1487-1489 Centre Street # 1, Boston MA 02132

Boston, MA 02132 • West Roxbury
$575,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
957
Sq Ft
$601
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1900
Year Built
2
Parking
16
Days on Market
Sold Listed Sep 9, 2025 • MLS# 73427865 Copied! • Updated Oct 28, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $569,000
Final Sale Price: $575,000
Difference: +$6,000 (+1.1%)
Performance Metrics
101.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
16
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $595
Sale $/sq ft: $601
This property sold for $601 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 16 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 18 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$601/sq ft
Area Median
$527/sq ft
Difference
+14.1%

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

About this home

Renovated and converted in 2013, this thoughtfully updated home offers the perfect blend of style, functionality, and convenience. With central a/c, in-unit laundry, two parking spaces, this home truly checks all the boxes for comfortable city living. Set on vibrant Centre Street, you're just minutes from the heart of West Roxbury and Roslindale, with shops, restaurants, parks, and public transit all within easy reach. Enjoy quick access to the Arnold Arboretum & the Bellevue MBTA Commuter Rail Station makes commuting a breeze. Inside, the bright and airy layout features a formal dining room that flows into the living room, creating an inviting space for entertaining or relaxing. The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances and ample counter space. Step outside to your private back deck, overlooking a shared backyard which includes a fenced-in dog run—a rare bonus for pet lovers! There’s plenty of basement storage, and the freshly refinished hardwood floors.

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Property History

Market Insights

1%
Price Range
21
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Oct 28, 2025
$575,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 21
🏠
Listed for Sale
Sep 9, 2025
$569,000
Original listing
Agent: Focus Team Office: Focus Real Estate

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $2,827 $586,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,827
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$240
Monthly
Assessed Value
$586,800

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 957 sq ft
Lot Size 0.13 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry First Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Features Off Street, Assigned, Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces 2
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $2,827
Assessed Value $586,800

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $240 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 2
Seller Disclosures Handle On Microwave Is Broken : (
Exclusions None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Master Plan, Floor Plans (4)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 21 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
957 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 2013
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Exclusive Parking
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
Holy Name Elementary School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Mozart Elementary School
0.7 mi | #515 of 824 | Score: 44.3
Dropped 241 spots from last year
-14 below state avg
155 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Sarah Roberts Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-06
Italian Home For Children
1.0 mi
Grades PK-09
C
Bates Elementary School
1.0 mi | #624 of 824 | Score: 39.5
Dropped 291 spots from last year
-18.8 below state avg
281 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Lyndon K-8 School
1.1 mi | #159 of 352 | Score: 43.9
Improved 34 spots from last year
-14.3 below state avg
512 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
British International School of Boston
1.2 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
1.2 mi | #251 of 352 | Score: 36.0
Improved 46 spots from last year
-22.2 below state avg
249 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Sacred Heart Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Theresa of Avila Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
C
Ohrenberger School
2.2 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
Nativity Prep School
2.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.2 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.4 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.6 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
Epiphany School
3.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
5.4 mi
Irving Middle
0.9 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
3.5 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Roxbury Latin School
1.4 mi
Grades 07-12
Catholic Memorial School
1.6 mi
15 sports • 2,206 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
1.7 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
D
English High School
1.9 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
C+
New Mission High School
2.3 mi | #240 of 346 | Score: 47.3
Improved 88 spots from last year
-10.9 below state avg
715 students Diverse
13 sports • 458 athletes
Early College Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.4 mi
Grades 06-09
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
2.5 mi | #8 of 25 | Score: 41.6
Improved 287 spots from last year
-16.6 below state avg
700 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
B+
TechBoston Academy
3.3 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.3 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
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
3.6 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

West Roxbury

1487-1489 Centre Street # 1, Boston MA 02132

Boston, MA 02132

Listing Information

Listing Agent Focus Team
Listing Office Focus Real Estate
Office Phone 617-676-4082
Agent MLS ID TEAM0202
Office MLS ID AN2624
Listing Data Updated Oct 28, 2025 4:10 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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