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1 Melrose St # 3, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Bay Village
$5,200/mo
2
Beds
1
Baths
739
Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1890
Year Built
13 hours 13 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed Jul 8, 2026 • MLS# 73546645 Copied! • Updated Jul 8, 2026

About this home

Available 9/1 NO BROKER FEE - Experience luxury living in this meticulously renovated 2 Bed + 1 Bath second-floor residence in the heart of Bay Village. Fully renovated in 2023, this sun-filled one-flight walk-up perfectly blends timeless historic character with elevated modern finishes. Washer & Dryer included, Mini Split A/C & Heat, Andersen windows illuminating the open concept living space featuring new white oak flooring, restored original millwork, and soaring ceilings. The thoughtfully designed chef's kitchen is the centerpiece of the home, showcasing Imperial Danby marble countertops, custom inset cabinetry, a custom range hood, farmhouse sink, Fisher & Paykel Series 11 integrated refrigerator, Bertazzoni induction range, Miele dishwasher, and Rejuvenation lighting and hardware. The spacious primary bedroom features beautifully preserved original pumpkin pine flooring, while the versatile second bedroom is ideal as a guest room, home office, or nursery.

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Property History

Market Insights

99.4%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Jul 8, 2026
$5,200
Original listing
Agent: Dot Collection Office: Access
Previous Transaction - MLS #73309347
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Oct 24, 2024
$920,000
MLS #73309347

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,118 $614,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,118
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$614,700

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Condominium
Year Built 1890
Living Area 739 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Rental Details

Available Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Water, Sewer, Snow Removal
Security Deposit $5,200
Required DepositReferences
Pets Yes
Pet Policy Dogs OKCats OK
Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement None
Laundry In Unit
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Building & Pet Policy

HOA Yes
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 3
Sq Ft Source Unit Floor Plan
Documents None
County Suffolk

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
739 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
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

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
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
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
The Learning Project
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.6 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Advent School
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.9 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
F
Condon K-8 School
1.1 mi | #345 of 352 | Score: 24.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
518 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.2 mi | #155 of 346 | Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students Moderate
High Graduation Rate Rising School
Grades 05-12
St. Peter Academy School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.4 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.2 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.7 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
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.9 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.4 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
UP Academy
1.4 mi
Timilty Middle
1.8 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
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
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.7 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.7 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+
Boston Latin School
1.9 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.2 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.5 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.5 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
2.7 mi | #305 of 346 | Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students Less Diverse
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Bay Village

1 Melrose St # 3, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Dot Collection
Listing Office Access
Office Phone 617-825-8000
Agent MLS ID TM325586
Office MLS ID AN4691
Listing Data Updated Jul 8, 2026 2:50 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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