78 Gainsborough Street # 106e, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115 • The Fenway
$569,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
605
Sq Ft
$940
Price/Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
12
Days on Market
Sold Listed Mar 23, 2022 • MLS# 72956465 Copied! • Updated Apr 13, 2022

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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.

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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Property History

Market Insights

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

Property Timeline

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

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

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
Features On Street
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven
Annual Tax $5,521
Assessed Value $503,400

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $350 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities Laundry, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures Taxes Are Without The Residential Exemption! Currently Leased For $2350 Through End Of August 2022.
Exclusions Tenant Belongings
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type ["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building 106e
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Certificate Of Insurance (3)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 13 days

Property Overview

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

Floor Layout

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
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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Neighborhood

The Fenway

78 Gainsborough Street # 106e, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115

Listing Information

Listing Agent Michael Peerless
Listing Office Boston Heritage Realty, LLC
Office Phone 617-447-2200
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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