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537 Massachusetts Ave. # 4, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$1,225,000
Est. $7,596/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,159
Sq Ft
$1,057
Price/Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
18
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 5, 2024 • MLS# 73286195 Copied!

About this home

An absolutely gorgeous penthouse meticulously designed with stunning details, soaring ceilings, wonderful light and an open and inviting layout. Quiet, private and spacious, the open concept flows seamlessly from room to room. Designed to offer all the modern amenities, while still holding onto its period details and charm. A wood burning fireplace and a spacious dining room w/built ins, create the perfect setting for dinner parties or cozy winter evenings. A full staircase effortlessly brings you to a large private roof deck offering unrestricted views of the Boston Skyline, it's the perfect city oasis. Each full bathroom has been curated with high end fixtures & finishes that would be the envy of any 5 Star Hotel. The kitchen boasts a Thermador Refrigerator/Wolf Range and copper island with matching fixtures . Truly a one of a kind must see property conveniently located in desirable Chester Park, just steps to all the South End and Back Bay Neighborhoods have to offer.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner ILANA J FINLEY REVOCABLE TRUST
Mailing Address 537 MASSACHUSETTS AV #4, BOSTON, MA, 02118

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,027,200
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $10,570
CPA Surcharge 1% ($95)
Estimated Annual Tax $10,665

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $811,500 $811,500

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 (88.7% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,159 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,250,000
Final Sale Price: $1,225,000
Difference: $25,000 (-2.0%)
Performance Metrics
98.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,079
Sale $/sq ft: $1,057
This property sold for $1,057 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.0% below the original asking price.

With only 18 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
$1,057/sq ft
Area Average
$432/sq ft
Difference
+144.9%

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 1899
Living Area 1,159 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $11,425
Assessed Value $1,048,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
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: Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s)

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

537 Massachusetts Ave. # 4, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

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
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.1 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.3 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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.4 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.5 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
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.6 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.9 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
F
Tobin K-8 School
1.0 mi | #344 of 352 | Score: 25.1
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.1 below state avg
364 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C
Hale Elementary School
1.0 mi | #582 of 824 | Score: 41.7
Dropped 281 spots from last year
-16.5 below state avg
162 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
1.1 mi
Grades K-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.3 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
1.5 mi
Nativity Prep School
1.6 mi
Grades 05-08
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
Dearborn Middle School
2.1 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.4 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
0.8 mi
UP Academy
1.5 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.7 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
0.8 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
Newman School
1.0 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.0 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+
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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.5 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
Meridian Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.3 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
D
English High School
2.7 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
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Property History

Market Insights

2%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Nov 7, 2024
$1,225,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
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Listed for Sale
Sep 5, 2024
$1,250,000
Original listing
Agent: The Klein Group Office: Engel & Volkers Newton

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 5, 2024 New Listing Added $1,250,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
18 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,057

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $11,425 $1,048,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$11,425
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$250
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,048,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Klein Group
Listing Office Engel & Volkers Newton
Agent MLS ID TM334800
Office MLS ID AN4462
Listing Data Updated Nov 7, 2024 12:34 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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