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39-41 Bishop Joe L Smith Way # 1, Boston MA 02121
Boston, MA 02121 • Dorchester's Grove Hall
$389,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$469,000
Final Sale Price:
$389,000
Difference:
$80,000 (-17.1%)
Performance Metrics
82.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
167
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$558
Sale $/sq ft:
$463
This property sold for $463 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 17.1% below the original asking price.
At 167 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.
About this home
Don’t miss this amazing opportunity on the Roxbury/Dorchester line in Grove Hall. This well-located unit is just minutes from Franklin Park, offering golfing, walking trails, and the Franklin Park Zoo. A two-minute walk takes you to Grove Hall Shopping Plaza, where you’ll find banking, a grocery store, and local businesses. Plus, the commuter rail is just a 10-minute walk away. Inside, you'll find a spacious floor plan with two well-sized bedrooms, one full bathroom, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, custom shutters, a large basement storage unit, and a common laundry area. This unit also boasts a brand-new roof installed in 2024 and a 165-square-foot patio, perfect for outdoor relaxation. Best of all, it features a private, oversized backyard—an incredible find in city living. Property is vacant and easy to show. THE UNIT HAS BEEN FRESHLY PAINTED, AFTER PHOTOS WHERE TAKEN. SELLER IS OFFERING A SELLER'S CREDIT TO PAY THE COND FEE FOR 6 MONTHS.
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Property History
Market Insights
2.5%
Price Range
168
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Aug 29, 2025
$389,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 168
Listed for Sale
Feb 6, 2025
$399,000
Original listing
Agent: Liana Williams
Office: Fort Hill Brokerage Group
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2025 | ✓ Sold | $389,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 02/06/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $399,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $383 | $365,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$383
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$416
Monthly
Assessed Value
$365,200
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1925
Living Area
840 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Basement, Common Area
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Stone
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Fenced Yard
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Security, Fenced
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
220 Volts
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$383
Assessed Value
$365,200
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$416 Monthly
Fee Includes
Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
Laundry, Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Tax Figure Includes Residential Exemption For Owner-occupancy Of $3, 450.72 Making Total Property Taxes Just $383.41
Exclusions
There Is No Refridgerator In The Unit.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse","Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Floor Plans (1)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
168 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
840 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
840 sq ft above grade
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FeaturesYes
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Basement, Common Area
Security:
Intercom, Security Gate
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1925
Effective Year (Renovated):
2017
Structure Type:
Rowhouse, Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Stone
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Security, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
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Location
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Neighborhood
Dorchester's Grove Hall
39-41 Bishop Joe L Smith Way # 1, Boston MA 02121
Boston, MA 02121
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Liana Williams
Listing Office
Fort Hill Brokerage Group
Office Phone
617-960-8973
Agent MLS ID
CN238228
Office MLS ID
NB5039
Listing Data Updated
Sep 2, 2025 9:31 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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