Massachusetts
Boston
98 Babson Street

$679,000

98 Babson Street, Boston, MA 02126

4 beds |
2 baths |
2,502 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
5,663sqft lot
—— car garage
$271/sqft
Listed 8 days ago

Property Description

Welcome to this spacious Mansard Colonial—one of the largest homes in Mattapan’s diverse, family-friendly neighborhood! Built in 1900, this grand Boston residence blends historic charm with incredible potential. With 2,502 square feet of living space, it offers four generous bedrooms (with the flexibility to create a fifth), a large walk-in master closet, and two full bathrooms—one already customized for a steam shower hookup. The home also includes a full unfinished basement, ideal for storage or future customization. Outside, enjoy a huge backyard—perfect for gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing outdoors. Set on a 5,844-square-foot lot, the property is conveniently located within walking distance of the scenic Neponset Greenway Trail and close to everything Mattapan has to offer. While the house needs updating, it provides a rare opportunity to create your dream home while building significant equity. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a true Boston classic!

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: September 25, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:: Olde Towne Real Estate Co. : 617-822-0300
Listing Agent:: David D. Adams Jr. : 857-237-4226
MLS ID:: 73436085

Appliances: Gas Water HeaterRangeDishwasherRefrigerator
Laundry: Gas Dryer HookupWasher HookupIn Basement
Basement: FullUnfinished
Flooring: WoodHardwood
A/C: None
Heating: Forced Air
Fireplace: FireplaceFireplaces: 1

Style: Colonial
Parking: Paved DriveTandem

Roofing: ShingleSlate
General: FrameStone

Road/Access: Public
Originating MLS: MLS Property Information Network
County: Suffolk

Zoning: 999991360794

Utilities: for Gas RangeWasher Hookup110 Volts
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: MLS Property Information Network

This listing courtesy of David D. Adams Jr., Olde Towne Real Estate Co.

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Location

Schools Nearby

Ellison / Parks Early Education School

108 Babson St, Mattapan, MA, 02126

Grades EE-3

0.05 miles away

Mildred Avenue K-8 School

5 Mildred Ave, Mattapan, MA, 02126

Grades KG-8

0.25 miles away

Boston International High School

100 Maxwell St, Dorchester Center, MA, 02124

Grades 9-12

0.82 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.