2 Ballard Way # 1, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130
$607,500
2
Beds
1
Baths
815
Sq Ft
$745
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1880
Year Built
14
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jul 14, 2021 • MLS# 72865410 Copied! • Updated Aug 27, 2021

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $599,000
Final Sale Price: $607,500
Difference: +$8,500 (+1.4%)
Performance Metrics
101.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $735
Sale $/sq ft: $745
This property sold for $745 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 32 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$745/sq ft
Area Median
$578/sq ft
Difference
+28.9%

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

About this home

GPS LOCATION: 32 Saint Joseph St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. This beautiful move-in-ready condo is situated in the most desirable part of JP & within walking distance to two train stations, a supermarket, Arnold Arboretum, Jamaica Pond, the center of town, etc! Additionally, there is ample no-permit street parking for commuters + guests. The unit boasts soaring high ceilings with crown molding, an updated kitchen/bath, and spacious bedrooms fitting king-sized beds. The property has a massive fenced-in yard with a private deck/entrance and luscious greenery throughout. Within the unit is an open-concept layout, California custom closets, washer/dryer, ceiling speakers, ADT security system, Nest thermostat (central AC!), and more. There is also a large storage unit in the basement. This unique property is close to everything JP has to offer and just a quick ride to downtown Boston!

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Property History

Market Insights

16.8%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73587256
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Oct 6, 2026
$649,000
MLS #73587256 - Active
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Sold
Aug 27, 2021
$607,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
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Listed for Sale
Jul 14, 2021
$599,000
Original listing
Agent: CJ Lee Office: Redfin Corp.
Previous Transaction - MLS #72314511
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jun 22, 2018
$540,000
MLS #72314511

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2020 $5,024 $475,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,024
Tax Year 2020
HOA Fee
$150
Monthly
Assessed Value
$475,800

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1880
Living Area 815 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Washer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features Entrance Foyer, Wired For Sound

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch None
Features None
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer
Annual Tax $5,024
Assessed Value $475,800

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $150 Monthly
Fee Includes Electricity, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 3
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures Buyers And Buyers Agents To Verify All Information And To Perform Their Own Due Diligence.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 15 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
815 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Wired for Sound
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:
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
Italian Home For Children
0.6 mi
Grades PK-09
British International School of Boston
0.7 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
0.8 mi | #262 of 352 | Score: 35.5
Improved 35 spots from last year
-22.7 below state avg
209 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C
Curley K-8 School
0.9 mi | #268 of 352 | Score: 34.8
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-23.4 below state avg
955 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Neighborhood School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-06
C-
Mendell Elementary School
1.1 mi | #680 of 825 | Score: 36.8
Dropped 153 spots from last year
-21.4 below state avg
312 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
1.1 mi | #691 of 825 | Score: 36.4
Dropped 87 spots from last year
-21.9 below state avg
332 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
John F Kennedy School
1.2 mi | #636 of 825 | Score: 38.9
Dropped 61 spots from last year
-19.3 below state avg
366 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Parkside Christian Academy/Cross Factor Academy
1.3 mi
Grades PK-12
F
Ellis Elementary School
1.4 mi | #818 of 825 | Score: 24.8
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-33.4 below state avg
418 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Nativity Prep School
1.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
1.7 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.9 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.3 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
2.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
3.5 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
3.9 mi
Irving Middle
1.6 mi
Timilty Middle
2.2 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
0.2 mi | #14 of 25 | Score: 31.6
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.7 below state avg
480 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
0.4 mi | #328 of 346 | Score: 28.9
Improved 30 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
653 students Diverse
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
0.9 mi
Grades 06-09
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.8 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.2 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.3 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.3 mi | #20 of 346 | Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.6 mi | #10 of 25 | Score: 34.9
Improved 350 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
869 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
2.9 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.4
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.8 below state avg
526 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Roxbury Latin School
2.9 mi
Grades 07-12
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2 Ballard Way # 1, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130

Listing Information

Listing Agent CJ Lee
Listing Office Redfin Corp.
Office Phone 617-340-7803
Agent MLS ID CN219596
Office MLS ID NB3534
Listing Data Updated Aug 27, 2021 2:59 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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