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531 Massachusetts Ave # 3, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$1,475,000
Est. $9,728/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,999
Sq Ft
$738
Price/Sq Ft
0.05
Acres
1890
Year Built
43
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 8, 2019 • MLS# 72462296 Copied!

About this home

Spectacular space in this 2-3 bedroom 1999 square foot duplex penthouse condo which occupies the top two floors of a stunning brownstone. Located on Chester Square in the South End, the entire building was gut renovated in 2006. Maintaining the charm of a bygone era, the entry foyer and grand staircase have been beautifully restored. With Brazilian cherry floors and marble baths this unit features a 23x18 master bedroom with 10' ceilings, decorative carved marble fireplace and walk in closet. A second bedroom is complete with bow front and marble decorative fireplace and a third room could serve as bedroom/home office/study. The 4th floor is open and contemporary with vaulted ceilings ,floor to ceiling built-ins and galley kitchen with cherry cabinets and marble countertops. This main living space can accommodate a dining area, living room and den. A private exclusive use roof deck features beautiful city views. New roof, new deck and new A/C condensers to be installed this Spring.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,999 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
3
Entry Level
3

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,600,000
Final Sale Price: $1,475,000
Difference: $125,000 (-7.8%)
Performance Metrics
92.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
43
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $800
Sale $/sq ft: $738
This property sold for $738 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.8% below the original asking price.

The property spent 43 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$738/sq ft
Area Average
$351/sq ft
Difference
+110.1%

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

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1890
Living Area 1,999 sq ft
Lot Size 0.05 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Marble
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Fireplaces 2
Basement N
Laundry Third Floor, In Unit, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Sitting Room, Finish - Sheetrock

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Slate, Rubber
Features Balcony / Deck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $17,635
Assessed Value $1,682,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Marble
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Sitting Room, Finish - Sheetrock
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Effective Year (Renovated): 2006
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Slate, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

531 Massachusetts Ave # 3, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

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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
E

Elementary Schools

3 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
Blackstone Elementary
0.4 mi
M

Middle Schools

1 school
Timilty Middle
0.8 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Madison Park High
0.7 mi
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
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Property Tax $1,470
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $600/mo
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Property History

Market Insights

17.8%
Price Range
46
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73510964
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Currently Listed
May 1, 2026
$1,795,000
MLS #73510964 - Active
Sold
Jun 20, 2019
$1,475,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 46
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Listed for Sale
Mar 8, 2019
$1,600,000
Original listing
Agent: Pamela Gilman Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 1, 2026 Sold $1,795,000
Mar 8, 2019 New Listing Added $1,600,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
43 days
Price per Sq Ft
$738

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $17,635 $1,682,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$17,635
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$600
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,682,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Pamela Gilman
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newton - Centre St.
Agent MLS ID BB300477
Office MLS ID BB2430
Listing Data Updated Jun 22, 2019 2:06 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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