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198 Lake Shore Rd # 2, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$550,000
Est. $3,845/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,054
Sq Ft
$522
Price/Sq Ft
1963
Year Built
20
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 31, 2018 • MLS# 72337336 Copied!

About this home

Boston's Hidden Jewel ! Unique 14 acre suburban oasis with tree lined streets and lush courtyards. Conveniently located on Newton line bordered by Chandler Pond & Newton Comm. Golf Course-yet minutes from downtown Boston. Close to public transportation & MA Pike(exit 17)at Newton Corner. Walking path to Green Line T @ Boston College. One of a kind country French inspired décor with many updates! White & bright kitchen with glass front cabinetry. Replacement windows throughout with stunning white plantation shutters on all windows(except kit & Master bath)Popcorn ceilings removed in all living areas(except 2 beds). 3rd bedroom converted to formal dining room w/ French doors off living room.(could be changed back to 3rd bed) Heating & Central A/C replaced in 2005. In unit water shut offs added then as well. South facing end unit in lovely courtyard! Laundry & storage next door. Pets allowed that do NOT use common areas. Don't miss this very special lovingly maintained home!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner CITY OF BOSTON
Mailing Address LAKE SHORE RD, BRIGHTON, MA, 02135

Land Use

Use Code 985
Description N/A

Tax Information

Assessed Value $13,700
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $141
CPA Surcharge 1% ($0)
Estimated Annual Tax $141

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $13,500 $200 $13,700

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 (89.4% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1963
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,054 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $559,000
Final Sale Price: $550,000
Difference: $9,000 (-1.6%)
Performance Metrics
98.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
20
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $530
Sale $/sq ft: $522
This property sold for $522 per square foot
Sale Summary

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

With only 20 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 14 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$522/sq ft
Area Average
$109/sq ft
Difference
+378.5%

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 1963
Living Area 1,054 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool Association, In Ground
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features None
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $4,196
Assessed Value $400,400

Interior Features

Flooring:
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Basement: N
Laundry:
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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1963
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling: Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features:

Location

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Neighborhood

Brighton

198 Lake Shore Rd # 2, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135

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

3 schools
D
Edison Elementary School
0.3 mi | #759 of 824 | Score: 31.7
Improved 21 spots from last year
-26.5 below state avg
502 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Mount Alvernia Academy
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Lyon Elementary School
0.6 mi | #333 of 352 | Score: 27.3
Dropped 194 spots from last year
-30.9 below state avg
143 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A+
Bigelow Middle School
1.0 mi | #26 of 352 | Score: 60.6
Improved 44 spots from last year
+2.4 above state avg
434 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
D
Lyon High School
0.6 mi | #328 of 346 | Score: 27.8
Improved 22 spots from last year
-30.4 below state avg
95 students Diverse
12 sports • 88 athletes
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 12
Bais Yaakov of Boston School
0.7 mi
Grades 09-12
Mesivta High School
1.0 mi
Grades 09-12
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Property Tax $350
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $514/mo
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Year 15
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Property History

Market Insights

8.3%
Price Range
21
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73518480
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Currently Listed
May 13, 2026
$599,000
MLS #73518480 - Active
Sold
Aug 24, 2018
$550,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 21
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Listed for Sale
May 31, 2018
$549,000
Original listing
Agent: Rhoda Ostrer Office: Century 21 Commonwealth

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 13, 2026 Sold $599,000
May 31, 2018 New Listing Added $549,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
20 days
Price per Sq Ft
$522

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $4,196 $400,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,196
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$514
Monthly
Assessed Value
$400,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent Rhoda Ostrer
Listing Office Century 21 Commonwealth
Agent MLS ID BB903845
Office MLS ID AC1527
Listing Data Updated Aug 27, 2018 11:37 AM 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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