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596 American Legion Hwy. # 5, Boston MA 02131

Boston, MA 02131 • Roslindale
$299,900
Est. $2,169/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
624
Sq Ft
$481
Price/Sq Ft
1965
Year Built
3 hours 38 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Mar 16, 2026 • MLS# 73487067 Copied!

About this home

Why rent when you can own in Boston? This meticulously maintained 1 bedroom condo offers an affordable opportunity to live in the desirable Roslindale neighborhood. Ideal for first time buyers, commuters, or investors, this bright unit features a spacious living room filled with natural sunlight, a large bedroom with an oversized walk in closet, and a modern eat in kitchen with stainless steel appliances with posibility to create an open concept with island. The professionally managed condo association offers low condo fees, laundry in the building, and assigned off street parking. Enjoy a beautifully maintained complex with a charming courtyard setting. Conveniently located near shops, restaurants, parks, and public transportation with easy access to downtown Boston. A great starter home with strong future rental potential. In many cases the total monthly cost to owne this condo including mortgage, condo fee, taxes, and insurance maybe lower than renting a comparable unit in the area.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1965
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
624 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Open House Schedule

21
Mar
Saturday, March 21
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1965
Living Area 624 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Electric Baseboard
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Features None
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range

Financial

Annual Tax $2,429
Assessed Value $209,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1965
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric Baseboard
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
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

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features:

Location

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Neighborhood

Roslindale

596 American Legion Hwy. # 5, Boston MA 02131

Boston, MA 02131

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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-
Haley Pilot School
< 0.1 mi | #739 of 824 | Score: 33.2
Dropped 86 spots from last year
-25 below state avg
360 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
0.7 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
F
Young Achievers Elementary School
0.8 mi | #347 of 352 | Score: 24.1
Dropped 5 spots from last year
-34.1 below state avg
489 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Mattahunt Elementary School
0.8 mi | #709 of 824 | Score: 34.8
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-23.4 below state avg
581 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Sacred Heart Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Sarah Roberts Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Brooke Charter School Mattapan
1.0 mi | #45 of 346 | Score: 67.9
Improved 79 spots from last year
+9.7 above state avg
2,216 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades K-12
Berea SDA Academy
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Mildred Avenue K-8 School
1.2 mi | #330 of 352 | Score: 27.9
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-30.3 below state avg
601 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Shaw Elementary School
1.2 mi | #783 of 824 | Score: 29.8
Improved 54 spots from last year
-28.4 below state avg
528 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Mother Caroline Academy
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.1 mi
Epiphany School
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
2.5 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.5 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
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.6 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
C
Ohrenberger School
2.7 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
4.4 mi
Irving Middle
0.8 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
2.3 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
English High School
1.4 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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.5 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
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
1.7 mi | #8 of 25 | Score: 41.6
Improved 287 spots from last year
-16.6 below state avg
700 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
C+
New Mission High School
1.7 mi | #240 of 346 | Score: 47.3
Improved 88 spots from last year
-10.9 below state avg
715 students Diverse
13 sports • 458 athletes
Early College Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B+
TechBoston Academy
1.7 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
Meridian Academy
1.9 mi
Grades 06-09
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
Roxbury Latin School
2.6 mi
Grades 07-12
Catholic Memorial School
3.0 mi
15 sports • 2,206 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.1 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
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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Mar 16, 2026
$299,900
Original listing
Agent: Rafael Hernandez Office: A Plus Realty Group, LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 16, 2026 New Listing Added $299,900

Market Statistics

Time on Market
3 hours 38 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$481

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $2,429 $209,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,429
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$250
Monthly
Assessed Value
$209,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Rafael Hernandez
Listing Office A Plus Realty Group, LLC
Agent MLS ID BB809541
Office MLS ID AC1032
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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