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96 Gainsborough St # 205W, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115 • The Fenway
$790,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
805
Sq Ft
$981
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1899
Year Built
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Feb 12, 2020 • MLS# 72618669 Copied! • Updated May 1, 2020

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $769,000
Final Sale Price: $790,000
Difference: +$21,000 (+2.7%)
Performance Metrics
102.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $955
Sale $/sq ft: $981
This property sold for $981 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 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
$981/sq ft
Area Average
$273/sq ft
Difference
+259.6%

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

About this home

New to market! Welcome to 96 Gainsborough St #205W. Those in the know will tell you this is one of the best layouts on the street on the sun drenched even side of Gainsborough! Featuring an open layout and bedrooms on opposite side of the kitchen/living room this city home feels more like 1000 square feet! Also features central a/c, exposed brick, deck off master bedroom, crown moldings, in-unit laundry, and hardwood floors throughout. Recent upgrades include replacement windows, high efficiency HVAC system, and new hot water tank. Brownstone building features an elevator, 24hr security guard, daily trash pick-up, & strong reserves. AAA+ location-steps to Northeastern, Pru, and Symphony Hall. Open Houses Saturday/Sunday Feb 15th and 16th- 1:00 to 2:30 both days!

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Property History

Market Insights

20%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73474026
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
May 1, 2026
$961,000
MLS #73474026
Sold
May 1, 2020
$790,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
🏠
Listed for Sale
Feb 12, 2020
$769,000
Original listing
Agent: Scott McNeill Office: Compass

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2020 $6,862 $627,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,862
Tax Year 2020
HOA Fee
$475
Per month
Assessed Value
$627,500

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 805 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
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 $6,862
Assessed Value $627,500

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $475
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures Tenant In Place Until 8/31/2020 At $3400/month. Potential To Mutually End Lease Earlier.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building 205W
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 6 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
805 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
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:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security: Intercom, Security Guard

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
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:
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
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.4 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
Kids Are People School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-12
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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
Timilty Middle
0.8 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
A
Boston Arts Academy
0.4 mi | #4 of 25 | Score: 51.3
Improved 321 spots from last year
-6.9 below state avg
500 students Diverse
6 sports • 26 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
Boston Arts Academy
0.4 mi
A+
Boston Latin School
0.7 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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Neighborhood

The Fenway

96 Gainsborough St # 205W, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115

Listing Information

Listing Agent Scott McNeill
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID NB111301
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated May 1, 2020 3:53 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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