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Sold on 01/20/2026

26 Portsmouth St, Brighton, MA 02135

  • $1,262,500

    Last sold 01/20/2026 after 8 Days

  • 3

    bed

  • 3

    bath

  • 2,314

    Sqft ($546/Sqft)

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About 26 Portsmouth St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1900
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 4,886 Sqft
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Rental estimate
Property description
On the market for the very first time, find this well-loved home tucked in the economic hub between Harvard's Allston Campus and the New Balance Headquarters. Walk .5 miles to Boston Landing, then ride the commuter rail 2 stops and you're in downtown Boston. A rare find for location and quality with 3+ beds, 2.5 baths, natural light, high ceilings, beautiful moldings, open kitchen/dining, central A/C, 3 pkg spots and optimal space layout. Enjoy indoor/outdoor flow to the back deck from both the kitchen/dining area and the inviting family room with a charming gas fireplace. Upstairs, enjoy a luxurious private primary suite with ensuite bath and two perfect bedrooms. Proper stairs lead to two lovely bonus rooms on the third floor. Across the street at Portsmouth St. Playground, run/ski on the track, walk pets, use the playscape or just relax. In the lower level find a second fridge, laundry area, workshop, great storage and walk out access to the backyard. Suburban peace and location!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Deirdre O'Connor
Listing Office - Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#73467694 • last updated 2 months ago
Movoto checked MLS Property Information Network, Inc. for data 10 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
Heating Central, Forced Air, Oil, Hydro Air
Levels/Style Colonial
MLS # 73467694
Type Residential
Status Closed
SubType Single Family Residence
SqFt 2314
Lot Size (SqFt) 4886
Lot Size (Acres) 0.11
Annual Property Tax 13087.7
Year Built 1900
Interior
Bathroom 2 Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Lighting - Sconce
Bathroom 3 Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink
Primary Bathroom Yes
Total # of Bathrooms 3
Bathroom 1 Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce
# Full Baths 2
# Half Baths 1
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Bedroom 3 Closet, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
Bedroom 2 Closet, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
Basement Full, Walk-Out Access, Concrete, Unfinished
Family Room Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead, 12.166667
Living Room Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Window Seat
Dining Room First, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
Total # of Rooms 7
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, In Basement
Kitchen Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Pine, Concrete, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
# Fireplaces 1
Accessibility Features No
Interior Features Storage, Lighting - Overhead, Walk-In Closet(s), Attic Access, Recessed Lighting, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic
Fireplace Family Room
Window Features Insulated Windows
Exterior
Foundation Block, Stone
Roof Shingle
Parking Desc Paved Drive, Off Street, On Street, Deeded, Paved
# Parking Spaces 3
Exterior Features Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters
Patio/ Porch Deck - Exterior, Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite
Other Structures Workshop
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer Public Sewer
Utilities For Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Electricity 200+ Amp Service
Water Source Public
Location
County Suffolk
Community Features Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station, Sidewalks
Elementary School Boston Public Schools
Middle School Boston Public Schools
High School Boston Public Schools
Zoning R1
APN W:22 P:00738 S:000
Directions From Leo Birmingham Parkway, Take Waverly St (one-way), Then Take A Right Onto Portsmouth (two-way)
Lot/ Land Details
Road Frontage Public
Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road
  • Mar 2026
    mls logo MLS # 73467694
  • Mar 6, 2026 Sold
    $1,262,500 (-0.2%)
  • Jan 21, 2026 Active
  • Jan 12, 2026 Listed
    $1,265,000

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