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537 Massachusetts Ave # 4, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$960,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,159
Sq Ft
$828
Price/Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
26
Days on Market
Closed Listed Oct 24, 2018 • MLS# 72414845 Copied! • Updated Dec 27, 2018

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.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 49 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$828/sq ft
Area Average
$310/sq ft
Difference
+167.0%

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

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

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
Features On Street
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range
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
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.
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
For Sale
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,159 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Yes

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
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
Hurley K-8 School
0.1 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.3 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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.5 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
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
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.6 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.9 mi | #155 of 346 | Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students Moderate
High Graduation Rate Rising School
Grades 05-12
F
Tobin K-8 School
1.0 mi | #344 of 352 | Score: 25.1
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.1 below state avg
364 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C
Hale Elementary School
1.1 mi | #582 of 824 | Score: 41.7
Dropped 281 spots from last year
-16.5 below state avg
162 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
1.1 mi
Grades K-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.3 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
1.6 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: 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
2.1 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.4 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
0.8 mi
UP Academy
1.6 mi
H

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: 61.1
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
0.8 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
Newman School
1.0 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.0 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.1 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+
Boston Latin Academy
1.6 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
Meridian Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.4 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
D
English High School
2.7 mi | #324 of 346 | Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students Moderate
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
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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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