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196 Chestnut Ave # I, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130 • Jamaica Plain
$772,500
Est. $5,331/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,493
Sq Ft
$517
Price/Sq Ft
0.03
Acres
1988
Year Built
131
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 30, 2025 • MLS# 73366919 Copied!

About this home

Unbeatable value for this prime location! Beautiful 3-level townhouse in the heart of JP! The private entry flows from the foyer into the kitchen boasting granite countertops and plenty of cabinet storage. The main level is light filled with gleaming floors throughout the dining and living rooms. This open floor plan features a fireplace and access to a private deck. Second floor consists of 2 large bedrooms, laundry, a beautiful fully renovated bathroom, and ample storage. The top floor boasts a massive primary suite featuring a full bath, walk-in closet, and Juliet balcony! Exterior is well maintained by condo association. Pet friendly complex. This unit has one assigned parking spot and the shared visitor spots complete this superb property. Don't miss this ideal JP home: just blocks to the Orange line T, SW Corridor Park, Brewery Complex, Whole Foods, and Centre Street's many restaurants & shops.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner YOUNG AZZIE TS
Mailing Address 196 CHESTNUT AV #4, JAMAICA PLAIN, MA, 02130

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Town House

Tax Information

Assessed Value $693,000
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $7,131
CPA Surcharge 1% ($61)
Estimated Annual Tax $7,192

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $693,000 $693,000

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 10, 2022 $950,000 67781/56
Dec 30, 2021 $1,075,000 66953/249
Jan 21, 2021 $842,500 64620/256
Jul 31, 2019 $9 61510/188
Jun 27, 2017 $705,000 58137/242
May 16, 2017 $725,000 57937/052
Mar 10, 2015 $9 54153/042
May 13, 2014 $618,000 52964/086
Nov 19, 2009 $435,000 45742/328
Aug 17, 2005 $9 37822/253
Feb 25, 2000 $235,000 24705/350
Dec 17, 1998 $9 23234/199
Feb 12, 1998 $196,000 22149/064
Aug 1, 1995 $149,000 19920/320

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: geocode_proximity (85.9% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1988
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,493 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
3
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $879,000
Final Sale Price: $772,500
Difference: $106,500 (-12.1%)
Performance Metrics
87.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
131
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $589
Sale $/sq ft: $517
This property sold for $517 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 12.1% below the original asking price.

At 131 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 14 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$517/sq ft
Area Average
$500/sq ft
Difference
+3.4%

This property sold slightly above the area average for similar homes.

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1988
Living Area 1,493 sq ft
Lot Size 0.03 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Carpet, Wood Laminate, Other
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit
Features Closet, Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck, Screens, Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck

Parking

Features Off Street, Assigned
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $8,900
Assessed Value $768,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Carpet, Wood Laminate, Other
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Closet, Entrance Foyer
Windows: Screens
Basement: N
Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1988
Structure Type: Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Screens, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

Jamaica Plain

196 Chestnut Ave # I, 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
0.3 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
Curley K-8 School
0.4 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
0.4 mi | #633 of 824 | Score: 39.2
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-19 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
Neighborhood School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
Parkside Christian Academy/Cross Factor Academy
0.5 mi
Grades PK-12
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
0.5 mi | #692 of 824 | Score: 36.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-22 below state avg
372 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
F
Ellis Elementary School
0.7 mi | #817 of 824 | Score: 24.7
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
391 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
F
Hennigan Elementary School
0.7 mi | #811 of 824 | Score: 26.0
Improved 2 spots from last year
-32.2 below state avg
472 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
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
Hale Elementary School
1.1 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
1.1 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
1.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.5 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.7 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
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
3.1 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
1.3 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
1.7 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Meridian Academy
0.3 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
0.7 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
1.2 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
1.4 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
1.5 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
Cathedral High School
2.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
2.6 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.6 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
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Property History

Market Insights

3.3%
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112
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Oct 23, 2025
$772,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 112
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Listed for Sale
Apr 30, 2025
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: Erin Birmingham Anadu Office: Brum & Company LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 30, 2025 New Listing Added $799,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
131 days
Price per Sq Ft
$517

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $8,900 $768,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,900
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$483
Monthly
Assessed Value
$768,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Erin Birmingham Anadu
Listing Office Brum & Company
Agent MLS ID CN203621
Office MLS ID AN7293
Listing Data Updated Oct 30, 2025 6:35 AM 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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