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79 Waltham St # 2, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$830,000
Est. $4,920/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
655
Sq Ft
$1,267
Price/Sq Ft
0.00
Acres
1899
Year Built
Condominium
Type
13
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 7, 2022 • MLS# 72949533 Copied!

About this home

OPEN HOUSES CANCELLED - OFFER ACCEPTED. Beautiful parlor level unit located in the desirable Eight Streets neighborhood, just steps from Ringgold Park. Your quintessential 1 bed, 1 bath offering high ceilings, oversized windows and an abundance of natural light. The grand, open kitchen/living/dining layout allows for a flexible floor plan complete with a decorative fireplace, hardwood floors, updated appliances and washer/dryer in-unit. Surrounded by some of the city's finest restaurants, this one is not to be missed! Deck rights included.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner RAMSEY ELLEN S
Mailing Address Waltham, BOSTON, MA, 02118

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $702,000
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $7,224
CPA Surcharge 1% ($62)
Estimated Annual Tax $7,286

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $702,000 $702,000 —

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
May 16, 2022 $830,000 67647/169
Jan 15, 2021 $819,500 64575/312
Sep 8, 2020 $1,300,000 63716/323
Aug 18, 2020 $912,500 63586/297
Mar 10, 2016 $9 55819/074

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Dec 10, 2024 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1676572 		Closed $4,200
Nov 5, 2024 Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1668377 		Closed $500
Nov 4, 2024 Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1667291 		Closed $2,500
Apr 24, 2024 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1585380 		Closed $183,265
Mar 7, 2024 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTEXT
Interior/Exterior Work
Permit #SF1559848 		Open $8,000
Jul 20, 2022 Short Form Bldg Permit
EXTREN
Renovations - Exterior
Permit #SF1351948 		Open $17,560
Aug 25, 2021 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTEXT
Interior/Exterior Work
Permit #SF1229266 		Open $1,382
Data: City of Boston Open Data (Analyze Boston)

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk
Match: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
655 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $799,000
Final Sale Price: $830,000
Difference: +$31,000 (+3.9%)
Performance Metrics
103.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,220
Sale $/sq ft: $1,267
This property sold for $1,267 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 13 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
$1,267/sq ft
Area Average
$408/sq ft
Difference
+210.9%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 655 sq ft
Lot Size 0.0000
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $3,896
Assessed Value $659,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom, Security System

Construction & Materials

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

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
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

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

79 Waltham St # 2, 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

10 schools
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.2 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.2 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.5 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.8 mi | #155 of 346 | Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students Moderate
High Graduation Rate Rising School
Grades 05-12
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.9 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
Park Street School
0.9 mi
Grades K-07
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.0 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
F
Condon K-8 School
1.0 mi | #345 of 352 | Score: 24.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
518 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.2 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.8 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
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
Dearborn Middle School
2.5 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.5 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.9 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
UP Academy
1.2 mi
Timilty Middle
1.4 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.2 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.5 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.3 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
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
1.6 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.0 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.3 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.6 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 06-09
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Property History

Market Insights

5.3%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

✓
Sold
May 16, 2022
$830,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 7, 2022
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: Gabrielle Robinette Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #72128138
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Apr 28, 2017
$786,000
MLS #72128138
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Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 30, 2026 Sold $850,000 —
Mar 7, 2022 New Listing Added $799,000 —
Apr 28, 2017 Sold $786,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
13 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,267

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2022 $3,896 $659,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,896
Tax Year 2022
HOA Fee
$198
Monthly
Assessed Value
$659,300

Listing Information

Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID CN220960
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated May 16, 2022 1:03 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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