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196 Boylston Street # 3, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130 • Jamaica Plain
$975,000
Est. $6,119/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,637
Sq Ft
$596
Price/Sq Ft
2019
Year Built
4
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 5, 2025 • MLS# 73341798 Copied!

About this home

Spectacular penthouse duplex with garage parking! Enjoy the greenery of the Southwest Corridor park and proximity to the Orange Line which is a short ride to Back Bay or North End. With a plethora of shops and restaurants nearby, The Haven, City Feed, Ten Tables and Whole Foods to name a few, the area is teeming with amenities. Come inside to a loft like main level, with 10' ceilings, oversized windows and an open plan, ideal for entertaining. Kitchen highlights include a large quartz island with overhang for casual eating, Bosch stainless steel appliances and tall soft close cabinets. A gas fireplace with stone surround, a half bath, and an office with a double closet round out this level. Upstairs, the primary bedroom holds a walk in closet, fully built out, an ensuite bathroom with double sinks and rainfall shower. An additional full bath with tub, and adjacent bedroom round out this floor. The roof deck is ideal for summer enjoyment. Central AC, sleek hardwood floors, washer/dryer.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner REYNOLDS AMANDA
Mailing Address Boylston, JAMAICA PLAIN, MA, 02130

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Free Standing

Tax Information

Assessed Value $889,400
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $9,152
CPA Surcharge 1% ($81)
Estimated Annual Tax $9,233

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $889,400 $889,400

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Mar 27, 2020 $900,000 62748/78
Mar 26, 2020 $851,000 62737/120
Mar 26, 2020 $632,500 62736/52
Mar 20, 2020 $9 62709/224

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
2019
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,637 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $949,000
Final Sale Price: $975,000
Difference: +$26,000 (+2.7%)
Performance Metrics
102.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $580
Sale $/sq ft: $596
This property sold for $596 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 4 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
$596/sq ft
Area Average
$628/sq ft
Difference
5.1%

This property sold near the area average for similar homes.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 2019
Living Area 1,637 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener, Assigned
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $7,533
Assessed Value $989,100

Interior Features

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

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2019
Effective Year (Renovated): 2019
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Assigned

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

Jamaica Plain

196 Boylston Street # 3, 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
C-
Mendell Elementary School
0.2 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
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
0.2 mi | #692 of 824 | Score: 36.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-22 below state avg
372 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Neighborhood School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
F
Ellis Elementary School
0.4 mi | #817 of 824 | Score: 24.7
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
391 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
John F Kennedy School
0.6 mi | #633 of 824 | Score: 39.2
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-19 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
Parkside Christian Academy/Cross Factor Academy
0.6 mi
Grades PK-12
F
Trotter Elementary School
0.7 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
0.7 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
F
Hennigan Elementary School
0.9 mi | #811 of 824 | Score: 26.0
Improved 2 spots from last year
-32.2 below state avg
472 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
C
Hale Elementary School
0.9 mi | #582 of 824 | Score: 41.7
Dropped 281 spots from last year
-16.5 below state avg
162 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.5 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
0.9 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Mother Caroline Academy
1.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.2 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.4 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
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.9 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
4.4 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
Timilty Middle
1.2 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
1.4 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Meridian Academy
0.1 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
0.7 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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
0.8 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
0.9 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.3 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
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.3 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+
Boston Latin School
1.6 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
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.4 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
Cathedral High School
2.5 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
2.8 mi
Grades 07-12
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Property History

Market Insights

2.7%
Price Range
5
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 21, 2025
$975,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 5
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Listed for Sale
Mar 5, 2025
$949,000
Original listing
Agent: Jennifer Gelfand Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 5, 2025 New Listing Added $949,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
4 days
Price per Sq Ft
$596

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,533 $989,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,533
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$361
Monthly
Assessed Value
$989,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jennifer Gelfand
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Agent MLS ID BB800178
Office MLS ID BB5522
Listing Data Updated Apr 27, 2025 2:48 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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