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39-41 Bishop Joe L Smith Way # 1, Boston MA 02121
Boston, MA 02121 • Dorchester's Grove Hall
$389,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$469,000
Final Sale Price:
$389,000
Difference:
$80,000 (-17.1%)
Performance Metrics
82.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
167
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$558
Sale $/sq ft:
$463
This property sold for $463 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 17.1% below the original asking price.
At 167 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.
About this home
Don’t miss this amazing opportunity on the Roxbury/Dorchester line in Grove Hall. This well-located unit is just minutes from Franklin Park, offering golfing, walking trails, and the Franklin Park Zoo. A two-minute walk takes you to Grove Hall Shopping Plaza, where you’ll find banking, a grocery store, and local businesses. Plus, the commuter rail is just a 10-minute walk away. Inside, you'll find a spacious floor plan with two well-sized bedrooms, one full bathroom, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, custom shutters, a large basement storage unit, and a common laundry area. This unit also boasts a brand-new roof installed in 2024 and a 165-square-foot patio, perfect for outdoor relaxation. Best of all, it features a private, oversized backyard—an incredible find in city living. Property is vacant and easy to show. THE UNIT HAS BEEN FRESHLY PAINTED, AFTER PHOTOS WHERE TAKEN. SELLER IS OFFERING A SELLER'S CREDIT TO PAY THE COND FEE FOR 6 MONTHS.
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Property History
Market Insights
42%
Price Range
168
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Aug 29, 2025
$389,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 168
Listed for Sale
Feb 6, 2025
$399,000
Original listing
Agent: Liana Williams
Office: Fort Hill Brokerage Group
Previous Transaction - MLS #72962413
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
May 10, 2022
$440,000
MLS #72962413
Previous Transaction - MLS #72111487
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Mar 31, 2017
$255,000
MLS #72111487
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2025 | ✓ Sold | $389,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 02/06/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $399,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 05/10/2022 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $440,000 | - | - | MLS #72962413 |
| 03/31/2017 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $255,000 | - | - | MLS #72111487 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $383 | $365,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$383
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$416
Monthly
Assessed Value
$365,200
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1925
Living Area
840 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Basement, Common Area
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Stone
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Fenced Yard
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Security, Fenced
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
220 Volts
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$383
Assessed Value
$365,200
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$416 Monthly
Fee Includes
Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
Laundry, Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Tax Figure Includes Residential Exemption For Owner-occupancy Of $3, 450.72 Making Total Property Taxes Just $383.41
Exclusions
There Is No Refridgerator In The Unit.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse","Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Floor Plans (1)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
168 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
840 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
840 sq ft above grade
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
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:
Wood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Basement, Common Area
Security:
Intercom, Security Gate
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1925
Effective Year (Renovated):
2017
Structure Type:
Rowhouse, Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Stone
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Security, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On 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
C-
UP Academy Holland School
0.3 mi
|
#721 of 824
|
Score: 34.1
Improved 98 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
641 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
F
King Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#823 of 824
|
Score: 22.7
Dropped 3 spots from last year
-35.6 below state avg
464 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
C
Conservatory Lab Charter School
0.6 mi
|
#261 of 352
|
Score: 35.6
Dropped 4 spots from last year
-22.6 below state avg
454 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Greenwood Sarah K-8 School
0.7 mi
|
#334 of 352
|
Score: 27.2
Same rank as last year
-31 below state avg
357 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester
0.7 mi
|
#308 of 352
|
Score: 30.7
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
640 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Compass School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-12
C+
Bridge Boston Charter School
0.7 mi
|
#241 of 352
|
Score: 37.2
Dropped 80 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
329 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Holmes Elementary School
0.7 mi
|
#710 of 824
|
Score: 34.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
283 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
F
Trotter Elementary School
0.7 mi
|
#794 of 824
|
Score: 29.2
Dropped 6 spots from last year
-29 below state avg
352 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
C-
Winthrop Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#665 of 824
|
Score: 37.6
Dropped 171 spots from last year
-20.6 below state avg
226 students
Diverse
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Dearborn Middle School
< 0.1 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
0.2 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
0.5 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
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.0 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Epiphany School
1.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
1.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.4 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
4.7 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
Frederick Pilot Middle
0.3 mi
Timilty Middle
1.7 mi
High Schools
10 schools
A+
Boston Latin Academy
0.7 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
1.3 mi
Grades 06-09
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.4 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
B+
TechBoston Academy
1.5 mi
|
#11 of 25
|
Score: 34.1
Improved 349 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
850 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
1.5 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.8 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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.8 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.0 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
A+
Boston Latin School
2.4 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
Cathedral High School
2.4 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Dorchester's Grove Hall
39-41 Bishop Joe L Smith Way # 1, Boston MA 02121
Boston, MA 02121
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Liana Williams
Listing Office
Fort Hill Brokerage Group
Office Phone
617-960-8973
Agent MLS ID
CN238228
Office MLS ID
NB5039
Listing Data Updated
Sep 2, 2025 9:31 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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