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1 Melrose St # 5, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Bay Village
$520,000
Est. $3,531/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
425
Sq Ft
$1,224
Price/Sq Ft
0.01
Acres
1890
Year Built
35
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jan 29, 2025 • MLS# 73330199 Copied!

About this home

Charming 1 bedroom! Situated in a well-kept historical brownstone, this sunny penthouse is beaming with natural light. Recently renovated kitchen equipped with full size stainless appliances, granite countertops, custom cabinetry and breakfast bar. Fantastic open layout with vaulted, loft-like ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Bathroom features enclosed glass shower, soaking tub and in-unit laundry. All within a small, low maintenance 5-unit association with minimal HOA fees. Located on a quiet tree-lined street in the heart of Bay Village. A short stroll to the Boston Common, shopping on Newbury, universities, public transport and restaurants in South End. It doesn't get any more central than this! Seller welcomes offers with requests for buyer concessions.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner EMARA MOHAMED M
Mailing Address 5 GLEASON ST, WATERTOWN, MA, 02472

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row End

Tax Information

Assessed Value $464,400
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $4,779
CPA Surcharge 1% ($38)
Estimated Annual Tax $4,816

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $408,400 $408,400

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk
Match: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
425 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $535,000
Final Sale Price: $520,000
Difference: $15,000 (-2.8%)
Performance Metrics
97.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
35
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,259
Sale $/sq ft: $1,224
This property sold for $1,224 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.8% below the original asking price.

The property spent 35 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,224/sq ft
Area Average
$667/sq ft
Difference
+83.6%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1890
Living Area 425 sq ft
Lot Size 0.01 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 2

Interior

Heating Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Engineered Hardwood
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Unit, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Slate
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Oven, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $5,217
Assessed Value $478,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Engineered Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit, Washer Hookup
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Effective Year (Renovated): 1987
Structure Type: Rowhouse, Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Slate
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Location

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Neighborhood

Bay Village

1 Melrose St # 5, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
A
Quincy Elementary School
0.2 mi | #122 of 824 | Score: 57.9
Improved 230 spots from last year
-0.3 below state avg
731 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.5 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
H

High Schools

3 schools
C-
Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers: A Horace Mann Charter Public School - Lower Campus
0.1 mi | #307 of 346 | Score: 36.8
Improved 17 spots from last year
-21.4 below state avg
383 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-11
C
Quincy Upper School
0.2 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Snowden International
0.6 mi
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Property Tax $435
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $267/mo
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Property History

Market Insights

2.8%
Price Range
36
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 18, 2025
$520,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 36
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Listed for Sale
Jan 29, 2025
$535,000
Original listing
Agent: Calla Gillies Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 29, 2025 New Listing Added $535,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
35 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,224

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $5,217 $478,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,217
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$267
Monthly
Assessed Value
$478,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Calla Gillies
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID CN205016
Office MLS ID BB5918
Listing Data Updated Apr 18, 2025 1:15 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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