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31 Massachusetts Ave. # 1, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115 • Back Bay
$620,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
625
Sq Ft
$992
Price/Sq Ft
1869
Year Built
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 31, 2018 • MLS# 72336814 Copied! • Updated Sep 12, 2018

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $585,000
Final Sale Price: $620,000
Difference: +$35,000 (+6.0%)
Performance Metrics
106.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $936
Sale $/sq ft: $992
This property sold for $992 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 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
$992/sq ft
Area Average
$186/sq ft
Difference
+434.6%

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

About this home

Now calling for offers by 3pm! Welcome to 'The Stratford' condos... Adorable parlor level 1 bedroom loaded with period details and charm located on the corner of Mass Ave and Beacon, one of Boston/Back Bay's best vantage points for commuters and students. Convenient to Central Square, Kenmore, MIT, Harvard, BU and North Eastern. Recently renovated in 2015, 31 Mass Ave unit 1-1 offers a light flooded open floor plan with double exposures, high ceilings, gleaming hard wood floors, large well appointed eat in kitchen with custom cabinets, stainless appliances, in-unit laundry, quiet en-suite style bedroom and a front facing classic parlor living room with a decorative fire place. First showings at open house Saturday 6/2. Offers if any due by Monday June 4th at 3pm Open Houses: (Sat June 2nd 11:30-1pm) (Sun June 3rd 1:30-3pm)

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Property History

Market Insights

30.9%
Price Range
6
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
Sold
Sep 4, 2018
$620,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
🏠
Listed for Sale
May 31, 2018
$585,000
Original listing
Agent: Adam Cutone Office: The Charles Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72074318
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Nov 16, 2016
$537,500
MLS #72074318

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $5,289 $500,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,289
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$411
Monthly
Assessed Value
$500,700

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1869
Living Area 625 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Central, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Range, For Gas Dryer, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $5,289
Assessed Value $500,700

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $411 Monthly
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
Amenities Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 1-1
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 6 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
4
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: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit, Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

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

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Natural Gas
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:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, University
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 The Charles Realty
Office Phone 617-236-0353
Agent MLS ID CN204260
Office MLS ID BB9906
Listing Data Updated Sep 12, 2018 1:12 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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