79 Waltham St # 2, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$830,000
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
$392/sq ft
Difference
+223.4%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
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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Property History
Market Insights
99.5%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73555805
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jul 28, 2026
$4,500
MLS #73555805 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #73484155
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jun 2, 2026
$835,000
MLS #73484155
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
Previously Sold
Apr 28, 2017
$786,000
MLS #72128138
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $4,500 | - | - | MLS #73555805 - Active |
| 06/02/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $835,000 | - | - | MLS #73484155 |
| 05/16/2022 | ✓ Sold | $830,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 03/07/2022 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $799,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/28/2017 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $786,000 | - | - | MLS #72128138 |
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
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
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$198 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
Hot Water
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
5
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
15 days
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
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:
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
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
Blackstone Elementary School
0.1 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
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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.8 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
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.9 mi
|
#326 of 352
|
Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Park Street School
1.0 mi
Grades K-07
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
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.2 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.7 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
2.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.4 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
1.3 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.1 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
1.2 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
2.2 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
Meridian Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 06-09
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
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Neighborhood
South End
79 Waltham St # 2, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
Listing Information
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-206-3333
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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