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78 Gainsborough Street # 106e, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115 • The Fenway
$675,000
Est. $4,500/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
605
Sq Ft
$1,116
Price/Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
7
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 5, 2025 • MLS# 73341431 Copied!

About this home

Pack yours bags, this move-in ready, charming one bedroom condo on the highly desirable, tree-lined Gainsborough Street has been fully updated! This well laid out unit maximizes all 600+ sq ft, allowing for an entryway foyer with washer/dryer, 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. Kitchen and bathroom fully remodeled with quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and tasteful tile. 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 & Transit Score' of 93 & 99!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner MATTESON MATTHEW B
Mailing Address 84 GAINSBOROUGH ST #104W, BOSTON, MA, 02115

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row End

Tax Information

Assessed Value $518,600
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $5,336
CPA Surcharge 1% ($43)
Estimated Annual Tax $5,379

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $518,600 $518,600

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 11, 2022 $699,000 68069/284
Apr 13, 2022 $569,000 67478/229
Oct 12, 2021 $799,000 66456/293
Jun 30, 2021 $818,000 65799/15
May 28, 2021 $499,000 65570/223
Dec 30, 2020 $1 64483/173
Sep 28, 2020 $1 63842/269
Jan 2, 2020 $9 99999/999
Dec 23, 2019 $605,000 62295/87
Oct 21, 2019 $100 61928/301
Jul 25, 2019 $1 61475/284
Jun 5, 2019 $850,000 61223/219
Dec 21, 2018 $190,000 60562/254
Jan 11, 2016 $492,500 55585/273
Dec 11, 2015 $700,000 55446/039
Oct 13, 2015 $9 55173/219
Mar 2, 2015 $9 54120/200
Aug 6, 2014 $9 53322/056
Jun 16, 2014 $479,000 53100/041
Sep 18, 2013 $9 52126/285
Aug 5, 2013 $420,000 51906/244
Jun 25, 2013 $9 51677/154
Mar 25, 2013 $9 51175/088
Nov 30, 2012 $530,000 50573/252
Jun 1, 2012 $367,500 49611/285
May 29, 2012 $379,000 49578/052
Apr 27, 2012 $515,000 49423/290
Jan 27, 2012 $557,000 48998/235
Dec 27, 2011 $415,000 48862/093
Nov 15, 2011 $348,000 48655/330
Aug 25, 2011 $9 48301/122
Jul 25, 2011 $9 48179/134
Jan 25, 2011 $9 47518/030
Apr 1, 2010 $549,000 46244/204
Oct 7, 2009 $9 45582/302
Dec 23, 2008 $9 44347/284
Jul 12, 2007 $412,500 42132/033
Aug 11, 2006 $355,000 40180/170
Jul 14, 2005 $333,000 37548/226
Sep 3, 2004 $245,000 35421/321
Sep 1, 2004 $390,000 35394/007
Aug 23, 2004 $420,000 35305/150
Dec 11, 2003 $1 33437/101
Sep 3, 2003 $9 32650/114
Sep 3, 2003 $1 32650/113
Aug 31, 2001 $266,500 26970/296
Jul 6, 2001 $240,000 26634/217
Mar 13, 1998 $243,000 22244/224
Sep 9, 1997 $10,848 21718/289
Jul 15, 1992 $170,000 17594/051
Aug 13, 1991 $43,000 16992/120
Jan 27, 1987 $9 13360/304

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: geocode_proximity (86.3% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

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

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $659,000
Final Sale Price: $675,000
Difference: +$16,000 (+2.4%)
Performance Metrics
102.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
7
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,089
Sale $/sq ft: $1,116
This property sold for $1,116 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 7 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
$1,116/sq ft
Area Average
$534/sq ft
Difference
+109.0%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

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, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Common Area, In Building, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
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 For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $6,446
Assessed Value $552,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area, In Building, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
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

Location

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Neighborhood

The Fenway

78 Gainsborough Street # 106e, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115

Walkability

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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
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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Market Insights

2.4%
Price Range
8
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
May 15, 2025
$675,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 8
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Listed for Sale
Mar 5, 2025
$659,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael Peerless Office: Boston Heritage Realty, LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 5, 2025 New Listing Added $659,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
7 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,116

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $6,446 $552,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,446
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$350
Monthly
Assessed Value
$552,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Michael Peerless
Listing Office Boston Heritage Realty, LLC
Agent MLS ID CT009574
Office MLS ID AC1122
Listing Data Updated May 20, 2025 12:17 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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