7 Lakeville Rd #3 in Jamaica Plain Pondside
Echoes of a Gilded Age
It’s more than a condo, it’s a dream opportunity…
2234 sqft | 2-3 beds (7-8 rooms) | 1 full bath
List price: $825,000
A Grand Opportunity in Jamaica Plain’s Iconic Pondside Neighborhood!
From the moment you walk into the oversized entry vestibule, you’ll be taken by the breadth of space!
A rare offering in one of Jamaica Plain’s most distinguished buildings, 7 Lakeville Road #3 is an extraordinary condominium awaiting its next chapter. Etched into the sunny corner of this landmark red-stone building, this home boasts 2,200 square feet of breathtaking scale, with soaring ceilings, original hardwood floors, and some truly exquisite period details. Sunlight pours through expansive windows, illuminating the grand living spaces, including a welcoming foyer with double coat closets, a stately living room, and an elegant sitting room with a fireplace and bookshelves.
The sellers opened some walls when the first moved in and it really lets the sun pour in!
The formal dining room invites memorable and large gatherings, while the butler’s pantry, and rich woodwork reflect a timeless charm rarely found in today’s market. Though in need of renovation, the layout offers flexibility and near endless possibilities to craft a truly exceptional home. The private storage and well-managed building, add to the appeal.
Set in JP’s desirable Pondside neighborhood, this home is a dream for anyone who wants to leave the car at home (or altogether). Just down the street, iconic Jamaica Pond provides a peaceful retreat, while two of the neighborhood’s most vibrant commercial hubs—Hyde Square and Centre Street between Pond & South Street—are just moments away. With the Orange Line, #39 Bus (following the old articulated train route for the Arborway Green Line), and multiple bike paths nearby, commuting is a breeze, making this a rare blend of space, character, and prime location.
Jamaica Pond is seconds from your front door!
For anyone dreaming of restoring a true architectural masterpiece, this is more than a condominium—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create a home as unique as Jamaica Plain itself.
A+ Location
Majestic ceiling height
Abundant period details
Grand rooms
Excellent sunlight
In-unit laundry
Heat & hot water included in HOA
Professionally managed building
Open House Times
Showings begin Thursday, March 13 12-1 PM
Saturday, March 15 11:30 AM - 1 PM
Sunday, March 16 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location, location, location
A Little About Jamaica Plain
For starters, locals call it JP. Once a vacation getaway for Boston’s elite merchants in centuries past, Jamaica Plain’s rolling hills are now home to a diverse and exciting fabric of community activism, an array of tasty restaurants and other small businesses, and many wonderful green spaces in and around the area. Surrounded by Olmsted’s Emerald Necklace, JP is one of the greenest neighborhoods in Boston.
Boston Home Team Favorites*
Life Alive - Organic and undeniably tasty bowls, wraps, soups, and smoothies, Life Alive is a personal team favorite.
Brendan Behan Pub - This is where the locals gather, in front, inside, and out back. A JP institution since the late 80s. Grab a late night bite from Food Wall across the street, and bring it over why don’t you?
Tres Gatos - Now a staple on the block, Tres Gatos is a Spanish themed bistro style restaurant with a record/book store in the back. The folks who own and manage this spot are some of our favorite people, and they maintain Tres Gatos as a community-oriented establishment with frequent benefits in support of meaningful local causes.
The Galway House - If you’re a food snob, it’s best to stay away from the Galway. But if you like good food that is consistently excellent with whipfast service at incredibly reasonable prices, then the Galway is the place for you. Also, their onion rings are in the conversation for the Best in Boston (easily).
Tonino - Classic Italian. If there was a prize for JP’s best all around menu, it would have to go to Tonino. Make a reservation now, because getting in to Tonino isn’t easy!
Chilacates - Authentic Mexican street food. Deeelish.
City Feed & Supply - Two locations in JP. The original “Little” City Feed is just a couple blocks from 7 Lakeville. Locally owned, locally sourced (when/where possible) foods and groceries. They have a yummy sandwich menu (farmer’s lunch, anyone?) and one helluva breakfast sandwich.
Blue Nile - Lovely Ethiopian classics in a warm and friendly environment.
Seed - A locally owned and operated dispensary and social justice museum in the space once occupied by the erstwhile JP Bowl and old Milky Way Lounge & Lanes.
For Pizza we can’t pick just one: Same Old Place, Mario’s, There are too many to list!
Events and Organizations to Explore:
Franklin Park Coalition, Spontaneous Celebrations and W.U.T.E, JP NDC, JP Local First
* Editor’s note: There are so many more tasty spots in JP and if we listed them all, we’d be here all day. Once you buy this listing from the Boston Home Team, you’ll have all the time in the world to explore this rich and diverse food scene!
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