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537 Massachusetts Ave. # 4, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$1,225,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,250,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,225,000
Difference:
$25,000 (-2.0%)
Performance Metrics
98.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,079
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,057
This property sold for $1,057 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 2.0% below the original asking price.
With only 18 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
An absolutely gorgeous penthouse meticulously designed with stunning details, soaring ceilings, wonderful light and an open and inviting layout. Quiet, private and spacious, the open concept flows seamlessly from room to room. Designed to offer all the modern amenities, while still holding onto its period details and charm. A wood burning fireplace and a spacious dining room w/built ins, create the perfect setting for dinner parties or cozy winter evenings. A full staircase effortlessly brings you to a large private roof deck offering unrestricted views of the Boston Skyline, it's the perfect city oasis. Each full bathroom has been curated with high end fixtures & finishes that would be the envy of any 5 Star Hotel. The kitchen boasts a Thermador Refrigerator/Wolf Range and copper island with matching fixtures . Truly a one of a kind must see property conveniently located in desirable Chester Park, just steps to all the South End and Back Bay Neighborhoods have to offer.
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Property History
Market Insights
23.2%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Nov 7, 2024
$1,225,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
Listed for Sale
Sep 5, 2024
$1,250,000
Original listing
Agent: The Klein Group
Office: Engel & Volkers Newton
Previous Transaction - MLS #72414845
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Dec 21, 2018
$960,000
MLS #72414845
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/07/2024 | ✓ Sold | $1,225,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/05/2024 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,250,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 12/21/2018 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $960,000 | - | - | MLS #72414845 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,425 | $1,048,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$11,425
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$250
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,048,200
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1899
Living Area
1,159 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck - Roof
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$11,425
Assessed Value
$1,048,200
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$250 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
4
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building
4
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Does not include roof deck
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
19 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,159 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof
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, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1899
Structure Type:
Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s)
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
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.1 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
0.3 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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.4 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
0.5 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
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.6 mi
|
#326 of 352
|
Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.9 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
F
Tobin K-8 School
1.0 mi
|
#344 of 352
|
Score: 25.1
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.1 below state avg
364 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C
Hale Elementary School
1.0 mi
|
#582 of 824
|
Score: 41.7
Dropped 281 spots from last year
-16.5 below state avg
162 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
1.1 mi
Grades K-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.3 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
1.5 mi
Nativity Prep School
1.6 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.9 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
Dearborn Middle School
2.1 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.2 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
1.5 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.7 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
0.8 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
Newman School
1.0 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.1 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
1.5 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
2.1 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.3 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
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
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Neighborhood
South End
537 Massachusetts Ave. # 4, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
Listing Information
Listing Office
Engel & Volkers Newton
Office Phone
617-936-4194
Agent MLS ID
TM334800
Office MLS ID
AN4462
Listing Data Updated
Nov 7, 2024 12:34 PM EST
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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