One word to describe this home, OPPORTUNITY!!! Longtime family-owned home located in sought after Brighton, perfectly situated on a gorgeous tree lined street neighborhood.This charming single-family home is ready for its next chapter needing deferred maintenance throughout. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath property offers solid bones and endless potential for renovation, expansion, or customization. The walk up attic offers even more living space potential. The oversized city backyard is perfect for summer BBQ's or possible expansion on the existing house. Ideal opportunity for contractors, investors, or owner-occupants looking to build equity in a highly sought-after neighborhood. Excellent location, close to BU, Boston College, near public transportation, parks, restaurants, the Charles River and ALL Brighton has to offer. Truly a must see!!
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Last Checked: June 18th, 2026 at 6:03am (Source: MLS PIN #73527564)
Garage Parking
Air Conditioning
Waterview
Lead Paint Free
General Information for 79 Goodenough Street, Boston MA 02135
Listing ID73527564
Property TypeSingle Family / Detached
Price$650,000 ($464.29/SqFt)
StyleColonial
CityBoston
CountySuffolk
MLS AreaBrighton
Neighborhood(s)
Garage Parking1
ZoningRE
Year Built1935
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Year Built DetailsApproximate
Interior Features for 79 Goodenough Street, Boston MA 02135
Approximate Living Area Total1400
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Rooms7
Bedrooms3
Primary En Suite BathroomNo
BasementFull
Cooling1, Split
Fireplaces
AppliancesRange
FlooringTile
Electric220 Volts
Exterior Features for 79 Goodenough Street, Boston MA 02135
Approximate Lot Size (Acres)0.12
Approximate Lot Size (Square Feet)5101
Total Parking6 (1 Garage)
Garage Parking1
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping
Parking Features1
Exterior FeaturesPorch
Foundation Area0
Foundation Materials
Construction MaterialsFrame
Road Frontage Type
Patio & PorchCovered
Roof MaterialAsphalt/fiberglass Shingles
Utility Connections110 Volts
Water ViewsNo
Water Views Features
Waterfront0
Waterfront Features
Pool Features
Horse Permitted0
Horse Amenities
Disclosures for 79 Goodenough Street, Boston MA 02135
Lead PaintNone
UFFINo
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Living Area Disclosure
Building Area SourceMeasured
Special Listing Conditions
ExclusionsRefrigerator And Some Personal Belongings
Compensation Based On
Financial Information for 79 Goodenough Street, Boston MA 02135
Association Fee
Association Fee Frequency
Association Fee Includes
Real Estate Tax5380.33
Tax Year2026
Assessed Value$781,700
Location Information for 79 Goodenough Street, Boston MA 02135
Neighborhood(s)
MLS AreaBrighton
Area AmenitiesWalk/jog Trails
Contact Information for 79 Goodenough Street, Boston MA 02135