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17 Tower St # 1, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130 • Jamaica Plain
$490,000
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,033
Sq Ft
$474
Price/Sq Ft
0.07
Acres
1900
Year Built
1
Parking
21
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 29, 2019 • MLS# 72507766 Copied! • Updated Jul 12, 2019

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $519,000
Final Sale Price: $490,000
Difference: $29,000 (-5.6%)
Performance Metrics
94.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
21
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $502
Sale $/sq ft: $474
This property sold for $474 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.6% below the original asking price.

With only 21 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 14 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$474/sq ft
Area Average
$236/sq ft
Difference
+100.9%

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

About this home

Enjoy an urban lifestyle in the emerging Forest Hills neighborhood! Conveniently located just minutes to the Orange Line T/Bus station, Zipcars and the bike path, with easy access to downtown Boston and Longwood Medical. This home has an attractive layout and THREE bedrooms. Entertain in the open Living / Dining space and enjoy cooking in your fully equipped Kitchen w/granite counters, stainless appliances, maple cabinetry and storage pantry featuring your own washer & dryer. Close on time to take advantage of the rear deck & yard – perfect for al fresco dining and urban gardening. There’s also plenty of private basement storage and 1-car parking right outside your door. Stroll to wonderful restaurants such as Dogwood Café and Brassica, or enjoy the walking trails of Forest Hills Cemetery, Arnold Arboretum and Franklin Park. This location cannot be beat!

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Property History

Market Insights

42%
Price Range
22
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73481427
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Apr 16, 2026
$767,000
MLS #73481427
Sold
Jul 12, 2019
$490,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 22
🏠
Listed for Sale
May 29, 2019
$489,000
Original listing
Agent: Ellen & Janis Team Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #71853539
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jul 31, 2015
$445,000
MLS #71853539

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $1,974 $444,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$1,974
Tax Year 2019
HOA Fee
$250
Monthly
Assessed Value
$444,400

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 1,033 sq ft
Lot Size 0.07 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry First Floor, In Unit
Features Entry Hall

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Garden
Pool Association
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Features Tandem, Assigned, Paved
Total Spaces 1
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $1,974
Assessed Value $444,400

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $250 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 3
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures None
Exclusions None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans (3)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 22 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,033 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Bedroom3
13 x 8
Closet, Flooring - Wood
Dining Room
15 x 12
Ceiling Fan(s), Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan
Kitchen
12 x 11
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
Bedroom2
10 x 10
Closet, Flooring - Wood
Living Room
14 x 12
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan
Master Bedroom
15 x 12
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Entry Hall
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 2003
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Garden
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Tandem, Assigned, Paved
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
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
0.4 mi | #251 of 352 | Score: 36.0
Improved 46 spots from last year
-22.2 below state avg
249 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Italian Home For Children
0.8 mi
Grades PK-09
C-
Haley Pilot School
0.9 mi | #739 of 824 | Score: 33.2
Dropped 86 spots from last year
-25 below state avg
360 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Neighborhood School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Brooke Charter School Mattapan
1.1 mi | #45 of 346 | Score: 67.9
Improved 79 spots from last year
+9.7 above state avg
2,216 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades K-12
British International School of Boston
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
1.3 mi | #692 of 824 | Score: 36.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-22 below state avg
372 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Sarah Roberts Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-06
C-
Mendell Elementary School
1.3 mi | #674 of 824 | Score: 37.2
Dropped 147 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
309 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C
Curley K-8 School
1.3 mi | #268 of 352 | Score: 34.7
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
902 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Mother Caroline Academy
1.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
1.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.7 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.0 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.2 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
Epiphany School
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
3.2 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
Middle School Academy
4.0 mi
Irving Middle
1.3 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
2.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
English High School
0.5 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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
0.5 mi | #14 of 25 | Score: 31.3
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
428 students Less Diverse
Strong AP Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
1.1 mi
Grades 06-09
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.9 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
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.1 mi | #11 of 25 | Score: 34.1
Improved 349 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
850 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.5 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.5 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
C+
New Mission High School
2.5 mi | #240 of 346 | Score: 47.3
Improved 88 spots from last year
-10.9 below state avg
715 students Diverse
13 sports • 458 athletes
Early College Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
2.6 mi | #8 of 25 | Score: 41.6
Improved 287 spots from last year
-16.6 below state avg
700 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.7 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
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Jamaica Plain

17 Tower St # 1, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130

Listing Information

Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID TM328289
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Jul 12, 2019 3:13 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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