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388 Marlborough St # 5, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115 • Back Bay
$610,000
Est. $4,548/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
554
Sq Ft
$1,101
Price/Sq Ft
0.01
Acres
1880
Year Built
194
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jul 15, 2025 • MLS# 73404859 Copied!

About this home

Perched above picturesque, tree-lined Marlborough Street, this sunlit front-facing one-bedroom charmer offers timeless appeal in the heart of Back Bay. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors throughout, the spacious living room is highlighted by three oversized bow windows, custom built-in shelves surround a decorative fireplace with mantel. The generously sized bedroom comfortably fits a queen-size bed. Recent updates include a modern kitchenette with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops, full bath with built-in linen tower cabinet, and fresh paint throughout. This turnkey city retreat is move-in ready—enjoy urban living at its finest!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner BEATA SWIERCZYNSKI TRUST OF 2011
Mailing Address 808 CIRCUIT ST, HANOVER, MA, 02339

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $602,900
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $6,204
CPA Surcharge 1% ($52)
Estimated Annual Tax $6,256

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $602,900 $602,900

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Sep 13, 2021 $495,000 66272/193
Aug 13, 2020 $100 63560/10
Mar 9, 2020 $715,000 62649/81
Aug 10, 2018 $1,275,000 60011/308
Mar 28, 2018 $625,000 59365/132
Sep 9, 2016 $9 56741/276
Aug 6, 2015 $9 54886/166
Jun 30, 2000 $275,000 25107/306
Dec 23, 1987 $75,000 14355/015

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
1880
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
554 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,000
Final Sale Price: $610,000
Difference: $89,000 (-12.7%)
Performance Metrics
87.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
194
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,262
Sale $/sq ft: $1,101
This property sold for $1,101 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 12.7% below the original asking price.

At 194 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 49 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,101/sq ft
Area Average
$380/sq ft
Difference
+189.6%

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 1880
Living Area 554 sq ft
Lot Size 0.01 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Range Hood
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Off-site
Features Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Brick, Stone
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $8,896
Assessed Value $711,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Off-Site
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Effective Year (Renovated): 1980
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials: Brick, Stone
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
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

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

388 Marlborough St # 5, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115

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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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Kids Are People School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-12
The Learning Project
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.8 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
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.9 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
Park Street School
0.9 mi
Grades K-07
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
Advent School
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.0 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
The Winsor School
1.3 mi
Grades 05-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.0 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.2 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.8 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
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
Epiphany School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.9 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
1.4 mi
UP Academy
2.2 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.3 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.1 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
Cathedral High School
1.1 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.2 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
1.3 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 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.5 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
Meridian Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
2.8 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
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Property Timeline

Pending Sale
Jan 13, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
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Listed for Sale
Jul 15, 2025
$619,000
Original listing
Agent: Barbara Alavi Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
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Listed for Sale
Jul 15, 2025
$619,000
Original listing
Agent: Barbara Alavi Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
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Listed for Sale
Jul 15, 2025
$619,000
Original listing

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jul 15, 2025 New Listing Added $619,000
Jul 15, 2025 New Listing Added $619,000
Jul 15, 2025 New Listing Added $619,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
194 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,101

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $8,896 $711,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,896
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$523
Monthly
Assessed Value
$711,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Barbara Alavi
Listing Office William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Agent MLS ID BB810183
Office MLS ID AN0762
Listing Data Updated Feb 11, 2026 4:15 PM EST
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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