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979 South St # 2, Boston MA 02131

Boston, MA 02131 • Roslindale
$599,000
Est. $3,229/month
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,413
Sq Ft
$248
Price/Sq Ft
0.12
Acres
1920
Year Built
18
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 18, 2015 • MLS# 71803135 Copied!

About this home

Grand Philadelphia-style home on Doctors' Row has been carefully rehabbed for 2015. Open concept floor plan has versatile 4th bedroom or family room off Living Room. Sunny, south facing public rooms open to bright custom kitchen with immediate access to lovely back porch overlooking fenced yard. State-of-the-art heating, cooling (nest system) and insulation for exceptional energy efficiency. Direct basement access to 686 sq. ft. of private space. Close proximity to commuter train, Arboretum and both Roslindale Village and West Roxbury Center.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner DOWLEY FAMILY TRUST
Mailing Address SOUTH, ROSLINDALE, MA, 02131

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Free Standing

Tax Information

Assessed Value $595,000
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $6,123
CPA Surcharge 1% ($51)
Estimated Annual Tax $6,173

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $595,000 $595,000

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jan 25, 2022 $100 67073/235
Oct 16, 2020 $668,500 63974/68
Apr 17, 2015 $9 54327/143

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 (89.5% confidence) · Data as of Apr 29, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,413 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $599,000
Final Sale Price: $599,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $248
Sale $/sq ft: $248
This property sold for $248 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 18 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 16 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$248/sq ft
Area Average
$207/sq ft
Difference
+19.8%

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 1920
Living Area 2,413 sq ft
Lot Size 0.12 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Third Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Deck, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax 0.00
Assessed Value 0.00

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Third Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1920
Effective Year (Renovated): 2015
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Location

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Neighborhood

Roslindale

979 South St # 2, Boston MA 02131

Boston, MA 02131

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
Holy Name Elementary School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Mozart Elementary School
0.5 mi | #515 of 824 | Score: 44.3
Dropped 241 spots from last year
-14 below state avg
155 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C
Bates Elementary School
0.7 mi | #624 of 824 | Score: 39.5
Dropped 291 spots from last year
-18.8 below state avg
281 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Sarah Roberts Elementary School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Sacred Heart Elementary School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Lyndon K-8 School
1.1 mi | #159 of 352 | Score: 43.9
Improved 34 spots from last year
-14.3 below state avg
512 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
D
Conley Elementary School
1.1 mi | #776 of 824 | Score: 30.7
Dropped 91 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
148 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Italian Home For Children
1.2 mi
Grades PK-09
St. Theresa of Avila Elementary School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
1.3 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
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
C
Ohrenberger School
1.9 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
Nativity Prep School
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.3 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.5 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.7 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
3.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
5.5 mi
Irving Middle
0.8 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
3.5 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Roxbury Latin School
1.3 mi
Grades 07-12
Catholic Memorial School
1.5 mi
15 sports • 2,206 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.8 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
2.0 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
C+
New Mission High School
2.0 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
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
2.3 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
Meridian Academy
2.5 mi
Grades 06-09
B+
TechBoston Academy
3.2 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.4 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
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
3.8 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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Market Insights

40%
Price Range
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Total Days on Market
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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73524350
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏡
Currently Listed
May 27, 2026
$999,000
MLS #73524350 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #72679118
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 28, 2020
$840,000
MLS #72679118
Sold
May 15, 2015
$599,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
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Listed for Sale
Mar 18, 2015
$599,000
Original listing
Agent: Carol Meehan Office: Hammond Residential R. E.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 27, 2026 Sold $999,000
Aug 28, 2020 Sold $840,000
Mar 18, 2015 New Listing Added $599,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
18 days
Price per Sq Ft
$248

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2015 $0 $0

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$0
Tax Year 2015
HOA Fee
$0
Monthly
Assessed Value
$0

Listing Information

Listing Agent Carol Meehan
Listing Office Hammond Residential R. E.
Agent MLS ID BB901903
Office MLS ID BB2640
Listing Data Updated May 15, 2015 1:38 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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