26 Forbes St # 2, Boston MA 02130
Boston, MA 02130 • Jamaica Plain
$835,000
Est. $5,463/month
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About this home
Welcome to 26 Forbes Street in Jamaica Plain’s sought-after Hyde Square neighborhood. This modern 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers abundant natural light, hardwood floors, and an open-concept layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Built in 2007, the spacious living, dining, and kitchen area features oversized windows, garden views, surround sound, and direct access to a private deck.The kitchen is appointed with black granite countertops, maple cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, a breakfast bar, and a high-end range. The generous primary suite includes ample closet space and a marble en-suite bath with separate shower and soaking tub. Additional features include central AC, extra storage, and off-street parking. Conveniently located near restaurants, cafés, shopping, and public transportation.
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Property History
Market Insights
29.8%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
May 21, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
May 19, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
May 11, 2026
$835,000
Original listing
Agent: Ken Smith
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #71900122
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Nov 20, 2015
$586,000
MLS #71900122
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/21/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 05/19/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 05/11/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $835,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 11/20/2015 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $586,000 | - | - | MLS #71900122 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,415 | $640,300 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,415
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$423
Per month
Assessed Value
$640,300
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2006
Living Area
1,247 sq ft
Lot Size
0.03 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Marble
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,415
Assessed Value
$640,300
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$423
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Sellers Are Looking For An End Of July Close Date.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Detached","2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
24 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
2006
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,247 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,247 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Marble
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2006
Structure Type:
Detached, 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street, Deeded
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
C
John F Kennedy School
< 0.1 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
0.1 mi
Grades PK-12
F
Hennigan Elementary School
0.3 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
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-
Mendell Elementary School
0.5 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
Manville School
0.7 mi
Grades K-12
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
0.7 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
0.8 mi
|
#817 of 824
|
Score: 24.7
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
391 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
Neighborhood School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission Grammar School
0.9 mi
Grades K-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.3 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.0 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
1.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.7 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.9 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
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
3.0 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
4.7 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
1.0 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
1.9 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Meridian Academy
0.6 mi
Grades 06-09
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.1 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
D
English High School
1.1 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
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
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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.4 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
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
2.3 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
Cathedral High School
2.4 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
2.5 mi
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Jamaica Plain
26 Forbes St # 2, Boston MA 02130
Boston, MA 02130
Listing Information
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-426-6900
Agent MLS ID
BB910329
Office MLS ID
BB5918
Listing Data Updated
Jun 4, 2026 3:30 AM EDT
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