40-42 Elmira Street, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$1,001,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$950,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,001,000
Difference:
+$51,000 (+5.4%)
Performance Metrics
105.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$413
Sale $/sq ft:
$435
This property sold for $435 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 5.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 18 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Two family located on quiet tree lined street, minutes to Brighton Center, Commuter rail at Brighton Landing, and Bus to Kenmore Square or Harvard Square. Two and three bed units, Natural wood, hardwood floors, Vinyl Windows, porches. Two parking spaces. Heat and hot water by gas, all separate units. Walk out basement. 1st floor tenants are on a least to August 31st. 2023 for $1900 per month.
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Property History
Market Insights
5.1%
Price Range
28
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Jun 16, 2023
$1,001,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 28
Listed for Sale
May 10, 2023
$950,000
Original listing
Agent: Norman O'Grady
Office: Prime Realty Group, Inc.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2023 | ✓ Sold | $1,001,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 05/10/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $950,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,152 | $890,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,152
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$890,000
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1925
Living Area
2,300 sq ft
Lot Size
0.09 acres
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
11
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
$1,900/mo · Y
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Total Monthly Rent
$1,900/mo
Gross Income
$22,800
Net Operating Income
$22,800
Cap Rate
2.40%
Interior
Heating
Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Walk-out Access
Laundry
None
Features
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Screened
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 60 Amps/less
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,152
Assessed Value
$890,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Property Needs A New Roof. Water In Garage During Heavy Rain. Taxes Reflect Residential Exemptions. Sellers Would Like To Lease Back For 30-60 Days If Possible For Market Rent.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Cream
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
28 days
Property Overview
Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,300 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Stories
2
Levels
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Screened
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:
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Walk-Out Access
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1925
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Block
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Screened
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street
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
St. Columbkille Partnership School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Kennedy Hope Academy
0.4 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-12
B
Winship Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#407 of 824
|
Score: 47.6
Dropped 189 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
353 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Lyon Elementary School
0.7 mi
|
#333 of 352
|
Score: 27.3
Dropped 194 spots from last year
-30.9 below state avg
143 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
D
Edison Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#759 of 824
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 21 spots from last year
-26.5 below state avg
502 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
German International School Boston
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
0.9 mi
|
#10 of 12
|
Score: 30.9
Improved 651 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
364 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
C-
Match Charter Public School
1.4 mi
|
#281 of 346
|
Score: 43.2
Improved 41 spots from last year
-15 below state avg
1,189 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
The Winsor School
2.3 mi
Grades 05-12
Middle Schools
10 schools
Nativity Prep School
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.9 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Mother Caroline Academy
4.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.7 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.8 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
Middle School Academy
5.2 mi
Epiphany School
5.9 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.3 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
3.3 mi
Edwards Middle
4.5 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
0.3 mi
|
#312 of 346
|
Score: 35.4
Improved 17 spots from last year
-22.8 below state avg
426 students
Diverse
Career Tech Programs
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
D
Brighton High School
0.3 mi
|
#321 of 346
|
Score: 31.3
Improved 43 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
667 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 520 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
0.8 mi
|
#333 of 346
|
Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.7 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
3.4 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
3.4 mi
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
3.6 mi
Grades 06-09
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.6 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
D
English High School
3.8 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
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.9 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
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Neighborhood
Brighton
40-42 Elmira Street, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Norman O'Grady
Listing Office
Prime Realty Group, Inc.
Office Phone
617-254-2525
Agent MLS ID
BB302687
Office MLS ID
BB9190
Listing Data Updated
Jun 19, 2023 10:01 AM 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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