157 Newbury Street # 3, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$2,488,000
3
Beds
4.5
Baths
2,100
Sq Ft
$1,185
Price/Sq Ft
0.05
Acres
1899
Year Built
1
Parking
19
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jun 12, 2018 • MLS# 72344102 Copied! • Updated Aug 10, 2018

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,595,000
Final Sale Price: $2,488,000
Difference: $107,000 (-4.1%)
Performance Metrics
95.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,236
Sale $/sq ft: $1,185
This property sold for $1,185 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 4.1% below the original asking price.

With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

Stunning 3 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath floor thru with direct elevator access offers an outstanding layout and 2,100 square feet all on one floor! A gracious entry foyer leads to a spacious and sunny living area with beautiful views of Old South Church and the Hancock Tower. High ceilings, recessed lighting and hardwood floors are throughout the home. A gourmet kitchen is designer quality with Thermador double ovens and 5 burner gas range, Subzero and breakfast bar. The master bedroom suite offers two full bathrooms and two large walk in closets. On the other side of the home are two other very good sized bedrooms each with an en suite bath. There is a laundry room and extra storage closets. The DuBarry is a well run professionally managed, pet friendly building on a prime block of Newbury Street just steps to the best shops and restaurants the Back Bay has to offer. Recent improvements include a new roof in 2017 and new south facing windows in 2018. One direct parking space is included.

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Property History

Market Insights

24.5%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73505497
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Aug 18, 2026
$3,295,000
MLS #73505497
Sold
Aug 10, 2018
$2,488,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jun 12, 2018
$2,595,000
Original listing
Agent: Paul Whaley/Charlie Ring Team Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston - Back Bay

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $28,499 $2,693,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$28,499
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$810
Monthly
Assessed Value
$2,693,400

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 2,100 sq ft
Lot Size 0.05 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Deeded
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $28,499
Assessed Value $2,693,400

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $810 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 4
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building 3
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 20 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,100 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Main Level Bedrooms
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Effective Year (Renovated): 2006
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
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

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Deeded

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, T-Station
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
The Learning Project
0.2 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.5 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
Advent School
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.8 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.8 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
Kids Are People School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.0 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
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.4 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.1 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
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
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
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.2 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
1.6 mi
UP Academy
1.9 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.8 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
Cathedral High School
0.8 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.5 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.5 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
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
D
Charlestown High School
2.2 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
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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.9 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 06-09
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Neighborhood

Back Bay

157 Newbury Street # 3, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Paul Whaley/Charlie Ring Team
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston - Back Bay
Office Phone 617-266-4430
Agent MLS ID TM309563
Office MLS ID BB2054
Listing Data Updated Aug 10, 2018 12:51 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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