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40 Chester # B, Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134 • Allston
$270,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
755
Sq Ft
$358
Price/Sq Ft
1920
Year Built
12
Days on Market
Closed Listed Oct 8, 2015 • MLS# 71916638 Copied! • Updated Jan 11, 2016

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $274,500
Final Sale Price: $270,000
Difference: $4,500 (-1.6%)
Performance Metrics
98.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $364
Sale $/sq ft: $358
This property sold for $358 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.6% below the original asking price.

With only 12 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 43 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$358/sq ft
Area Average
$283/sq ft
Difference
+26.4%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

Do you love being in the heart of Allston surrounded by music venues, restaurants, shops and the convenience of city life but also sometimes like to get a way from the hustle and bustle? Situated on the ground floor, this West facing condo offers two spacious bedrooms, an eat-in-kitchen, large living room, and a bonus sunroom. It is the only condo on this level! There is plenty of closet space, an additional storage unit, and laundry just outside the unit. Currently being rented through August 2016 for $1650 per month. **********************************************OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY OCTOBER 18TH 12:00-1:30PM******************************************

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Property History

Market Insights

43.8%
Price Range
63
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73349875
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Apr 28, 2025
$480,000
MLS #73349875
Sold
Dec 28, 2015
$270,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 63
🏠
Listed for Sale
Oct 8, 2015
$274,500
Original listing
Agent: Ben Strauss Office: Proper Realty Group

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $2,507 $207,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,507
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$222
Monthly
Assessed Value
$207,000

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1920
Living Area 755 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Steam
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features Sun Room

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features On Street
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $2,507
Assessed Value $207,000

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $222 Monthly
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities Hot Water, Laundry
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building B
Sq Ft Source Owner
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed (2)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 63 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
755 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1

Room Details

Basement Floor

Bathroom1
7 x 6
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Kitchen
16 x 7
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bedroom2
12 x 11
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Living Room
17 x 11
Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
Master Bedroom
10 x 14
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features: Sun Room
Windows: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Basement: Y
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1920
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, Steam
Cooling: None
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

Parking Features: On Street
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

3 schools
C-
Match Charter Public School
0.4 mi | #281 of 346 | Score: 43.2
Improved 41 spots from last year
-15 below state avg
1,189 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
A
Florida Ruffin Ridley School
0.6 mi | #40 of 352 | Score: 58.5
Improved 3 spots from last year
+0.3 above state avg
857 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
0.7 mi | #10 of 12 | Score: 30.9
Improved 651 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
364 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
H

High Schools

3 schools
JRI Bay Cove School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
Saint Joseph Preparatory High School
0.7 mi
Grades 09-12
Another Course to College
0.9 mi
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Location

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Neighborhood

Allston

40 Chester # B, Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134

Listing Information

Agent MLS ID CN212104
Office MLS ID BB3289
Listing Data Updated Jan 11, 2016 2:37 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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