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89 Chester # A3, Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134
$350,000
Est. $2,613/month
1
Baths
465
Sq Ft
$753
Price/Sq Ft
1930
Year Built
78
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 30, 2024 • MLS# 73296555 Copied!

About this home

Searching for a cozy nest as home? Or a high performing rental property; this sun-drenched corner unit studio condominium is ideal for both. Situated in a peacefull, well maintained, ivy covered vintage brick building located in the heart of Allston, this condo offers the best of alternatives -- all the amemities this vibrant neighborhood has to offer at your doorstep and the serenity of a quiet home inside. The open layout leaves no space wasted, while the extra-large walk-in closet provides plenty of room for custom design. Both the kitchen and bathroom have been newly remodeled. Fantastic Packard's Corner location, just a short distance from the Green Line and Boston Universitty, the unit has strong rental history, highly desirable by professionals and students alike. Additional features include laundry in the building, on-street permit parking, convenient bicycle storage in the easily accessible basement, plus a very short drive to the Mass Pike.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner FORD EUGENE M
Mailing Address CHESBROUGH, WEST ROXBURY, MA, 02132

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Style Colonial

Tax Information

Assessed Value $541,600
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $5,573
CPA Surcharge 1% ($45)
Estimated Annual Tax $5,619

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $198,900 $342,700 $541,600

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Mar 11, 2021 $1 64971/117

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk
Match: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1930
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
465 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $389,750
Final Sale Price: $350,000
Difference: $39,750 (-10.2%)
Performance Metrics
89.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
78
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $838
Sale $/sq ft: $753
This property sold for $753 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 10.2% below the original asking price.

The property spent 78 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 26 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$753/sq ft
Area Average
$365/sq ft
Difference
+106.5%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1930
Living Area 465 sq ft
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 2

Interior

Heating Central, Steam
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Basement, Common Area, In Building
Features Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Courtyard, Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven

Financial

Annual Tax $3,788
Assessed Value $347,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Basement, Common Area, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1930
Structure Type: Garden, Low-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Steam
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Courtyard, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Location

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Neighborhood

89 Chester # A3, Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134

Walkability

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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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
C-
Match Charter Public School
0.4 mi | #281 of 346 | Score: 43.2
Improved 41 spots from last year
-15 below state avg
1,189 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
0.6 mi | #10 of 12 | Score: 30.9
Improved 651 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
364 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
German International School Boston
0.6 mi
Grades PK-12
Kennedy Hope Academy
0.8 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
St. Columbkille Partnership School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
The Winsor School
1.4 mi
Grades 05-12
B
Winship Elementary School
1.5 mi | #407 of 824 | Score: 47.6
Dropped 189 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
353 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Kids Are People School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Lyon Elementary School
1.7 mi | #333 of 352 | Score: 27.3
Dropped 194 spots from last year
-30.9 below state avg
143 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Nativity Prep School
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.1 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Mother Caroline Academy
3.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.0 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.1 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
Middle School Academy
4.2 mi
Epiphany School
5.3 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.5 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
Timilty Middle
2.5 mi
Edwards Middle
3.6 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
0.9 mi | #312 of 346 | Score: 35.4
Improved 17 spots from last year
-22.8 below state avg
426 students Diverse
Career Tech Programs Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
D
Brighton High School
1.0 mi | #321 of 346 | Score: 31.3
Improved 43 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
667 students Diverse
11 sports • 520 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
1.0 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.8 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
Newman School
2.3 mi
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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.1 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
Meridian Academy
3.1 mi
Grades 06-09
Cathedral High School
3.1 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.3 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
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Property History

Market Insights

6.7%
Price Range
80
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Jan 6, 2025
$350,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 80
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Listed for Sale
Sep 30, 2024
$375,000
Original listing
Agent: Tim Garvey Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 30, 2024 New Listing Added $375,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
78 days
Price per Sq Ft
$753

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $3,788 $347,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,788
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$327
Per month
Assessed Value
$347,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Tim Garvey
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID BB301477
Office MLS ID AN4874
Listing Data Updated Jan 9, 2025 2:35 PM EST
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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