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1 Melrose Street # 2, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Bay Village
$750,000
Est. $4,907/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
625
Sq Ft
$1,200
Price/Sq Ft
1890
Year Built
43
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 20, 2024 • MLS# 73293089 Copied!

About this home

Wow, standing proud on the heart of the quintessential Bay Village conclave neighborhood is this PARLOR level floor through residence which exudes warmth, charm & character with its high ceilings, marble mantel fireplace, gleaming h/w floors, crown moldings and oversized double hung windows. Coupled with the features of modern living, including the open concept floor plan, modern full bath with tub/shower, stylish updated kitchen boasting ss appliances, granite counter-tops w/breakfast bar, ceiling fans, energy efficient mini-splits for c/a and heating options, in-unit w&d combo, keyless entry to building and unit, with fabulous private deeded and gated side entry ideal for bike storage or dinner Al Fresco dining. New central boiler with hot water in 2022. WALK SCORE "98", 2 blocks to Commons & Public Garden, between Back Bay & S. End, and T it is the IDEAL place to call home. Close to everything Boston has to offer!! On-street permit parking. 5 Unit Complex with low HOA fees!!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
625 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Main Level Bedrooms
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $769,000
Final Sale Price: $750,000
Difference: $19,000 (-2.5%)
Performance Metrics
97.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
43
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,230
Sale $/sq ft: $1,200
This property sold for $1,200 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.5% below the original asking price.

The property spent 43 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 17 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,200/sq ft
Area Average
$456/sq ft
Difference
+163.1%

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 1890
Living Area 625 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 2

Interior

Heating Central, Hot Water, Individual, Unit Control, Ductless, Fireplace(s)
Cooling Dual, Individual, Unit Control, Ductless
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Laundry Closet, Flooring - Wood, Main Level, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features Closet, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/granite/solid, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Living/dining Rm Combo

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Slate
Features Screens
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Icemaker Connection

Financial

Annual Tax $6,845
Assessed Value $628,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Closet, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Living/Dining Rm Combo
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: N
Laundry: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Wood, Main Level, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Effective Year (Renovated): 1987
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Slate
Foundation:
Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Hot Water, Individual, Unit Control, Ductless, Fireplace(s)
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Dual, Individual, Unit Control, Ductless
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access

Location

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Neighborhood

Bay Village

1 Melrose Street # 2, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

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
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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Property History

Market Insights

2.5%
Price Range
44
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Nov 27, 2024
$750,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 44
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Listed for Sale
Sep 20, 2024
$769,000
Original listing
Agent: Robin W. Simon Office: HomeSmart First Class Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 20, 2024 New Listing Added $769,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
43 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,200

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $6,845 $628,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,845
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$345
Monthly
Assessed Value
$628,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Robin W. Simon
Listing Office HomeSmart First Class Realty
Agent MLS ID BB900926
Office MLS ID AN5549
Listing Data Updated Nov 27, 2024 5:57 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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