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78 Gainsborough Street # 106e, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115 • The Fenway
$569,000
Est. $3,887/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
605
Sq Ft
$940
Price/Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
12
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 23, 2022 • MLS# 72956465 Copied!

About this home

Now offering a charming one bedroom condo on the highly desirable, tree-lined Gainsborough Street! This well laid out unit maximizes all 600+ sq ft, allowing for an entryway foyer, dining area, and living room with its very own fireplace! Unit features include hardwood floors throughout, recessed LED lighting, central air, and a light-filled bedroom. This condo is part of a professionally managed, pet friendly elevator building featuring a 24 hour security guard, daily private trash pick up, management held package service, and is well maintained both inside and out. Close proximity to all Fenway schools, Whole Foods, Back Bay/South End shops and restaurants, public transportation [B,C,D,E & Orange lines] and everything else the thriving Fenway neighborhood has to offer. Fantastic 'Walk Score' of 95! A perfect asset to add to your portfolio. Unit is rented for $2350/mo through August 30th, 2022.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner MATTESON MATTHEW B
Mailing Address 84 GAINSBOROUGH ST #104W, BOSTON, MA, 02115

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row End

Tax Information

Assessed Value $518,600
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $5,336
CPA Surcharge 1% ($43)
Estimated Annual Tax $5,379

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $518,600 $518,600

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 11, 2022 $699,000 68069/284
Apr 13, 2022 $569,000 67478/229
Oct 12, 2021 $799,000 66456/293
Jun 30, 2021 $818,000 65799/15
May 28, 2021 $499,000 65570/223
Dec 30, 2020 $1 64483/173
Sep 28, 2020 $1 63842/269
Jan 2, 2020 $9 99999/999
Dec 23, 2019 $605,000 62295/87
Oct 21, 2019 $100 61928/301

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: geocode_proximity (86.3% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

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

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $569,000
Final Sale Price: $569,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $940
Sale $/sq ft: $940
This property sold for $940 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 12 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 49 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$940/sq ft
Area Average
$412/sq ft
Difference
+128.2%

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

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 605 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven

Financial

Annual Tax $5,521
Assessed Value $503,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security: Intercom, Security Guard

Construction & Materials

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

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
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: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

The Fenway

78 Gainsborough Street # 106e, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115

Walkability

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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
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
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
Kids Are People School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-12
Kingsley Montessori School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.8 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
F
Tobin K-8 School
0.8 mi | #344 of 352 | Score: 25.1
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.1 below state avg
364 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.8 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission Grammar School
0.9 mi
Grades K-08
The Learning Project
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
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
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.5 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
1.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.0 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.3 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
Mother Caroline Academy
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.4 mi
Epiphany School
3.6 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.4 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
Timilty Middle
0.8 mi
UP Academy
2.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.8 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
Newman School
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.0 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
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
C
Quincy Upper School
1.3 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.8 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
2.2 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
2.7 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-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.8 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
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Market Insights

15.7%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73341431
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🏷️
Previously Sold
May 15, 2025
$675,000
MLS #73341431
Sold
Apr 13, 2022
$569,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
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Listed for Sale
Mar 23, 2022
$569,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael Peerless Office: Boston Heritage Realty, LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 15, 2025 Sold $675,000
Mar 23, 2022 New Listing Added $569,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
12 days
Price per Sq Ft
$940

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2022 $5,521 $503,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,521
Tax Year 2022
HOA Fee
$350
Monthly
Assessed Value
$503,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent Michael Peerless
Listing Office Boston Heritage Realty, LLC
Agent MLS ID CT009574
Office MLS ID AC1122
Listing Data Updated Apr 13, 2022 4:30 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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