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227 Marlborough Street # 8, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$363,375
Est. $2,783/month
1
Baths
385
Sq Ft
$944
Price/Sq Ft
1880
Year Built
Condominium
Type
25
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 18, 2023 • MLS# 73113795 Copied!

About this home

Perfect entry into the Back Bay market for investors, pied a terre or first time buyers’ opportunity for a blank canvas! Beautiful brownstone on the sunny side of Marlborough houses a true hidden gem waiting for your vision. Lovely common entry leads to rear facing unit with charming living space including an ornamental fireplace, high ceilings, and hardwood floors in main area. Galley kitchen and bath – Unit being sold in as is condition. Marlborough Street is arguably one of the most quaint of the Back Bay streets. Lovely tree-lined streetscape with incredible proximity to Commonwealth Mall, Newbury, St. Library and Copley and all the dining, shopping, nightlife and culture brought to mind. Excellent spot for outdoor leisure as well in Public Garden, Boston Common and just across the Charles to the Esplanade. Off site Professionally managed. Lovely spot and a charming unit. Great value - bring your imagination!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner CAHN PETER
Mailing Address Marlborough, BOSTON, MA, 02116

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $2,478,200
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $25,501
CPA Surcharge 1% ($245)
Estimated Annual Tax $25,745

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $2,478,200 $2,478,200 —

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Dec 29, 2020 $395,000 64474/244
Dec 13, 2019 $2,800,000 62230/139
Jun 24, 2019 $100 61318/274
Apr 30, 2019 $595,000 61039/57
Apr 23, 2010 $192,095 46320/033
Jun 5, 2001 $242,500 26446/079
Sep 12, 1994 $9 19313/191

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Mar 28, 2024 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTEXT
Interior/Exterior Work
Permit #SF1576972 		Open $5,000
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
1880
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
385 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $400,000
Final Sale Price: $363,375
Difference: $36,625 (-9.2%)
Performance Metrics
90.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
25
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,039
Sale $/sq ft: $944
This property sold for $944 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.2% below the original asking price.

With only 25 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
$944/sq ft
Area Average
$168/sq ft
Difference
+461.9%

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 1880
Living Area 385 sq ft
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 2

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling None
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Common Area
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
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 None

Financial

Annual Tax $5,301
Assessed Value $493,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: None
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:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

227 Marlborough Street # 8, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

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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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.2 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.6 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.7 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
Kids Are People School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.9 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.0 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.1 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
1.5 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
Middle School Academy
2.1 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.2 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
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.9 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
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.1 mi
Epiphany School
4.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.2 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
1.6 mi
Edwards Middle
2.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
< 0.1 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.0 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
Cathedral High School
1.0 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.4 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
1.5 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.8 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.2 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.5 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
2.9 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.1 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
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Market Insights

99.2%
Price Range
27
Total Days on Market
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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73539498
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jun 22, 2026
$3,200
MLS #73539498 - Active
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Previous Transaction - MLS #73469238
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Previously Sold
Feb 1, 2026
$3,200
MLS #73469238
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Sold
Jul 25, 2023
$363,375
Property sold
Days on Market: 27
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Listed for Sale
May 18, 2023
$400,000
Original listing
Agent: Post Advisory Group Office: Engel & Volkers Boston

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 22, 2026 Sold $3,200 —
Feb 1, 2026 Sold $3,200 —
May 18, 2023 New Listing Added $400,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
25 days
Price per Sq Ft
$944

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $5,301 $493,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,301
Tax Year 2023
HOA Fee
$303
Monthly
Assessed Value
$493,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Post Advisory Group
Listing Office Engel & Volkers Boston
Agent MLS ID TM002210
Office MLS ID AN2593
Listing Data Updated Sep 28, 2023 4:03 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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