16 Foster Street # 9, Boston MA 02109

Boston, MA 02109 • North End
$475,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
408
Sq Ft
$1,164
Price/Sq Ft
1880
Year Built
37
Days on Market
Sold Listed Oct 24, 2024 • MLS# 73306050 Copied! • Updated Dec 28, 2024

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $499,000
Final Sale Price: $475,000
Difference: $24,000 (-4.8%)
Performance Metrics
95.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
37
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,223
Sale $/sq ft: $1,164
This property sold for $1,164 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 4.8% below the original asking price.

The property spent 37 days on market before selling.

About this home

This top-floor condo is situated in the historic North End on a serene one-way street, close to Hanover St., the waterfront, & Langone Park. It is an attractive option for both owner-occupants & investors. The 5-story building features a solid brick exterior with an inviting red door & residents benefit from first-come, first-served parking across the street. Inside, the living area, with hardwood floors, is filled with natural light & unobstructed southern views, showcasing high ceilings & exposed brick, making it suitable for both relaxation & dining. The practical galley kitchen is white & ready for your touch. The well-sized bedroom includes a large closet and space for a queen or king bed, while the updated bathroom is equipped with elegant porcelain tiles and a modern glass shower. Professionally managed, low condo fees, shared laundry & private storage. One of the most desirable neighborhoods in Boston. Easy access to the Greenway, public transit, and the Airport.

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Property History

Market Insights

0.8%
Price Range
38
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Dec 16, 2024
$475,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 38
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Listed for Sale
Oct 24, 2024
$479,000
Original listing
Agent: Emma Guardia Office: Compass

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $1,132 $435,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$1,132
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$230
Monthly
Assessed Value
$435,100

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1880
Living Area 408 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Electric Baseboard, Electric
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features On Street
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range
Annual Tax $1,132
Assessed Value $435,100

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $230 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities Laundry
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 6
Seller Disclosures Per The Most Recent Condo Board Meeting, The Condo Fee Will Be Raised To $230, Effective December 1, 2024.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise","Brownstone"]
Unit/Building 9
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements, Other (see Remarks)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 38 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
408 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
5

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Effective Year (Renovated): 1982
Structure Type: Mid-Rise, Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric Baseboard, Electric
Heating Zones: 4
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street
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
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.1 mi | #47 of 352 | Score: 57.5
Improved 3 spots from last year
-0.7 below state avg
779 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
St. John Elementary School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.7 mi | #594 of 825 | Score: 41.1
Dropped 186 spots from last year
-17.1 below state avg
315 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
East Boston Central Catholic School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
0.9 mi | #5 of 12 | Score: 45.2
Improved 124 spots from last year
-13 below state avg
100 students Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades PK-06
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
0.9 mi | #86 of 352 | Score: 50.9
Improved 3 spots from last year
-7.3 below state avg
544 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
C+
Mario Umana Academy
1.0 mi | #11 of 16 | Score: 26.5
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.7 below state avg
585 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
D
Adams Elementary School
1.0 mi | #770 of 825 | Score: 31.0
Dropped 91 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
222 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
McKay K-8 School
1.0 mi | #332 of 352 | Score: 27.4
Dropped 36 spots from last year
-30.8 below state avg
599 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
1.0 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
78 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.4 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.6 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
4.0 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.0 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.4 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
4.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
8.8 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Edwards Middle
1.0 mi
UP Academy
2.4 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.9 mi | #319 of 346 | Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
1.4 mi | #300 of 346 | Score: 38.2
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
1,181 students Moderate
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.5 mi | #279 of 346 | Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
1.8 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
2.0 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.1 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.2 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.2 mi | #20 of 346 | Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.5 mi | #20 of 25 | Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.9 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

North End

16 Foster Street # 9, Boston MA 02109

Boston, MA 02109

Listing Information

Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-303-0067
Agent MLS ID CN212438
Office MLS ID AN2606
Listing Data Updated Dec 28, 2024 11:24 AM 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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