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34 Lawrence St # 2, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • South End
$655,000
1
Beds
1.5
Baths
671
Sq Ft
$976
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1899
Year Built
6
Days on Market
Closed Listed Nov 13, 2018 • MLS# 72423246 Copied! • Updated Dec 14, 2018

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $629,000
Final Sale Price: $655,000
Difference: +$26,000 (+4.1%)
Performance Metrics
104.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $937
Sale $/sq ft: $976
This property sold for $976 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 4.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$976/sq ft
Area Average
$177/sq ft
Difference
+453.0%

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

About this home

Perfectly located 1 bed 1.5 bath duplex with South Facing Private Deck on the Back Bay/South End Border! The entry floor features an elegant living area with High ceilings, Crown Molding, Wood Burning Fireplace, warm Hardwood floors and Exposed Brick. Bright kitchen with Gas cooking, white cabinets, granite counters and a powder room are also on this floor. On the lower level is the serene King-Sized Master suite with generous closets, full bath and separate laundry area. Lovely, quiet, tree lined street - 2 blocks from Copley, Back Bay Station, & the Pru. Pet Friendly, In unit Laundry. Well maintained building with very healthy reserves and low condo fees. Semi Private Entrance shared with only 1 other unit. New hot water tank 2015. Roof appx 10 yrs old, Older boiler.

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Property History

Market Insights

99.5%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73550782
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jul 16, 2026
$3,700
MLS #73550782 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #72818945
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Dec 10, 2021
$750,000
MLS #72818945
Sold
Dec 14, 2018
$655,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
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Listed for Sale
Nov 13, 2018
$629,000
Original listing
Agent: Denise M. Fisher Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $5,497 $524,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,497
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$187
Monthly
Assessed Value
$524,500

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 671 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck - Wood
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood
Features None
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $5,497
Assessed Value $524,500

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $187 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 3
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures New Hot Water Tank 2015. Roof Appx 10 Yrs Old, Older Boiler. Property/assoc Address Is 114 Chandler St (unit G-2). Condo Docs Are Attached For Review.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building 2
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Sq Ft Disclosures Prop/Assoc Address is 114 Chandler St. Access to unit is via Semi Private Entrance at 34 Lawrence.
Documents Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Association Financial Statements (3)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 7 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
671 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Room Details

Other Floor

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

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, 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:
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, 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
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.2 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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.4 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.6 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
Park Street School
0.7 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.9 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
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.1 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
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.1 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
1.5 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 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
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.4 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
2.7 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.0 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
1.4 mi
UP Academy
1.5 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.4 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.5 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
Newman School
0.6 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.4 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
1.4 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
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+
Boston Latin Academy
2.2 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.4 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.5 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
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
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South End

34 Lawrence St # 2, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Denise M. Fisher
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone 617-426-6900
Agent MLS ID BB923024
Office MLS ID BB5918
Listing Data Updated Dec 14, 2018 5:30 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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