256 W Newton Street # 1, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$990,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,030,000
Final Sale Price:
$990,000
Difference:
$40,000 (-3.9%)
Performance Metrics
96.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,046
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,005
This property sold for $1,005 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 3.9% below the original asking price.
With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Offering nearly 1,000sf of meticulously redesigned interior space, this elegantly renovated & meticulously restored row-house condo is the perfect retreat from the city’s hustle & bustle. Boasting a king-sized bedroom with wall-to-wall ELFA closet system and ensuite bath, complimented by a private, gated, bluestone patio, complete with irrigation, mature plantings & accent lighting. Upon entry, you'll be greeted by the inviting warmth of hardwood floors and stylish tile accents where modern luxury seamlessly blends with timeless elegance. Illuminated by elegant pendant & recessed lighting, and comforted by ceiling fans and a forced-air hydro HVAC system, plus in-unit Miele W/D. The open-concept kitchen is equipped with premium appliances and quartz counters, an island breakfast bar and a butler's pantry with wet-bar! This prime location offers unmatched convenience to Garage Parking, the Prudential Mall, South End dining, Titus Sparrow Park, Whole Foods, Symphony Hall & 2 subway lines!
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Property History
Market Insights
34.6%
Price Range
74
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Oct 23, 2025
$990,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 74
Listed for Sale
Sep 4, 2025
$1,030,000
Original listing
Agent: Boston Real Estate Group
Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #72084815
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Dec 2, 2016
$674,000
MLS #72084815
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2025 | ✓ Sold | $990,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/04/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,030,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 12/02/2016 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $674,000 | - | - | MLS #72084815 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,479 | $813,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,479
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$292
Monthly
Assessed Value
$813,500
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1885
Living Area
985 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual
Cooling
Central Air, Unit Control
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
Wet Bar
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Patio - Enclosed, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Patio - Enclosed
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,479
Assessed Value
$813,500
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$292 Monthly
Fee Includes
Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
Hot Water
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
4
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Exclusions
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans, Certificate Of Insurance (6)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
74 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1885
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
985 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
985 sq ft above grade
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio - Enclosed
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:
Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Wet Bar
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Security System
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1885
Structure Type:
Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air, Unit Control
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio - Enclosed, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Patio & Porch:
Patio - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
3 schools
Kingsley Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.4 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
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.5 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
High Schools
3 schools
C-
Snowden International High School
0.4 mi
|
#301 of 346
|
Score: 37.9
Improved 55 spots from last year
-20.3 below state avg
421 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 78 athletes
Rising School
Grades 09-12
Snowden International
0.4 mi
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
256 W Newton Street # 1, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Boston Real Estate Group
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID
TM338036
Office MLS ID
AN2383
Listing Data Updated
Oct 23, 2025 12:48 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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