81 Wayland St, Boston, MA, 02125
About This Home
A unique opportunity awaits you to acquire the ONLY AVAILABLE BOSTON SINGLE FAMILY FOR UNDER $450K. This condo-alternative offers no condo fee and a low cost of ownership, making it an ideal property for anyone seeking their entry into the Boston Market. The property boasts three levels of living, providing 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and an ideal canvas to complete the basement. Additionally, it includes off-street parking. Conveniently located between Roxbury and Dorchester, the property is walkable to several MBTA stops/stations, and just minutes away from highway access. The surrounding area is bustling with local stores and shops, making driving an optional choice.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Excellent Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1989
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other (See Remarks)
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Window(s) - Picture,Electric Dryer Hookup,Exterior Access,Washer Hookup,In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 29.3125
Bathroom2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 44.083333333
Bedroom2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 155.208333333
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Features
- Finished area below ground: 672
- Finished area above ground: 980
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric Baseboard,Electric
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,652
- Total interior livable area: 1,652 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Exterior, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 139.6875
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 208.6875
Master Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 175.902777777
Property
Details
- Parcel number: W:13 P:00896 S:015,1293789
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: R1
- Exclusions: Owner's Personal Belongings
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Lot
- Lot size: 2,002 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street,Paved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,149 | $25,788 |
| Home Insurance * | $198 | $2,376 |
| Property Taxes | $408 | $4,896 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $3,109 | $37,308 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-09 | Price change | $415,000 |
| 2026-07-14 | Listed for sale | $425,000 |
| 2017-10-30 | Sold | $265,000 |
| 2011-04-08 | Sold | $158,000 |
| 2010-10-30 | Price change | $169,000 |
| 2010-10-09 | Price change | $176,000 |
| 2010-08-17 | Price change | $179,000 |
| 2010-07-20 | Listed for sale | $195,000 |
| 2010-01-09 | Listing removed | $199,900 |
| 2009-11-07 | Listed for sale | $199,900 |
| 2006-08-09 | Sold | $2,000 |
| 2003-12-01 | Sold | $88,000 |
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