89 Ruthven Street, Boston MA 02121
Boston, MA 02121
$850,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$878,000
Final Sale Price:
$850,000
Difference:
$28,000 (-3.2%)
Performance Metrics
96.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
51
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$162
Sale $/sq ft:
$157
This property sold for $157 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 3.2% below the original asking price.
The property spent 51 days on market before selling.
About this home
Large multifamily located near Franklin Park And minutes to Major Hospitals and University's .This Home is also close to the orange line T stations and many different bus line for easy commutes. This home has high efficiency Navien Combo boilers with great back yard space The property can be delivered 100% Vacant. The basement has space to build Additional unit to increase the rental income . All units in the building have very large living spaces, tall ceilings and wide hallways. Don't miss out on this chance to own this great rental property! Selling AS IS
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Property History
Market Insights
27.3%
Price Range
53
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73568044
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Aug 25, 2026
$1,169,000
MLS #73568044 - Active
Sold
Jan 28, 2020
$850,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 53
Listed for Sale
Jul 28, 2019
$878,000
Original listing
Agent: Stephen D. Powell
Office: Powell Realty Group
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/25/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,169,000 | - | - | MLS #73568044 - Active |
| 01/28/2020 | ✓ Sold | $850,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 07/28/2019 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $878,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $3,974 | $500,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$3,974
Tax Year 2019
Assessed Value
$500,000
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
3 Family
Year Built
1905
Living Area
5,406 sq ft
Lot Size
0.13 acres
Bedrooms
9
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
15
Investment Metrics
Units
3
Unit 1 Rent
$2,850/mo · N
Unit 2 Rent
$2,850/mo · N
Unit 3 Rent
$2,850/mo · N
Total Monthly Rent
$8,550/mo
Gross Income
$102,600
Net Operating Income
$102,600
Cap Rate
11.69%
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Walk-out Access
Laundry
None
Features
Living Room, Kitchen
Exterior
Construction
Frame, Barn Board
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
220 Volts
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$3,974
Assessed Value
$500,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
53 days
Property Overview
Property Type
3 Family
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1905
Bedrooms
9
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
5,406 sq ft
Total Rooms
15
Stories
3
Levels
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (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:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Living Room, Kitchen
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Walk-Out Access
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1905
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame, Barn board
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Granite
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
View:
Yes
View Type:
City View(s)
Community Amenities:
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
F
Trotter Elementary School
0.2 mi
|
#794 of 824
|
Score: 29.2
Dropped 6 spots from last year
-29 below state avg
352 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
F
Ellis Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#817 of 824
|
Score: 24.7
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
391 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
0.4 mi
|
#692 of 824
|
Score: 36.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-22 below state avg
372 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C+
Bridge Boston Charter School
0.5 mi
|
#241 of 352
|
Score: 37.2
Dropped 80 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
329 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Neighborhood School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
C-
Mendell Elementary School
0.6 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
F
King Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#823 of 824
|
Score: 22.7
Dropped 3 spots from last year
-35.6 below state avg
464 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
C-
Winthrop Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#665 of 824
|
Score: 37.6
Dropped 171 spots from last year
-20.6 below state avg
226 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
C
Hale Elementary School
0.9 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
C
John F Kennedy School
1.0 mi
|
#633 of 824
|
Score: 39.2
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-19 below state avg
399 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Mother Caroline Academy
0.5 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
0.6 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Dearborn Middle School
0.7 mi
Nativity Prep School
0.8 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
0.9 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
Epiphany School
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.5 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
4.6 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
Frederick Pilot Middle
0.8 mi
Timilty Middle
1.2 mi
High Schools
10 schools
A+
Boston Latin Academy
0.4 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
0.6 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
1.0 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
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.1 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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.3 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.3 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.8 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
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
Cathedral High School
2.3 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
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
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Neighborhood
89 Ruthven Street, Boston MA 02121
Boston, MA 02121
Listing Information
Listing Office
Powell Realty Group
Office Phone
617-799-1950
Agent MLS ID
BB810996
Office MLS ID
AN2671
Listing Data Updated
Feb 9, 2020 8:59 AM 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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