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196 Boylston Street # 3, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130 • Jamaica Plain
$975,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,637
Sq Ft
$596
Price/Sq Ft
2019
Year Built
1
Garage Space
4
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 5, 2025 • MLS# 73341798 Copied! • Updated Apr 27, 2025

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $949,000
Final Sale Price: $975,000
Difference: +$26,000 (+2.7%)
Performance Metrics
102.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $580
Sale $/sq ft: $596
This property sold for $596 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 4 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 19 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$596/sq ft
Area Average
$398/sq ft
Difference
+49.9%

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

About this home

Spectacular penthouse duplex with garage parking! Enjoy the greenery of the Southwest Corridor park and proximity to the Orange Line which is a short ride to Back Bay or North End. With a plethora of shops and restaurants nearby, The Haven, City Feed, Ten Tables and Whole Foods to name a few, the area is teeming with amenities. Come inside to a loft like main level, with 10' ceilings, oversized windows and an open plan, ideal for entertaining. Kitchen highlights include a large quartz island with overhang for casual eating, Bosch stainless steel appliances and tall soft close cabinets. A gas fireplace with stone surround, a half bath, and an office with a double closet round out this level. Upstairs, the primary bedroom holds a walk in closet, fully built out, an ensuite bathroom with double sinks and rainfall shower. An additional full bath with tub, and adjacent bedroom round out this floor. The roof deck is ideal for summer enjoyment. Central AC, sleek hardwood floors, washer/dryer.

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Property History

Market Insights

12.7%
Price Range
5
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 21, 2025
$975,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 5
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 5, 2025
$949,000
Original listing
Agent: Jennifer Gelfand Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Previous Transaction - MLS #72614761
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Mar 26, 2020
$851,000
MLS #72614761

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,533 $989,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,533
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$361
Monthly
Assessed Value
$989,100

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 2019
Living Area 1,637 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener, Assigned
Total Spaces 1
Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $7,533
Assessed Value $989,100

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $361 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 3
Seller Disclosures R.e. Taxes Are Inclusive Of Residential Exemption Of $3, 984. 194 And 196 Boylston Share A Driveway Easement. One Pet Per Unit. Tvs Are Excluded But Wall Mounts Will Remain.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 3
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 5 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2019
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,637 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2019
Effective Year (Renovated): 2019
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Assigned

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Public School, T-Station
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

3 schools
C-
Mendell Elementary School
0.2 mi | #674 of 824 | Score: 37.2
Dropped 147 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
309 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Mendell Elementary
0.2 mi
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
0.2 mi | #692 of 824 | Score: 36.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-22 below state avg
372 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.5 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
0.9 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Greater Egleston High
0.1 mi
F
Greater Egleston High School
0.1 mi | #391 of 346 | Score: 18.9
Same rank as last year
78 students Diverse
Grades 09-12
Meridian Academy
0.1 mi
Grades 06-09
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Neighborhood

Jamaica Plain

196 Boylston Street # 3, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jennifer Gelfand
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Office Phone 617-542-0012
Agent MLS ID BB800178
Office MLS ID BB5522
Listing Data Updated Apr 27, 2025 2:48 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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