85 Jamaica Street # 1, Boston MA 02130
Boston, MA 02130 • Jamaica Plain
$315,520
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$329,000
Final Sale Price:
$315,520
Difference:
$13,480 (-4.1%)
Performance Metrics
95.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$331
Sale $/sq ft:
$318
This property sold for $318 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 4.1% below the original asking price.
With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 27 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$318/sq ft
Area Median
$609/sq ft
Difference
47.8%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Gardener's haven! Centrally located and Classic 5 room, 2 bed condo is filled with charm. Open layout from livingroom to kitchen makes the space feel twice as large. Built-in bookshelves adorn the diningroom w/plenty of space for the avid reader. Other details include natural woodwork and beautiful hardwoods. Brand new front porches and nice back deck leads to landscaped yard w/built-in patio set. With little work, you can make the kitchen of your dreams! Short walk to Arboretum, shops, and T!
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
44.2%
Price Range
14
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73593589
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Oct 21, 2026
$565,000
MLS #73593589 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #70763251
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 16, 2008
$315,000
MLS #70763251
Sold
Jul 22, 2005
$315,520
Property sold
Days on Market: 14
Listed for Sale
Jun 8, 2005
$329,000
Original listing
Agent: Rachel Burns
Office: Jamaica Hill Realty, Inc.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $565,000 | - | - | MLS #73593589 - Active |
| 07/16/2008 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $315,000 | - | - | MLS #70763251 |
| 07/22/2005 | ✓ Sold | $315,520 | - | - | Property sold |
| 06/08/2005 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $329,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | $1,525 | $256,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$1,525
Tax Year 2005
HOA Fee
$150
Per month
Assessed Value
$256,100
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1905
Living Area
993 sq ft
Stories
1
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Concrete
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Porch, Deck, Patio
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Deck, Patio
Parking
Features
Off Street, Tandem, Common
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public, City/town Water
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$1,525
Assessed Value
$256,100
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$150
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
Laundry
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
3
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Park In Driveway 2 Month/year. See Broker For Disclosures.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["2/3 Family"]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
14 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1905
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
993 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Concrete
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Storm Window(s)
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1905
Structure Type:
2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Steam, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public, City/Town Water
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Deck, Patio
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Deck, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Off Street, Tandem, Common
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Italian Home For Children
0.6 mi
Grades PK-09
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
0.7 mi
|
#262 of 352
|
Score: 35.5
Improved 35 spots from last year
-22.7 below state avg
209 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
British International School of Boston
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
Neighborhood School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-06
C
Curley K-8 School
1.0 mi
|
#268 of 352
|
Score: 34.8
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-23.4 below state avg
955 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C-
Mendell Elementary School
1.1 mi
|
#680 of 825
|
Score: 36.8
Dropped 153 spots from last year
-21.4 below state avg
312 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
1.2 mi
|
#691 of 825
|
Score: 36.4
Dropped 87 spots from last year
-21.9 below state avg
332 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
John F Kennedy School
1.3 mi
|
#636 of 825
|
Score: 38.9
Dropped 61 spots from last year
-19.3 below state avg
366 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Parkside Christian Academy/Cross Factor Academy
1.4 mi
Grades PK-12
C-
Haley Pilot School
1.4 mi
|
#745 of 825
|
Score: 32.8
Dropped 92 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
352 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Nativity Prep School
1.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
1.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.3 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
2.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
3.4 mi
|
#266 of 352
|
Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
3.9 mi
Irving Middle
1.5 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
2.1 mi
High Schools
10 schools
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
0.2 mi
|
#14 of 25
|
Score: 31.6
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.7 below state avg
480 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
0.4 mi
|
#328 of 346
|
Score: 28.9
Improved 30 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
653 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
0.9 mi
Grades 06-09
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.8 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.3 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.4 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students
Moderate
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.4 mi
|
#20 of 346
|
Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.5 mi
|
#10 of 25
|
Score: 34.9
Improved 350 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
869 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C+
New Mission High School
2.9 mi
|
#231 of 346
|
Score: 49.5
Improved 97 spots from last year
-8.7 below state avg
739 students
Diverse
13 sports
• 458 athletes
Early College Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Roxbury Latin School
2.9 mi
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Jamaica Plain
85 Jamaica Street # 1, Boston MA 02130
Boston, MA 02130
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Rachel Burns
Listing Office
Jamaica Hill Realty, Inc.
Office Phone
617-524-0130
Agent MLS ID
BB983201
Office MLS ID
BB3008
Listing Data Updated
Mar 31, 2025 9:46 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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