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31 Massachusetts Ave # 1, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115 • Back Bay
$537,500
1
Beds
1
Baths
625
Sq Ft
$860
Price/Sq Ft
0.01
Acres
1869
Year Built
17
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 28, 2016 • MLS# 72074318 Copied! • Updated Nov 16, 2016

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $550,000
Final Sale Price: $537,500
Difference: $12,500 (-2.3%)
Performance Metrics
97.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $880
Sale $/sq ft: $860
This property sold for $860 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.3% below the original asking price.

With only 17 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
$860/sq ft
Area Average
$186/sq ft
Difference
+363.5%

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

About this home

Welcome to the newly renovated 31 Massachusetts Ave! The building in its entirety has just completed extensive renovations leaving everything from details of wainscoting in the common areas to a re-finished façade. Located in the heart of Boston's sought after Back Bay neighborhood, this one-bedroom unit features an abundance of double crown-molding, natural lighting, and modern amenities. Enter through the custom wood frame door to your large foyer which puts you directly into the middle of an open concept layout. Gleaming hardwood floors compliment this unit throughout, along with stainless steel appliances, granite counter-tops, and custom cabinetry. Your location with this unit is second to none; within only a few blocks from the shopping on Newbury, the charm of Commonwealth Ave, and the allure of Cambridge this condo is sure to fit your needs.

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Property History

Market Insights

30.9%
Price Range
21
Total Days on Market
4
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73324682
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Apr 14, 2025
$713,000
MLS #73324682
Previous Transaction - MLS #72982306
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Aug 31, 2022
$632,000
MLS #72982306
Previous Transaction - MLS #72484077
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jun 10, 2019
$778,000
MLS #72484077
Previous Transaction - MLS #72336814
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Sep 4, 2018
$620,000
MLS #72336814
Sold
Nov 16, 2016
$537,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 21
🏠
Listed for Sale
Sep 28, 2016
$550,000
Original listing
Agent: Stivaletta Team Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | South End

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $3,474 $315,838

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,474
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$411
Monthly
Assessed Value
$315,838

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1869
Living Area 625 sq ft
Lot Size 0.01 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof None
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 $3,474
Assessed Value $315,838

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $411 Monthly
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Seller To Assume All Costs, If Any, Associated With Pending Litigation Resulting From A 2014 Fire In The Building.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 1-1
Sq Ft Source Other
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs (3)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 21 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1869
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
625 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1869
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
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

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
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
Kids Are People School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-12
Kingsley Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.9 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
Perkins Elementary School
0.9 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
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.0 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
Park Street School
1.0 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
1.1 mi
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.1 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
The Winsor School
1.2 mi
Grades 05-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.0 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.3 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.8 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
Mother Caroline Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
Epiphany School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.9 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
Timilty Middle
1.4 mi
Edwards Middle
2.3 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.0 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
Cathedral High School
1.2 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.3 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
C
Quincy Upper School
1.3 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.7 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
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
D
Charlestown High School
2.5 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
2.7 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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Neighborhood

Back Bay

31 Massachusetts Ave # 1, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115

Listing Information

Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | South End
Office Phone 617-267-2666
Agent MLS ID TM304251
Office MLS ID BB8111
Listing Data Updated Nov 16, 2016 10:06 AM 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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