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159 Forest Hills St # 1, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130 • Jamaica Plain
$675,000
Est. $4,352/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,097
Sq Ft
$615
Price/Sq Ft
0.03
Acres
1910
Year Built
12
Days on Market
Closed Listed Feb 26, 2025 • MLS# 73338869 Copied!

About this home

Nestled in the heart of Jamaica Plain, this inviting 2-bed + den condo offers the perfect blend of comfort and charm. This home features beautifully updated interiors while still maintaining its original character including classic woodwork. The remodeled kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample storage. Your primary bedroom features a rare and spacious walk-in closet. A modern updated bathroom ensures comfort and convenience. Your generously sized living areas offer great natural light, with a cozy den or home office. Enjoy exceptional outdoor living with a pet-friendly fenced yard and both front and back decks. The property also comes with parking, adding extra convenience to city living. Recent property upgrades include: a remodeled bathroom, Miele in-unit laundry, and updated driveway spaces. This condo is perfectly positioned near Franklin Park, local shops, & the Green Street T station in one of Boston’s most desirable neighborhoods.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner STUART JULIANNA B
Mailing Address FOREST HILLS, JAMAICA PLAIN, MA, 02130

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Decker

Tax Information

Assessed Value $525,600
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $5,408
CPA Surcharge 1% ($44)
Estimated Annual Tax $5,452

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $525,600 $525,600

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 15, 2020 $1 63360/298
Apr 6, 2020 $500,000 62794/63
Jul 17, 2019 $515,000 61434/262

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
1910
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,097 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $635,000
Final Sale Price: $675,000
Difference: +$40,000 (+6.3%)
Performance Metrics
106.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $579
Sale $/sq ft: $615
This property sold for $615 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 12 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 8 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$615/sq ft
Area Average
$435/sq ft
Difference
+41.5%

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 1910
Living Area 1,097 sq ft
Lot Size 0.03 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Shingle
Roof Rubber
Features Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Covered Patio/deck, Storage, Decorative Lighting, City View(s), Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Covered

Parking

Features Off Street, Deeded, Driveway, Paved
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Oven

Financial

Annual Tax $6,035
Assessed Value $553,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Shingle
Year Built: 1910
Effective Year (Renovated): 2018
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Covered Patio/Deck, Storage, Decorative Lighting, City View(s), Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Covered
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded, Driveway, Paved

Special Features

View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Jamaica Plain

159 Forest Hills St # 1, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130

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

10 schools
Neighborhood School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-06
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
0.6 mi | #692 of 824 | Score: 36.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-22 below state avg
372 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
C-
Mendell Elementary School
0.7 mi | #674 of 824 | Score: 37.2
Dropped 147 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
309 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
F
Ellis Elementary School
0.8 mi | #817 of 824 | Score: 24.7
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
391 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
A
Brooke Charter School Mattapan
1.0 mi | #45 of 346 | Score: 67.9
Improved 79 spots from last year
+9.7 above state avg
2,216 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades K-12
F
Trotter Elementary School
1.0 mi | #794 of 824 | Score: 29.2
Dropped 6 spots from last year
-29 below state avg
352 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
C
Curley K-8 School
1.0 mi | #268 of 352 | Score: 34.7
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
902 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C
John F Kennedy School
1.0 mi | #633 of 824 | Score: 39.2
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-19 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
1.1 mi | #251 of 352 | Score: 36.0
Improved 46 spots from last year
-22.2 below state avg
249 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Parkside Christian Academy/Cross Factor Academy
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Mother Caroline Academy
1.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
1.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.1 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.3 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.5 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
3.3 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
3.9 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Frederick Pilot Middle
1.4 mi
Timilty Middle
1.7 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
English High School
0.3 mi | #324 of 346 | Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students Moderate
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
0.4 mi
Grades 06-09
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
0.6 mi | #14 of 25 | Score: 31.3
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
428 students Less Diverse
Strong AP Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.1 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.8 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.8 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.0 mi | #11 of 25 | Score: 34.1
Improved 349 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
850 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.2 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
2.9 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
3.1 mi | #8 of 25 | Score: 41.6
Improved 287 spots from last year
-16.6 below state avg
700 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Property History

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5.9%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 16, 2025
$675,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
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Listed for Sale
Feb 26, 2025
$635,000
Original listing
Agent: Boston Top Properties Team Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 26, 2025 New Listing Added $635,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
12 days
Price per Sq Ft
$615

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $6,035 $553,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,035
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$236
Per month
Assessed Value
$553,700

Listing Information

Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Agent MLS ID TM352786
Office MLS ID AN6199
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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