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43 Goldsmith St # 3, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130 • Jamaica Plain
$460,000
Est. $3,057/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,016
Sq Ft
$453
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1905
Year Built
Condominium
Type
6
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 26, 2015 • MLS# 71842966 Copied!

About this home

Expansive penthouse unit w/ deeded walk up attic just waiting for your vision. Unit is move-in ready. Ample living area with an open living room/dining room. Kitchen is designed for entertaining. Additional guest seating on your private & secluded porch with a magnificent view of the Arboretum. Renovated porch w/ composite decking. W/D in unit + pantry for storage. Original charm of this 1905 home shows through the dining room's original china hutch. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Newer gas heating system, windows & BRAND NEW ROOF! A MUST SEE - Picture yourself in this charming home while bringing your contractor to see what they could do with the blank slate in the attic. In addition to the MASSIVE attic space there is additional storage in the basement for bikes. Master BR with ample closet space & bay windows & 2nd BR. One way street only blocks to all that JP has to offer. 100% owner occupied association

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner BUFFUM TODD
Mailing Address 43 GOLDSMITH ST #3, JAMAICA PLAIN, MA, 02130

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Decker

Tax Information

Assessed Value $516,000
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $5,310
CPA Surcharge 1% ($43)
Estimated Annual Tax $5,352

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $516,000 $516,000 —

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 31, 2017 $500,000 58468/272
Sep 14, 2016 $9 56770/224
Jul 1, 2015 $460,000 54706/157

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Aug 26, 2024 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1633477 		Closed $1,200
May 4, 2022 Short Form Bldg Permit
EXTREN
Renovations - Exterior
Permit #SF1327415 		Closed $18,000
Data: City of Boston Open Data (Analyze Boston)

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 Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1905
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,016 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
3

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $419,000
Final Sale Price: $460,000
Difference: +$41,000 (+9.8%)
Performance Metrics
109.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $412
Sale $/sq ft: $453
This property sold for $453 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 12 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$453/sq ft
Area Average
$118/sq ft
Difference
+282.8%

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 1905
Living Area 1,016 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Third Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features Attic Access

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric 60 Amps/less
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $3,719
Assessed Value $307,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Attic Access
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1905
Effective Year (Renovated): 1998
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Location

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Neighborhood

Jamaica Plain

43 Goldsmith St # 3, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130

Walkability

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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
Italian Home For Children
0.5 mi
Grades PK-09
British International School of Boston
0.7 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Curley K-8 School
0.8 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
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
0.9 mi | #251 of 352 | Score: 36.0
Improved 46 spots from last year
-22.2 below state avg
249 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Neighborhood School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-06
C-
Mendell Elementary School
1.1 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
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
1.2 mi | #692 of 824 | Score: 36.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-22 below state avg
372 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
John F Kennedy School
1.2 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
1.3 mi
Grades PK-12
F
Hennigan Elementary School
1.4 mi | #811 of 824 | Score: 26.0
Improved 2 spots from last year
-32.2 below state avg
472 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Nativity Prep School
1.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
1.8 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.9 mi
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
Epiphany School
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
3.5 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
Middle School Academy
3.9 mi
Irving Middle
1.7 mi
Timilty Middle
2.1 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
0.2 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
0.5 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
Meridian Academy
0.9 mi
Grades 06-09
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.9 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.2 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
2.3 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
2.3 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
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.7 mi | #11 of 25 | Score: 34.1
Improved 349 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
850 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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
Roxbury Latin School
3.0 mi
Grades 07-12
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Market Insights

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Price Range
7
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73528159
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Currently Listed
Jun 2, 2026
$899,000
MLS #73528159 - Active
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Sold
Jul 2, 2015
$460,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
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Listed for Sale
May 26, 2015
$419,000
Original listing
Agent: Josh Brett Office: Unlimited Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 2, 2026 Sold $899,000 —
May 26, 2015 New Listing Added $419,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
6 days
Price per Sq Ft
$453

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2015 $3,719 $307,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,719
Tax Year 2015
HOA Fee
$221
Monthly
Assessed Value
$307,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Josh Brett
Agent MLS ID BB985613
Office MLS ID AN1594
Listing Data Updated Jul 9, 2015 3:45 AM 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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