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537 Massachusetts Ave # 4, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$960,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$969,000
Final Sale Price:
$960,000
Difference:
$9,000 (-0.9%)
Performance Metrics
99.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
26
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$836
Sale $/sq ft:
$828
This property sold for $828 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 0.9% below the original asking price.
With only 26 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Expansive, sunny, penthouse, 2+ bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with private roof deck. A pristine home with 1159 square feet of single level living. All in a classic, South End building overlooking Chester Square. Steps to Boston Medical Center, Boston University Medical School, restaurants, shops, the orange line MBTA and Back Bay. Large, open living with high ceilings, built-ins and fireplace. Additional area off living, currently used as formal dining. Also ideal as den/library or potential third bedroom. Kitchen with granite counters, Sub-Zero, Bosch and Thermador stainless steel appliances. Huge, king-size master with full bath en-suite, excellent closet space and custom wainscoting. Large second bedroom, ideal for home office and guests. Second bath off hall. Washer/Dryer. Newer central air. Low condo fees. 100% owner occupied, self-managed building. Full stair access to private roof deck with newer composite decking and unrivaled Back Bay and Downtown views. Just move-in and enjoy!
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Property History
Market Insights
21.6%
Price Range
33
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73286195
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Nov 7, 2024
$1,225,000
MLS #73286195
Sold
Dec 21, 2018
$960,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 33
Listed for Sale
Oct 24, 2018
$969,000
Original listing
Agent: Lucas Garofalo
Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/07/2024 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,225,000 | - | - | MLS #73286195 |
| 12/21/2018 | ✓ Sold | $960,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 10/24/2018 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $969,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $5,336 | $747,300 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,336
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$217
Monthly
Assessed Value
$747,300
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1899
Living Area
1,159 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Slate, Rubber
Features
Deck - Roof
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,336
Assessed Value
$747,300
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$217 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
4
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Taxes Include Residential Exemption. Limited To 1 Pet With Trustee Approval. Rentals Require Trustee Approval And Are A Minimum Of 6 Months. Seller Has Not Used Fireplace Recently. Buyer To Do Their Own Diligence. Condo Fees Are Paid Quarterly.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building
4
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
Master Deed, Rules & Regs (2)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
33 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,159 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof
Room Markers
BABathroom (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1899
Effective Year (Renovated):
1986
Structure Type:
Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Slate, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.1 mi
|
#259 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#766 of 825
|
Score: 31.2
Improved 35 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
201 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.4 mi
|
#808 of 825
|
Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.5 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.6 mi
|
#325 of 352
|
Score: 28.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
716 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.9 mi
|
#149 of 346
|
Score: 56.4
Improved 166 spots from last year
-1.9 below state avg
1,376 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
F
Tobin K-8 School
1.0 mi
|
#344 of 352
|
Score: 24.6
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
355 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C
Hale Elementary School
1.0 mi
|
#589 of 825
|
Score: 41.3
Dropped 288 spots from last year
-16.9 below state avg
167 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
1.1 mi
Grades K-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.3 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
1.5 mi
Nativity Prep School
1.6 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.9 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
Dearborn Middle School
2.1 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.4 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
Timilty Middle
0.8 mi
UP Academy
1.5 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.7 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.8 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
Newman School
1.0 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.0 mi
|
#279 of 346
|
Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.1 mi
|
#20 of 346
|
Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.5 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
Meridian Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.3 mi
|
#20 of 25
|
Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
2.7 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
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Neighborhood
South End
537 Massachusetts Ave # 4, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Lucas Garofalo
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Office Phone
617-542-0012
Agent MLS ID
BB902679
Office MLS ID
BB5522
Listing Data Updated
Dec 27, 2018 2:31 PM 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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