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249 W Newton St # 2, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$615,000
Est. $4,103/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
610
Sq Ft
$1,008
Price/Sq Ft
0.01
Acres
1899
Year Built
15
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 26, 2022 • MLS# 72971745 Copied!

About this home

NEW TO MARKET! Large, Updated, & Well-Maintained 1 Bed w/ 285 sf PRIVATE PATIO, in an absolutely incredible Back Bay location on one of Boston's most coveted streets. Only moments to Prudential Ctr, South End, Orange & Green Lines, Sparrow Park (tennis & basketball courts), Southwest Corridor, plus endless entertainment, shopping, & dining. The unit offers a spacious, open floor plan that maximizes every square foot. The updated kitchen opens to an over-sized living room, and off the living room you have your own city oasis within your private/enclosed 285 sf patio w/garden beds & lots of room for seating. The kitchen offers beautiful cabinetry & loads of counter space (granite counter tops) including a large breakfast bar. Living room features a working fireplace & custom built-in cabinets w/ lots of storage. The queen-size bedroom has beautiful french doors, hardwood floors, & a large walk-in closet. Bathroom is updated & well maintained. Recessed lighting throughout + extra storage.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner YATES JOHN SELLERS III
Mailing Address W Newton, BOSTON, MA, 02116

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $733,000
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $7,543
CPA Surcharge 1% ($65)
Estimated Annual Tax $7,608

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $528,300 $528,300

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
1899
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
610 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $609,000
Final Sale Price: $615,000
Difference: +$6,000 (+1.0%)
Performance Metrics
101.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
15
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $998
Sale $/sq ft: $1,008
This property sold for $1,008 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 15 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$1,008/sq ft
Area Average
$523/sq ft
Difference
+92.7%

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 1899
Living Area 610 sq ft
Lot Size 0.01 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Electric Baseboard
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Freezer, Washer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Patio - Enclosed, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio - Enclosed

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $5,368
Assessed Value $503,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Freezer, Washer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Structure Type: Rowhouse, Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric Baseboard
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio - Enclosed, Garden
Patio & Porch: Patio - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

249 W Newton St # 2, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

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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
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.4 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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.4 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.5 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.6 mi | #772 of 824 | Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
Kids Are People School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
Park Street School
0.9 mi
Grades K-07
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.0 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
Advent School
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.7 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
1.7 mi
Nativity Prep School
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.3 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
Mother Caroline Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.6 mi
Epiphany School
3.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.8 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
1.1 mi
UP Academy
1.7 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.9 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.1 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.2 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
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 Academy
2.0 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
Meridian Academy
2.5 mi
Grades 06-09
D
Charlestown High School
2.7 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.7 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73513041
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Currently Listed
May 5, 2026
$700,000
MLS #73513041 - Active
Sold
Jul 7, 2022
$615,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 16
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Listed for Sale
Apr 26, 2022
$609,000
Original listing
Agent: Matthew Petty Office: FRAME Residential

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 5, 2026 Sold $700,000
Apr 26, 2022 New Listing Added $609,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
15 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,008

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2021 $5,368 $503,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,368
Tax Year 2021
HOA Fee
$346
Monthly
Assessed Value
$503,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Matthew Petty
Listing Office FRAME Residential
Agent MLS ID NB110484
Office MLS ID AN7184
Listing Data Updated Jul 7, 2022 9:11 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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