596 American Legion Hwy # 3, Boston MA 02131

Boston, MA 02131 • Roslindale
$212,500
1
Beds
1
Baths
624
Sq Ft
$341
Price/Sq Ft
0.01
Acres
1965
Year Built
1
Parking
4
Days on Market
Sold Listed Aug 1, 2018 • MLS# 72371993 Copied! • Updated Sep 13, 2018

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $189,900
Final Sale Price: $212,500
Difference: +$22,600 (+11.9%)
Performance Metrics
111.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $304
Sale $/sq ft: $341
This property sold for $341 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 4 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 6 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$341/sq ft
Area Median
$425/sq ft
Difference
19.7%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Dazzlingly beautiful condominium unit in highly sought-after and ultra convenient Roslindale locale! Unit nestled near highly coveted Edward Brooke Charter School and new school being built next door, Brooke High School. Conveniently located on the first-floor level, this unit boasts extra spacious rooms, including master bedroom with large walk-in closet, brand-new (gutted to the studs) tiled bath with chic vanity, floor, ceiling and walls, sun-drenched living room & eat-in kitchen, and professionally cleaned carpets. Area amenities include close proximity to public transit via revamped Forest Hills T station, supermarkets, including Stop & Shop, restaurants, library, Franklin Park Zoo, Arnold Arboretum, Jamaica Pond, Longwood Medical area, Fenway Park and area colleges (Northeastern, Wentworth, BU, MassART, Simmons, MA College of Pharmacy, UMass). Easy access to Boston, Cambridge, and major routes. What an amazing value!

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Property History

Market Insights

36.5%
Price Range
5
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73530585
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jun 4, 2026
$299,000
MLS #73530585 - Active
Sold
Sep 12, 2018
$212,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 5
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Listed for Sale
Aug 1, 2018
$189,900
Original listing
Agent: The Junior & Vivian Team Office: Landmark Unlimited Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $1,468 $140,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$1,468
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$220
Monthly
Assessed Value
$140,100

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1965
Living Area 624 sq ft
Lot Size 0.01 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Electric
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Basement
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Common
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $1,468
Assessed Value $140,100

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $220 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Exclusions Sellers Personal Belongings.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building 3
Sq Ft Source Owner
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 5 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1965
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
624 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1965
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric
Cooling: Wall 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

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Common
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
C-
Haley Pilot School
< 0.1 mi | #745 of 825 | Score: 32.8
Dropped 92 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
352 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
0.7 mi | #262 of 352 | Score: 35.5
Improved 35 spots from last year
-22.7 below state avg
209 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
F
Young Achievers Elementary School
0.7 mi | #348 of 352 | Score: 23.8
Dropped 6 spots from last year
-34.4 below state avg
422 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Mattahunt Elementary School
0.8 mi | #709 of 825 | Score: 35.0
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
580 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Sacred Heart Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Sarah Roberts Elementary School
0.9 mi
684 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A
Brooke Charter School Mattapan
1.0 mi | #40 of 346 | Score: 68.8
Improved 84 spots from last year
+10.6 above state avg
2,230 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades K-12
Berea SDA Academy
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Mildred Avenue K-8 School
1.1 mi | #331 of 352 | Score: 28.0
Dropped 9 spots from last year
-30.2 below state avg
557 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
F
Shaw Elementary School
1.2 mi | #789 of 825 | Score: 29.4
Improved 48 spots from last year
-28.8 below state avg
469 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Mother Caroline Academy
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.0 mi
Epiphany School
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
2.5 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.5 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.6 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
C
Ohrenberger School
2.7 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
4.4 mi
Irving Middle
0.9 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
2.3 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
English High School
1.4 mi | #328 of 346 | Score: 28.9
Improved 30 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
653 students Diverse
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.5 mi | #14 of 25 | Score: 31.6
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.7 below state avg
480 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
1.7 mi | #8 of 25 | Score: 43.6
Improved 287 spots from last year
-14.6 below state avg
670 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
C+
New Mission High School
1.7 mi | #231 of 346 | Score: 49.5
Improved 97 spots from last year
-8.7 below state avg
739 students Diverse
13 sports • 458 athletes
Early College Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B+
TechBoston Academy
1.7 mi | #10 of 25 | Score: 34.9
Improved 350 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
869 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
1.9 mi
Grades 06-09
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.4 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
Roxbury Latin School
2.6 mi
Grades 07-12
Catholic Memorial School
3.0 mi
15 sports • 2,206 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.1 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Roslindale

596 American Legion Hwy # 3, Boston MA 02131

Boston, MA 02131

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Junior & Vivian Team
Listing Office Landmark Unlimited Realty
Office Phone 617-303-4436
Agent MLS ID TEAM0486
Office MLS ID AN2801
Listing Data Updated Sep 13, 2018 2:10 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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