17 Tower Street # 1, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130 • Jamaica Plain
$767,000
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,033
Sq Ft
$742
Price/Sq Ft
0.07
Acres
1900
Year Built
1
Parking
14
Days on Market
Sold Listed Mar 2, 2026 • MLS# 73481427 Copied! • Updated Apr 16, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $695,000
Final Sale Price: $767,000
Difference: +$72,000 (+10.4%)
Performance Metrics
110.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $673
Sale $/sq ft: $742
This property sold for $742 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 10.4% 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.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 31 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$742/sq ft
Area Median
$548/sq ft
Difference
+35.5%

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

About this home

Discover the perfect blend of charm and modern living at 17 Tower Street in JP's vibrant Forest Hills. This stylishly updated condo will absolutely win you over starting at the stellar entry foyer that incorporates the charm of the unit beyond. Step into 1,033 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed space, w/ a reworked floor plan to create a more open layout, 3 bedrooms, and modern bathroom. The heart of the home is the gorgeously renovated kitchen which flows into the formal dining room and the cozy & inviting living room with custom built bookcases, decorative fireplace, and sleek LVP flooring throughout. Enjoy in-unit laundry, off-street parking, private basement storage, all in a commuter friendly location. 100% owner-occupied, pet-friendly HOA with recent updates, including a new roof, and rear deck. Steps from Forest Hills T, SW Corridor Park, the Arboretum, and Brassica Kitchen, this home offers unmatched style & convenience. There's truly nothing to do but move in and fall in love.

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Property History

Market Insights

42%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 16, 2026
$767,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
📋
Status: Active under contract
Mar 10, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Mar 10, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 2, 2026
$695,000
Original listing
Agent: Ellen + Janis Team Office: Compass
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 2, 2026
$695,000
Original listing
Agent: Ellen + Janis Team Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #72507766
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jul 12, 2019
$490,000
MLS #72507766
Previous Transaction - MLS #71853539
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jul 31, 2015
$445,000
MLS #71853539

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $3,300 $615,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,300
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$250
Monthly
Assessed Value
$615,600

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 1,033 sq ft
Lot Size 0.07 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Pantry, Remodeled, First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Patio, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Patio
Features Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces 1
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer
Annual Tax $3,300
Assessed Value $615,600

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $250 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 3
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures None
Exclusions None
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Master Plan, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements (5)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 15 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,033 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

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

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 2003
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem, Paved
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
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
0.4 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
Italian Home For Children
0.8 mi
Grades PK-09
C-
Haley Pilot School
0.9 mi | #739 of 824 | Score: 33.2
Dropped 86 spots from last year
-25 below state avg
360 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Neighborhood School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Brooke Charter School Mattapan
1.1 mi | #45 of 346 | Score: 67.9
Improved 79 spots from last year
+9.7 above state avg
2,216 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades K-12
British International School of Boston
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
1.3 mi | #692 of 824 | Score: 36.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-22 below state avg
372 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Sarah Roberts Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-06
C-
Mendell Elementary School
1.3 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
C
Curley K-8 School
1.3 mi | #268 of 352 | Score: 34.7
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-23.5 below state avg
902 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Mother Caroline Academy
1.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
1.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.7 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.0 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
2.2 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
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
3.2 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
Middle School Academy
4.0 mi
Irving Middle
1.3 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
2.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
English High School
0.5 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
0.5 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
Meridian Academy
1.1 mi
Grades 06-09
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.9 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
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.1 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.5 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.5 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
C+
New Mission High School
2.5 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
A-
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
2.6 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
A+
Boston Latin School
2.7 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
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Neighborhood

Jamaica Plain

17 Tower Street # 1, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130

Listing Information

Listing Agent Ellen + Janis Team
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID TM361373
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Apr 16, 2026 2:09 PM EDT
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