Boston Homes with Cape Style

Welcome to the historic charm of Boston, Massachusetts—an iconic city that seamlessly blends rich history with vibrant modern living. Nestled in Suffolk County, Boston is renowned for its cobblestone streets, world-class educational institutions, and a thriving cultural scene. Whether you're wandering through the Freedom Trail, savoring clam chowder at a local eatery, or catching a game at Fenway Park, Boston offers a unique blend of experiences that cater to every lifestyle.

For those seeking a home that embodies New England charm, look no further than Cape-style houses. These delightful homes, often characterized by their steep roofs, dormer windows, and symmetrical facades, are a staple in the Boston area. With their cozy, inviting layouts, Cape-style homes are perfect for families and individuals alike. They typically feature a versatile floor plan that maximizes space, offering opportunities for customization and personalization.

Living in a Cape-style home in Boston means embracing a lifestyle steeped in tradition while enjoying modern amenities. Many of these residences are situated in picturesque neighborhoods that boast tree-lined streets and a strong sense of community. Imagine sipping your morning coffee on a sunlit porch or hosting gatherings in a spacious backyard—Cape-style homes provide the perfect backdrop for creating lasting memories.

In Boston, you’re not just buying a home; you’re investing in a lifestyle rich with history, culture, and community. Explore the possibilities and discover your dream Cape-style home in this vibrant city where every corner tells a story.

Newest Boston Homes with Cape Style

$725,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73590995 MLS

OPEN HOUSE CANCELED OFFER ACCEPTED! Rare opportunity in one of West Roxbury’s most sought-after neighborhoods, where homes on this desirable cul-de-sac seldom come to market! This charming 3–4 bedroom Cape blends classic character with exceptional versatility. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout, while a cozy gas fireplace creates the perfect gathering spot in the living room. A first-floor bedroom offers flexibility for guests, a home office, or one-level living. The full finished basement is a standout feature, offering incredible potential for an ADU, complete with an existing full bathroom and kitchenette. Step outside to a spacious deck overlooking a private backyard—ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying warm summer evenings. A rare combination of location, charm, space, and future potential, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!

15 Bryant Rd, Boston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Karyn McMahon from Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty.

$525,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 73589540 MLS

Situated at 59 Birchcroft Rd, Boston, MA, this 1945 single-family residence offers 977 square feet of refined living space. This property presents an opportunity to establish a distinguished presence within a desirable Boston locale. The residence features two well-proportioned bedrooms, providing comfortable private accommodations. A single full bathroom serves the home's needs with practical elegance. Complementing the interior, the property boasts a generous 4452 square foot lot, offering ample outdoor potential. A single-car garage provides convenient parking and additional storage. This sophisticated property invites discerning buyers to explore its potential.

59 Birchcroft Rd, Boston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Clarence Morson from Listing Office: eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office.

$699,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73587788 MLS

Lovingly maintained by the same family since 1960, this charming Hyde Park home offers refinished hardwood floors, newer windows and appliances, fresh interior paint, and a new walkway. Two driveways provide parking for up to four vehicles. Desirable residential location close to parks, playgrounds, tennis courts, walking trails, shopping, and dining, with convenient access to Boston, the Longwood Medical Area, and surrounding communities. A wonderful opportunity to make this well-loved home your own. Open house this weekend, 10/10 & 10/11, 12pm - 2pm

124 Windham Rd, Boston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Elvis Doda from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Milton.

$775,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73587559 MLS

Set directly across from Stony Brook Reservation with trails to explore, this 3-bed, 2-bath Hyde Park home offers just under 2,000 sqft of comfortable living space. The front door opens to a living room centered around a fireplace, and around the corner, the kitchen features quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances and opens into the dining area. The main level also includes a full bath and a bedroom with a bright sunroom off of it, ideal as a home office. Upstairs, a bath with a glass-and-tile shower and double vanity sits between 2 more bedrooms, including an oversized primary suite with room for a sitting area. The partially finished basement is set up well for a home gym, theater room, or flex space. Outside, the fenced-in backyard is made for entertaining and includes a storage shed. A 1-car garage with additional storage above rounds out this home. Moments from multiple commuter line stops make commuting into the city easy!

224 Turtle Pond Pkwy, Boston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: The RP Group from Listing Office: Compass.

$629,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73586625 MLS

LOCATION, LOCATION — has NEVER been truer; don’t let the address fool you!Welcome to 3 Old Morton Street, where city convenience meets an incredible location near Lower Mills and convenient to Ashmont. Enjoy easy access to St. Greg’s, St. John Paul II School, Walsh Park, Dorchester Park, and the many shops, restaurants and local favorites of Lower Mills and Ashmont, including the famous Ice Creamsmith. Nearby bus lines, MBTA access and convenient routes to downtown Boston put so much within easy reach.Inside, the home has benefited from numerous updates while still offering the opportunity to add your own finishing touches. The main level offers flexible first-floor living, with gorgeous hardwood floors, updated windows, a kitchen, a newly updated bathroom with a walk-in tiled shower, and the versatility of a first-floor bedroom. The flexible layout provides options for a bedroom, home office or guest space. Bonus: the heating system is approximately 10 years old.And then there’s the backyard! Set on an incredible double lot, this property offers an exceptional amount of outdoor space for the city. The expansive green backyard provides plenty of room for outdoor entertaining, gardening, recreation or simply relaxing outside, while a new storage shed adds convenience. Step into the backyard and you may completely forget you’re in Boston.With its combination of updates, flexible first-floor living, incredible double lot and convenient location near Lower Mills, Ashmont, parks, shops, restaurants and public transportation, 3 Old Morton Street offers something increasingly hard to find: space and convenience, all in one place. Property is being sold as is.

3 Old Morton St, Boston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Karolina Brotschi from Listing Office: Kelly Group Properties.

$675,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 73584845 MLS

Welcome to this charming Cape, nestled on one of the cutest streets in town! Step inside this bright and airy home, where a comfortable and flowing floor plan welcomes you.The spacious living room features a large picture window that fills the space with natural light, a beautiful wood-burning fireplace with dentil moulding, and hardwood floors that continue throughout the home. The living room opens to a versatile adjoining space that can be used as a cozy sitting area, home office, playroom, or whatever best suits your needs.The beautifully updated kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a large breakfast bar with plenty of seating. A dedicated dining area provides the perfect setting for everyday meals or entertaining guests.There is also plenty of potential for future expansion! The lower level features a large, open basement with direct walkout access to the patio and backyard. Some updates include roof and gutters 2018 and boiler 2023... Outside, enjoy a lovely fenced-in yard with mature plantings and a convenient storage shed.Ideally located near major highways, restaurants, shops, public transportation, the VA Hospital, and more, this home offers both charm and convenience. Come see all that this wonderful property has to offer—you won't want to miss it!

103 Eastwood Circuit, Boston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Marika Gaurenszky from Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty.

$525,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 73583789 MLS

Welcome to 88 Wordsworth Street! A great alternative to a condo, this charming 2+ bedroom, 1 bathroom single family home sits on a 2,500 SF lot in the desirable East Boston neighborhood of Orient Heights. The thoughtfully designed first floor features an inviting living room, eat-in kitchen, and full bathroom. Upstairs, you’ll find two comfortable bedrooms plus a versatile bonus space ideal for a home office or den. The spacious unfinished basement offers laundry, well-maintained utilities, and ample storage. Outside, enjoy a generous backyard with plenty of room to relax, entertain, or garden. Additional highlights include central air, a new roof installed in 2024, and systems serviced annually. Conveniently located near neighborhood shops, restaurants, major highways, public transportation, and the beach, 88 Wordsworth Street offers an excellent combination of space, convenience, and East Boston living.

88 Wordsworth St, Boston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Leavitt + Co Team from Listing Office: Compass.

$829,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73583773 MLS

Welcome to this charming single family brick in the heart of Roslindale. This turn key home is beautifully laid out with a lovely fireplace and mantle in your living room, large eat in kitchen with enough room for a table to dine, a separate dining room for hosting and two large bedrooms upstairs. There is a first floor bathroom and a fenced in yard off of the kitchen with a nice porch and bonus nook for relaxing while you grill and enjoy your backyard. Hardwood floors throughout, freshly painted, a lovely landing as you walk upstairs and two spacious bedrooms on the second floor and a full bathroom. The basement has a fireplace and has so much potential for a play room, home office, gym or whatever your heart desires. Dead end street and easy access to commuter rail, forest hills, highways, Pete Hill, the Arboretum, Longwood, Fenway and everything the city has to offer. Spend your weekends strolling to the seasonal farmer's market or dining in Roslindale Village. There are so many restaurants, bars and breweries to chose from. You don't' want to miss this one! It is a true GEM!

31 Zeller St, Boston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Leigh Gilmore from Listing Office: Gilmore Murphy Realty LLC.

$898,888

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73583548 MLS

Premium Transformation on Woodley Ave, Nothing To Do but Move In! SELLER OFFERING CREDIT TOWARDS INTEREST RATE BUYDOWN. Fully renovated 3BR/2BA on a quiet West Roxbury private way. All-new systems, windows, floors, finishes and a beautifully transformed backyard. Brand-new kitchen with quartz counters, full-height quartz backsplash, maple cabinets, under-cabinet lighting, stainless steel appliances, outdoor-venting hybrid microwave/convection oven. Off the kitchen, a sunlit room that opens to the backyard - ideal as lounge, home office or guest entertaining area. Two floor-to-ceiling tiled full baths with built-in storage closets: one with a deep steel soaking tub, one with a wall-to-wall walk-in shower and glass door. New 4" white oak hardwood throughout with premium protective finish. Brand-new windows, mostly triple-pane for energy efficiency, incl. a large bay and 2 architectural windows that flood the home with natural light. Mineral wool soundproofing in all bath walls and the ceiling between basement and 1st floor, acoustic rubber underlayment between 1st and 2nd floors, 1.75" solid-core interior doors throughout. All-new major systems: Bosch 2-zone heat pump (central A/C and heating) with gas furnace backup, 80-gal Wi-Fi heat pump water heater w/ leak detection, Wi-Fi Bosch HVAC controls. A 200amp Leviton smart-ready electrical panel with whole-home surge protection, pre-wired with two dedicated electrical circuits for additional appliances, AFCI/GFCI on most circuits and EV-charger pre-wire. Newly finished basement: 2 versatile rooms you can use as additional bedrooms, office, gym, media, playroom or recreation spaces, mechanical room with a stainless steel sink and storage area, additional closet and a dedicated laundry room with gas and electric laundry hookups. Freshly reimagined backyard built for summer nights and slow gardening mornings. CertainTeed roof (2022) with transferable warranty. Granite front and rear stairs, Techo-Bloc patio and walkways, custom landscape lighting, updated and powered shed, refreshed landscaping, newly paved driveway and parking for 3+ cars. Ring doorbell and cameras. On the bus line, close to commuter rail, major highways, Centre Street shops and restaurants, Dedham Mall, Legacy Place & Longwood Medical Area. Boston residential exemption reduces property taxes by $4,354 for qualified owner occupants.

107 Woodley Ave, Boston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Karina Demurchyan from Listing Office: Real Broker MA, LLC.

$749,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73581221 MLS

Charming & Classic 1930's cape style home on tree lined street. Enter the home through the cozy foyer leading to the sunny living room with brick fireplace surrounded by original built-in bookcases. A French door leads to 3 season porch overlooking the side yard. Formal dining room and updated kitchen. Convenient first floor bedroom and renovated full bath with walk-in shower. Additionally, there is another bedroom/den on the first floor. Upstairs are 2 additional bedrooms plus bonus room that could be used as nursery or office. Original full bath. Direct access attic offers plenty of storage or for future expansion. The large landing could easily hold a desk or makes for a cozy reading nook. Cedar closet just waiting for your summer wardrobe. Great opportunity for future owners looking to make this house your own. Easy access to Centre St, shops and restaurants. Minutes to Chestnut Hill Shopping and Medical area. Three commuter rail stops and bus on LaGrange Street to Forest Hills.

45 Bonair Street, Boston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Hickman-Coen Home Team from Listing Office: William Raveis R. E. & Home Services.

$1,149,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 73568818 MLS

A meticulously renovated four-bedroom single-family raised Cape at 9 Crestway Rd, East Boston. This 2,619-square-foot home features new exterior vinyl siding, windows, and roof. The interior has been updated with new plumbing, electrical, bathrooms, and appliances, offering a harmonious blend of classic charm and modern living. The heart of the home is the kitchen, featuring a practical peninsula that creates an inviting space for culinary exploration and casual gatherings. The living room provides a comfortable retreat, enhanced by the warmth and character of a fireplace. This spacious raised Cape house sits on a 4,310-square-foot lot with a private yard for outdoor enjoyment. Practical amenities include parking for four cars, while a patio and a covered patio extend the outdoor living space — ideal for relaxation or entertaining. Experience the refined comfort and thoughtful updates of this exceptional Boston residence; schedule your private viewing today.

9 Crestway Rd, Boston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Jasminder Kaur from Listing Office: MNG Realty.

$699,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73571931 MLS

This is it! A three bedroom, one and a half bath home in great location for an easy commute to downtown Boston! Step in from the front porch to the spacious fireplaced living room in this well cared for cape, and you will feel right at home! Lovingly maintained by its original owners, this classic New England Cape offers a great opportunity to its future owners! As you leave the living room, the next great gathering space is the kitchen which opens in to the dining room. Walk out to the three-season porch with attached deck overlooking well cared for backyard. There are 3 a/c splits on first floor to keep it cool when you need it! One bedroom, a full bath, and newly refinished floors complete the picture on the first level! Upstairs, you will find 2 more bedrooms and a half bath. There is also a partially finished basement that is great for a getaway space! it’s a strong, solid home, nestled in a sought-after part of West Roxbury. This gem is on a quiet, dead-end lane, and in a convenient spot with the bus at the corner to get you to the center of West Roxbury or Dedham! A true home sweet home!

14 Centre Lane, Boston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Diana Bradley from Listing Office: Vogt Realty Group, LLC.

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