8 Porter St, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130
About This Home
Experience a unique opportunity at 8 Porter St, Boston, MA, a distinguished multi-family residence constructed in 1905. This expansive property, encompassing 2997 square feet of living area on a 2574 square foot lot, presents a compelling blend of historical character and versatile living potential. The residence is configured across three stories, offering a substantial 8 bedrooms designed to accommodate diverse living arrangements or investment strategies. Complementing these living spaces are 3 full bathrooms, providing essential amenities for residents. This property represents a significant prospect for those seeking a substantial presence in a vibrant urban environment. We invite you to explore the possibilities this exceptional Boston multi-family residence offers.
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Very Limited Transit
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Materials
- Foundation: Stone,Brick/Mortar
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: 3 Family
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Finished area above ground: 2,997
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,997
- Total interior livable area: 2,997 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: W:11 P:01980 S:000,1350417
- Zoning: R3
Lot
- Lot size: 2,574 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved Drive,Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 4
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 | $10,108 | $121,296 |
| Home Insurance * | $332 | $3,984 |
| Property Taxes | $1,934 | $23,208 |
| Electricity | $590 | $7,091 |
| Total | $12,964 | $155,568 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-22 | Listed for sale | $1,998,999 |
| 2025-08-31 | Listing removed | $1,798,999 |
| 2024-09-03 | Listed for sale | $1,798,999 |
| 2024-07-22 | Listing removed | $1,799,999 |
| 2024-07-10 | Listed for sale | $1,799,999 |
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