9 Winchester Terrace

Jamaica Plain, MA

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Welcome to 9 Winchester Terrace, a New England gem where Scandinavian design meets organic warmth. This masterfully updated home features a bright, open-concept "Great Room" perfect for hosting. The kitchen boasts white shaker cabinetry, gray quartz counters, and subway tile, flowing seamlessly into a dining area and a vast living space with deck access. The primary suite is a sanctuary of clear-grade pine vaulted ceilings and French doors leading to the outdoors. Its spa-like ensuite features a curbless shower under a massive skylight for a "showering under the stars" experience. The first floor includes two versatile guest bedrooms and a renovated bath, while the upstairs loft offers a sun-drenched media room and flex space with Velux skylights. A walk-out basement provides a modern in-law suite with a private entrance and a professional workshop. Outside, enjoy a multi-level oasis with an elevated deck, a fenced lawn, a garden, and a chicken coop. A true lifestyle home!


Property Details

4 Bedrooms

3 Bathrooms

1,935 SF

 


Showing Information

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Listed by Dan Gorfinkle. For more information, call/text Dan 617.820.8085.


Additional Information

  • 9 Rooms, 5 Bedrooms, 2 full Bathrooms

  • Living Area: 1935 Interior Square Feet + 607 square feet for basement

  • Year Built: 1892, Year Converted: 2017 (Historic Certified building)

  • Condo Fee: $337

Interior

  • PRIMARY SUITE: This primary suite is a masterclass in modern Scandinavian-inspired design, blending warm natural textures with clean, architectural lines. features a soaring vaulted ceiling finished with clear-grade pine tongue-and-groove planks, which provides an organic warmth that contrasts with the crisp white walls. A pair of glass French doors provides direct access to an outdoor deck, flooding the room with natural light. The suite features a large reach-in closet system hidden behind sleek white sliding barn-style doors. Accessible directly from the bedroom, the ensuite bathroom continues the "spa-like" aesthetic with a mix of neutral tones and high-end fixtures. A large skylight is cut into the pine-planked ceiling directly above an expansive walk-in curbless shower with a frameless glass partition, offering a "showering under the stars" experience.

  • KITCHEN: This kitchen is a bright, expansive space that serves as the heart of the home’s open-concept living area. It blends traditional cabinetry with modern stainless steel elements for a clean, timeless look. Following a generous L-shaped layout with an additional wall of floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, maximizing both prep space and storage. Classic white shaker-style cabinets with polished chrome cup pulls and knobs. The design includes several glass-front upper cabinets for displaying glassware, as well as integrated open cubbies for quick-access storage. Sleek, gray quartz countertops provide a durable workspace, complemented by a full-height white subway tile backsplash that runs behind the range and sink.

  • LIVING ROOM/EAT-IN: The living and dining areas form a vast, airy "great room" that emphasizes an indoor-outdoor lifestyle, a layout designed for both large gatherings and quiet relaxation. Located between the kitchen and the living room, the dining area acts as a sophisticated transition zone. The living area is situated at the far end of the open plan, anchored by a large conversational seating arrangement. A large sliding glass door with a light wood frame leads directly out to an expansive wooden deck, which features a privacy fence and outdoor seating.

  • ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS & BATHROOM: The first floor of this home offers two additional and versatile bedrooms along with a beautifully updated full hallway bathroom. Both rooms maintain the bright, cohesive aesthetic found throughout the rest of the property. This bathroom has been fully renovated with a sophisticated mix of classic patterns and modern finishes.

  • SECOND LEVEL: The second floor reveals an expansive, sun-drenched loft that serves as a multi-functional "rumpus" or media room. This level is divided into two distinct but connected zones by classic wooden bi-fold doors. The larger of the two areas is designed for entertainment and relaxation, utilizing the unique rooflines to create a cozy, "hideaway" feel. This room features two large Velux-style roof windows (skylights) that tilt open to provide ventilation and views of the tree canopy. A small access door to the knee-wall/eaves provides hidden storage for seasonal items. Beyond the wooden bi-fold doors is a secondary space perfect to be utilized as a home gym, office, and/or guest sleeping area.

  • BASEMENT (WORKSHOP & IN-LAW): The basement of this home has been thoughtfully transformed into a versatile, multi-functional level. It features a fully equipped accessory apartment (in-law suite) with independent exterior access, alongside a substantial professional-grade workshop. This partially finished area offers a complete living solution with a modern, open-concept design that belies its basement location. Tucked away is a cozy and semi-private sleeping area and the kitchen continues the "Scandinavian-modern" aesthetic continuously found throughout the home. Adjacent to the living quarters is a dream space for hobbyists or craftsmen with extensive built-in wooden workbenches and tool-organization pegboards.

  • EXTERIOR: The home presents a classic New England aesthetic with modern updates, nestled on a lush, landscaped lot. A meticulously maintained garden features a mix of perennials, flowering shrubs, and ornamental trees. A paved driveway leads to an attached over-sized single-car garage with a carriage-style door. The backyard is a sprawling, multi-level oasis that offers privacy and a wealth of amenities. An elevated wooden deck spans the entire rear of the house, overlooking the grassy lawn completely enclosed by a tall wooden privacy fence. A dedicated raised-bed garden area and a chicken coop/run sit at the edge of the lawn and a large detached storage shed with a lean-to roof providing space for yard tools and outdoor equipment.

Systems and Basement

  • The open basement has two private storage rooms for this unit, plus additional common storage space, shared laundry, a sump pump, and a door that leads to the side of the house.

  • Heating:

  • Cooling: Mitsubishi mini-splits (2011) are located in the kitchen, living room/kitchen, second level, primary suite and additional bedrooms. These units provide heating and cooling.

  • Hot Water:

  • Electrical: 220 amps through circuit breakers.

  • Laundry: Stacking LG and located in the basement.

  • Utilities: Average gas cost for the last 12 months was $x/month, according to x. Average electricity cost was $x/month per x.

  • Water/Sewer: City/Municiple

Exterior and Property

  • Outdoor Space: Porch and patio with professionally landscaped grounds

  • Exterior: Wood clapboard siding

  • Roof: Asphalt/fiberglass shingles ( aproximately - 29 years old)

  • Security: Fenced up back yard

  • Parking: 1 off-street space (deeded) plus on-street permit parking available

Association and Financial Information

  • 2 units in the building

  • No Special Assesments

  • 100% Owner occupant, no pending litigations

  • The beneficial interest for this condo is- 50%

  • Condo Fee: $ 337 month, includes: Master insurance, snow removal, exterior painting, roof, cleaning and oiling of gutters.

  • Condo Account: $21,300.60 in reserve as of 4/23/2026.

  • Pets: no more than one dog weighing in excess of 60 lbs nor more than two cats unless all owners mutually agree to modify this restriction. No reptiles and rodents.

  • Rentals: no unit may be leased or rented for a period of less than two years. Any lease of a unit estate must be for the entire unit. Leasing or subleasing anything other than the entire unit is prohibited.

  • Smoking: smoking outside

  • Taxes $7,550.28 for FY 2026

  • Electric: Approx. $249/month (via Eversource); eligible for discounted mini-split rate program

  • Water: Approx. $41.50/month

  • Gas: Approx. $333/month (via Eversource)

Note: Utility costs are based on usage prior to September 2025 for the sell of 39 meacham rd. Recent energy efficiency improvements (including insulation and newer systems) may result in lower future cost.