Dimensions7.916666666 x 10.416666666
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
26 William Jackson Ave, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$1,199,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,199,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,199,000
Difference:
+$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$506
Sale $/sq ft:
$506
This property sold for $506 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold exactly at the asking price.
With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Nestled on a serene tree-lined residential street in Brighton Center, this elegant colonial residence offers suburban living, yet is only minutes from urban bustle. A gracious living room with wood burning fireplace welcomes you and opens to a banquet size formal dining room with sophisticated wainscoting. Gleaming hardwood floors. Newer windows flood the space with natural light. Expansive designer kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances (Wolf rangetop, Jennair refrigerator, two dishwashers, Perrin & Rowe faucets), custom cabinets, carrara marble countertops, center island, impressive walk-in pantry flows into a mudroom and large outdoor deck. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms, a gorgeous bathroom and access to the attic for extra storage. The finished basement has a separate entrance, home office, family room, bonus room with wet bar and a full bathroom. Idyllic professionally landscaped yard. One car garage and 3 car parking. Minutes to shops, parks, T and easy commute to downtown Boston.
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Property History
Market Insights
11.2%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73577220
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Sep 15, 2026
$1,350,000
MLS #73577220 - Active
Sold
Jul 13, 2023
$1,199,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
Listed for Sale
May 4, 2023
$1,199,000
Original listing
Agent: Celine Sellam
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/15/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,350,000 | - | - | MLS #73577220 - Active |
| 07/13/2023 | ✓ Sold | $1,199,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 05/04/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,199,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,360 | $964,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$10,360
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$964,600
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1931
Living Area
2,368 sq ft
Lot Size
0.12 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
11
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Ductless
Cooling
Window Unit(s), Ductless
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Other
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Finished, Walk-out Access
Laundry
In Basement
Features
Bathroom - Half, Countertops - Upgraded, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Wet Bar, Cabinets - Upgraded, Bathroom, Home Office-separate Entry, Bonus Room, Wired For Sound
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch, Deck, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden, Stone Wall
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch, Deck
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street
Total Spaces
4
Utilities
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$10,360
Assessed Value
$964,600
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures
Measured by Dron Home Media, public record states 1,757 sqft.
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
15 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1931
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,368 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions11.083333333 x 11.833333333
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions11.25 x 11.333333333
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions11.25 x 13.833333333
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions18 x 11.5
FeaturesWainscoting
LevelFirst
Dimensions17.166666666 x 11.416666666
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Second Dishwasher, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Pot Filler Faucet, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
LevelFirst
Dimensions15.5 x 20.166666666
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions12.083333333 x 9
LevelBasement
Dimensions21.916666666 x 11.75
LevelBasement
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Deck
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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Other
Interior Features:
Bathroom - Half, Countertops - Upgraded, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Wet bar, Cabinets - Upgraded, Bathroom, Home Office-Separate Entry, Bonus Room, Wired for Sound
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1931
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Condition:
Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Ductless
Heating Zones:
5
Cooling:
Window Unit(s), Ductless
Cooling Zones:
4
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Deck, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Deck
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Parking Features:
Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
B-
Winship Elementary School
0.2 mi
|
#418 of 825
|
Score: 47.3
Dropped 200 spots from last year
-10.9 below state avg
349 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Edison Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#764 of 825
|
Score: 31.3
Improved 16 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
455 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
St. Columbkille Partnership School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Lyon Elementary School
0.6 mi
|
#333 of 352
|
Score: 27.2
Dropped 194 spots from last year
-31.1 below state avg
129 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
Kennedy Hope Academy
0.7 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-12
German International School Boston
1.4 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
1.5 mi
|
#10 of 12
|
Score: 30.0
Improved 651 spots from last year
-28.2 below state avg
296 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
C-
Match Charter Public School
1.8 mi
|
#290 of 346
|
Score: 42.1
Improved 32 spots from last year
-16.1 below state avg
1,192 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
The Winsor School
2.4 mi
Grades 05-12
Middle Schools
10 schools
Nativity Prep School
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.8 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Mother Caroline Academy
4.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.6 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.8 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
Middle School Academy
5.4 mi
Epiphany School
5.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
5.8 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
Timilty Middle
3.4 mi
Irving Middle
4.5 mi
High Schools
10 schools
D
Brighton High School
0.6 mi
|
#320 of 346
|
Score: 32.5
Improved 44 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
609 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 520 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
0.6 mi
|
#313 of 346
|
Score: 35.8
Improved 16 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
450 students
Diverse
Career Tech Programs
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
0.6 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
A+
Boston Latin School
2.8 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-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.3 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
Meridian Academy
3.4 mi
Grades 06-09
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.4 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
D
English High School
3.5 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
Newman School
3.7 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
4.0 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
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Neighborhood
Brighton
26 William Jackson Ave, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Celine Sellam
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Office Phone
617-731-2447
Agent MLS ID
BB923685
Office MLS ID
AN6199
Listing Data Updated
Jul 13, 2023 12:57 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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