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53 Fairbanks St, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$1,175,000
Est. $7,039/month
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About this home
Rare large single-family home in the heart of Brighton's coveted Oak Square neighborhood! This property features a beautifully renovated kitchen and a potential in-law unit on the walkout lower level, perfect for extended family, rental income, or extra living space. Investors take notice: this single-family is zoned 3F-4000 (multifamily), offering exciting potential for conversion (buyer to do own due diligence). Whether you're an investor or a homeowner looking to settle into a vibrant community, this property offers endless potential. Enjoy unbeatable convenience with easy access to the Green Line and bus routes, plus a short drive to the Mass Pike, Storrow Drive, and Cambridge. You're just minutes from the shops and restaurants of Boston Landing, Brighton Ave, and Harvard Ave. Easy to show. All offers due Tuesday, June 23 5pm.
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jun 25, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jun 23, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Jun 17, 2026
$1,175,000
Original listing
Agent: Nike John
Office: eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/25/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 06/23/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 06/17/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,175,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,772 | $930,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$10,772
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$930,200
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1890
Living Area
2,206 sq ft
Lot Size
0.10 acres
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
3
Total Rooms
11
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Finished, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access
Laundry
First Floor
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$10,772
Assessed Value
$930,200
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Unsure of total square footage, estimated to be closer to floor plan attached.
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
20 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,206 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,206 sq ft above grade
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LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelBasement
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
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:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Finished, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
Laundry:
First Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
D
Lyon Elementary School
< 0.1 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
D
Edison Elementary School
0.4 mi
|
#759 of 824
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 21 spots from last year
-26.5 below state avg
502 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Winship Elementary School
0.4 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
St. Columbkille Partnership School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Kennedy Hope Academy
1.1 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
German International School Boston
1.5 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
1.6 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
C-
Match Charter Public School
2.1 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
The Winsor School
2.9 mi
Grades 05-12
Middle Schools
10 schools
Nativity Prep School
3.7 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.4 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
5.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
5.2 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
5.3 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
5.9 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
6.2 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
Epiphany School
6.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Timilty Middle
3.9 mi
Irving Middle
5.0 mi
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
0.9 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
1.2 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
3.3 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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.9 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
4.0 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
Meridian Academy
4.0 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
4.1 mi
|
#324 of 346
|
Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students
Moderate
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
Newman School
4.1 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
4.5 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
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Brighton
53 Fairbanks St, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Nike John
Listing Office
eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office
Office Phone
888-854-7493
Agent MLS ID
CT009072
Office MLS ID
AC0342
Listing Data Updated
Jul 7, 2026 1:50 PM EDT
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