Dimensions9 x 7
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
LevelFirst
298 Marlborough Street # 3, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$934,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$969,000
Final Sale Price:
$934,000
Difference:
$35,000 (-3.6%)
Performance Metrics
96.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
67
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,034
Sale $/sq ft:
$997
This property sold for $997 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 3.6% below the original asking price.
The property spent 67 days on market before selling.
About this home
Sprawling parlor level one-bedroom home located on one of Back Bay's most coveted blocks. Sophistication and architectural detail abound with soaring 11'+ ceilings, oversized windows, wood inlay flooring, ornate fireplaces in living and bedroom adorned with engraved marble mantles, stunning crown molding and ceiling medallion. This unit features a open and generous floor plan with room for dining and entertaining. The updated kitchen is a delight to cook in with top-of-the-line appliances, quartz countertops and custom cabinetry. The primary bedroom is well-appointed with a walk-in closet and office nook, offering perfect flexibility for working at home. Incredible location on a gas-lit, brick street steps to Boston's sought-after shopping and dining on Newbury and Boylston Streets. Newly installed mini split systems in the living room and bedroom. In-unit washer and dryer. Direct access rental parking available upon request.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
99.4%
Price Range
69
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73600058
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Nov 8, 2026
$5,500
MLS #73600058 - Active
Sold
May 3, 2021
$934,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 69
Listed for Sale
Jan 5, 2021
$949,000
Original listing
Agent: Lauren Holleran Team
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72286596
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Apr 13, 2018
$914,000
MLS #72286596
Previous Transaction - MLS #70019494
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Aug 10, 2004
$530,000
MLS #70019494
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/08/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $5,500 | - | - | MLS #73600058 - Active |
| 05/03/2021 | ✓ Sold | $934,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 01/05/2021 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $949,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/13/2018 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $914,000 | - | - | MLS #72286596 |
| 08/10/2004 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $530,000 | - | - | MLS #70019494 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $8,281 | $784,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,281
Tax Year 2020
HOA Fee
$544
Monthly
Assessed Value
$784,200
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1900
Living Area
937 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Steam, Ductless
Cooling
Ductless
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces
2
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Rented
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,281
Assessed Value
$784,200
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$544 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
6
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building
3
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Floor Plans, Certificate Of Insurance (3)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
69 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
937 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions7 x 6
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
LevelFirst
Dimensions8 x 8
FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Peninsula, Crown Molding
LevelFirst
Dimensions18 x 14
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
LevelFirst
Dimensions18 x 12
FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelFirst
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (1)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (1)
BRBedroom (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:
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Structure Type:
Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Baseboard, Steam, Ductless
Heating Zones:
3
Cooling:
Ductless
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Garden
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Rented
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
3 schools
Kingsley Montessori School
0.1 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.4 mi
Grades K-06
Kids Are People School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-12
High Schools
3 schools
Newman School
0.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Commonwealth School
0.3 mi
Grades 09-12
C-
Snowden International High School
0.3 mi
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#301 of 346
|
Score: 38.1
Improved 55 spots from last year
-20.1 below state avg
435 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 78 athletes
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
298 Marlborough Street # 3, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Lauren Holleran Team
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-945-9161
Agent MLS ID
TM331830
Office MLS ID
AN2064
Listing Data Updated
May 4, 2021 12:42 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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