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$999,999

968 River St, Boston MA 02136
Boston, MA 02136
Listed by Deb Jones McIntyre
Bedrooms
9
Bathrooms
3
Living area
3,942 sqft
Year built
1905

About this home

Unlock serious equity with this versatile Hyde Park three-decker! Perfectly positioned near the vibrant energy of Cleary Square, 968 River Street offers a rare chance to anchor your investment portfolio or off-set your mortgage payment as an owner-occupant. Each of the three spacious units features a 3BR/1BA layout with generous windows and classic charm, including front and side porches. The heavy lifting is done with significant recent updates: revamped electrical (2021), two brand-new heating systems (2026), and updated hot water heaters (2021, 2023). This turnkey peace of mind is a major win for any savvy buyer. Adding even more value is the convenience of off-street parking for three vehicles, a true commodity in this area. Enjoy being moments away from local dining, shops and seamless transit options. With strong curb appeal and prime positioning, this property is a standout choice for building long-term wealth. Don't miss this high-potential opportunity!

Property details

MLS #
73585087
Property type
3 Family
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
1
On market date
October 1, 2026
Stories
3
Total bathrooms
3
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
3
Lot size
0.11 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
James J Chittick
0.62 mi away · Grades -1-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
224
Student:teacher ratio
7.7:1
District
Boston
Middle
Charles S Pierce Middle
1.54 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
928
Student:teacher ratio
12.1:1
District
Milton
HighCharter
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
0.17 mi away · Grades 6-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
696
Student:teacher ratio
10.2:1
District
Boston Preparatory Charter Public (District)

Walkability

Blended score for Boston's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

81
Highly walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
13.5 / 20 -- Above average walkable
Google Places amenity density
100 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores8
Parks20
Schools20
Transit stops20
Pharmacies2

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Boston, from live MLS data.

On the market 1 days -- 115 fewer days than Boston's current average of 116 days.
For reference, the median list price across 8,329 active listings in Boston right now is $24,000.

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Est. monthly payment
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$200,000 down
$799,999 loan
Principal & interest$5,189
Property tax (est.)$833
Home insurance (est.)$150

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