3 Melrose Street # 3, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • South End
$675,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
531
Sq Ft
$1,271
Price/Sq Ft
0.01
Acres
1890
Year Built
14
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jun 3, 2025 • MLS# 73384311 Copied! • Updated Jul 21, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $670,000
Final Sale Price: $675,000
Difference: +$5,000 (+0.7%)
Performance Metrics
100.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,262
Sale $/sq ft: $1,271
This property sold for $1,271 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

Don't miss out on this beautiful 1 bed in the desirable and quaint Bay Village neighborhood known for its historic charm and tree-lined streets. This efficiently laid out condo is located on the 2nd floor of a beautiful 5-unit brick rowhouse with no wasted square footage. The large bedroom has a separate area ideal for a home office and generous closet space. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry and direct access to a spacious PRIVATE deck to enjoy your morning coffee or dinner al fresco. Additional unit features include high ceilings, 2 decorative fireplaces, living room built-in, central air & a brand new in-unit laundry. Enjoy a 98 walk score & 100 transit score in this A+ location just steps to public transit, the Back Bay, Boston Common & Public Garden and the South End. Close proximity to various schools including Emerson College, Tufts Dental /Medical, BU Dental/Medical, Suffolk University & New England School of Law. Rental garage parking available.

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Property History

Market Insights

12%
Price Range
18
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Jul 21, 2025
$675,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 18
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Listed for Sale
Jun 3, 2025
$670,000
Original listing
Agent: Neda Vander Stoep Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Previous Transaction - MLS #72398102
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Nov 30, 2018
$593,750
MLS #72398102

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,924 $684,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,924
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$194
Monthly
Assessed Value
$684,300

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1890
Living Area 531 sq ft
Lot Size 0.01 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Heat Pump
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Slate, Rubber
Features Deck - Composite
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Composite
Features Rented
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $7,924
Assessed Value $684,300

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $194 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Taxes Do Not Include Residential Exemption ($3, 984.21). Hvac (2007), Hw Heater (2018), Front Slate Roof (2006) & Rear Rubber Roof (2001). Special Assessment Paid By Seller ($7, 019.54) - To Replenish Reserves ($10, 500), Reglaze/reseal Windows, Replace Rear Rotted Clapboard & Paint Common Areas/entry.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building 3
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 18 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
531 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Slate, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Heat Pump
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Heat Pump
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: Rented

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station, University
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
A
Quincy Elementary School
0.2 mi | #122 of 824 | Score: 57.9
Improved 230 spots from last year
-0.3 below state avg
731 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
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
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
H

High Schools

3 schools
C-
Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers: A Horace Mann Charter Public School - Lower Campus
< 0.1 mi | #307 of 346 | Score: 36.8
Improved 17 spots from last year
-21.4 below state avg
383 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-11
C
Quincy Upper School
0.2 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
Snowden International
0.6 mi
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Neighborhood

South End

3 Melrose Street # 3, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Neda Vander Stoep
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Office Phone 617-266-4430
Agent MLS ID CT002711
Office MLS ID AN6192
Listing Data Updated Jul 21, 2025 8:12 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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