71 W. Selden St # 3, Boston MA 02126

Boston, MA 02126
$300,000
3
Beds
1
Baths
842
Sq Ft
$356
Price/Sq Ft
1980
Year Built
48
Days on Market
Sold Listed Apr 16, 2026 • MLS# 73503280 Copied! • Updated Jul 16, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $329,999
Final Sale Price: $300,000
Difference: $29,999 (-9.1%)
Performance Metrics
90.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
48
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $392
Sale $/sq ft: $356
This property sold for $356 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.1% below the original asking price.

The property spent 48 days on market before selling.

About this home

This lead-paint-compliant 3-bedroom condo in a 6-unit Boston complex offers a good value at just $329,999, making it an ideal opportunity for both homeowners and investors. The unit features an inviting eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and wood cabinetry, a spacious living room perfect for relaxation, complementary hardwood floors throughout, a full bathroom, natural sunlight in every room, private front and back decks, and a designated basement storage unit. Plentiful off-street parking is available. Conveniently located near downtown Boston, local shops, restaurants, and a nearby laundromat. The property also provides easy access to I-93, the commuter rail, red & orange line train stations, and multiple bus lines. Sold as-is, this condo stands out as one of the few 3-bedroom options in the city priced under $400K. Previously rented for $2,900 per month, it offers strong investment potential. Easy to show—schedule your showing today!

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Property History

Market Insights

1
Price Changes
6.1%
Price Range

Property Timeline

📋
Status: Active under contract
May 28, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
⏳
Pending Sale
May 15, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
↓
Price Reduced
Apr 29, 2026
$309,999 $20,000 (-6.06%)
From $329,999 to $309,999 (-6.1%)
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 17, 2026
$329,999
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $3,276 $282,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,276
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$412
Monthly
Assessed Value
$282,900

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1980
Living Area 842 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Tile, Laminate
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame, Brick
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Balcony
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $3,276
Assessed Value $282,900

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $412 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures The Property Is In The Process Of Receiving Basement Improvements. Owner/agent Has An Interest In The Property.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 3
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws (3)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 56 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1980
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
842 sq ft
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry:
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1980
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame, Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: None
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

3 schools
P.A. Shaw
0.3 mi
F
Shaw Elementary School
0.3 mi | #789 of 825 | Score: 29.4
Improved 48 spots from last year
-28.8 below state avg
469 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-06
Berea SDA Academy
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
C+
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy
0.3 mi | #17 of 25 | Score: 30.2
Improved 364 spots from last year
-28 below state avg
477 students Diverse
12 sports • 421 athletes
Rising School
Grades 09-12
B+
TechBoston Academy
0.7 mi | #10 of 25 | Score: 34.9
Improved 350 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
869 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

71 W. Selden St # 3, Boston MA 02126

Boston, MA 02126

Listing Information

Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
Office Phone 781-631-9511
Agent MLS ID CN217033
Office MLS ID AN6221
Listing Data Updated Jul 16, 2026 8:31 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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