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36-38 Melrose St # 38, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • South End
$1,695,000
Est. $10,070/month
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,552
Sq Ft
$1,092
Price/Sq Ft
0.03
Acres
1927
Year Built
13
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jul 16, 2024 • MLS# 73265122 Copied!

About this home

Single family living in the former Paramount News Building! Private entrance 2+ beds / 2.5 baths townhouse style condo with 16’ x 11’ deck & finished basement (great room); tucked away in one of Boston’s recently rediscovered 19th century historic neighborhoods near the Public Garden. Bay Village, despite its “downtown” location, has managed to keep its distinctive residential identity. Distinguishing features of this renovated condo are a sun-filled living/dining room with fireplace & 11' - 7" ceilings, “State-of-the-Art-Kitchen” with stainless appliances and granite counters, hardwood floors, central a/c, washer/dryer and sun-filled primary bedroom. Currently garage parking at the Revere Hotel is available for $285 per month which is a special rate for Bay Village residents.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner PELLEGRINO FRANCINE PILGRIM
Mailing Address 36 MELROSE ST #36, BOSTON, MA, 02116

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,787,900
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $18,397
CPA Surcharge 1% ($174)
Estimated Annual Tax $18,571

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $1,540,500 $1,540,500

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 (89.3% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1927
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,552 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
3
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,695,000
Final Sale Price: $1,695,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,092
Sale $/sq ft: $1,092
This property sold for $1,092 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 13 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
$1,092/sq ft
Area Average
$650/sq ft
Difference
+68.1%

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

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1927
Living Area 1,552 sq ft
Lot Size 0.03 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor, In Unit
Features Bathroom - Full, Closet, Recessed Lighting

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck

Parking

Features Rented, On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection

Financial

Annual Tax $13,819
Assessed Value $1,587,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Recessed Lighting
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1927
Effective Year (Renovated): 2017
Structure Type: Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: Rented, On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Highway Access, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

36-38 Melrose St # 38, 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
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
The Learning Project
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.6 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Advent School
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.9 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
Condon K-8 School
1.1 mi | #345 of 352 | Score: 24.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
518 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.2 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
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.2 mi | #155 of 346 | Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students Moderate
High Graduation Rate Rising School
Grades 05-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.4 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.2 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.6 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
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.9 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.3 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
UP Academy
1.4 mi
Timilty Middle
1.7 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.3 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
Cathedral High School
0.5 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.7 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
1.7 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
1.8 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.2 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.4 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.5 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
C-
East Boston High School
2.8 mi | #305 of 346 | Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students Less Diverse
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Property History

Market Insights

14
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Aug 23, 2024
$1,695,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 14
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Listed for Sale
Jul 16, 2024
$1,695,000
Original listing
Agent: Sprogis Neale Doherty Team Office: Sprogis & Neale Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jul 16, 2024 New Listing Added $1,695,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
13 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,092

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $13,819 $1,587,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$13,819
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$147
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,587,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sprogis Neale Doherty Team
Listing Office Sprogis & Neale Real Estate
Agent MLS ID TM009294
Office MLS ID NB1524
Listing Data Updated Aug 23, 2024 1:59 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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