor space are more available than in denser neighborhoods.
Schools Served by Boston Public Schools. Confirm assignments with the district. The area has a residential community character.
Market Steady demand for residential properties with space. Updated homes near the village center attract interest.
Housing Styles Single-family homes, multi-family properties, and limited condominiums. Outdoor space is a consistent advantage.

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