85 Jamaica St # 1, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130 • Jamaica Plain
$330,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
993
Sq Ft
$332
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1905
Year Built
Condominium
Type
3
Days on Market
Sold 2011 Listed Oct 19, 2011 • MLS# 71302715 Copied! • Updated Nov 1, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $319,000
Final Sale Price: $330,000
Difference: +$11,000 (+3.4%)
Performance Metrics
103.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
3
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $321
Sale $/sq ft: $332
This property sold for $332 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 3 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 19 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$332/sq ft
Area Median
$612/sq ft
Difference
45.7%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Arboretum neighborhood! Come home to this well-appointed condo featuring gracious bay/bow windows & inviting open floor plan. Offering a freshly painted interior w/ designer colors throughout, easy flow from living & dining room to renovated kitchen. Addt'l features: built-in bookshelves, spacious bedrms, new heating system, C/A, linen closet, recently painted exterior, newer roof & decking, replmnt windows, private deck off of the fenced common yard, easy access to pub. transp, restrnts, shops!

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

44.2%
Price Range
5
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73593589
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Oct 21, 2026
$565,000
MLS #73593589 - Active
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Sold
Dec 2, 2011
$330,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 5
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Listed for Sale
Oct 20, 2011
$319,000
Original listing
Agent: Sarah Carroll Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Jamaica Plain
Previous Transaction - MLS #70763251
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 16, 2008
$315,000
MLS #70763251
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Previous Transaction - MLS #70205606
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Previously Sold
Jul 22, 2005
$315,520
MLS #70205606
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Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2011 $1,907 $273,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$1,907
Tax Year 2011
HOA Fee
$150
Per month
Assessed Value
$273,800

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1905
Living Area 993 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Stories 1
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Basement
Features None

Exterior

Construction Stone
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Porch, Deck, Fenced Yard, Screens
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck
Features None
Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public, City/town Water, City/town Sewer
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $1,907
Assessed Value $273,800

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $150
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities Laundry
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 3
Pets Yes
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Taxes Reflect Residential Exemption, Ask About The Parking
Exclusions None
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type ["2/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Other
Sq Ft Disclosures common laundry in basement - included in fee
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 5 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1905
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
993 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Main Level Bedrooms
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1905
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Stone
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water, City/Town Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Fenced Yard, Screens
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:
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
Italian Home For Children
0.6 mi
Grades PK-09
C
Boston Teachers Union Elementary Pilot School
0.7 mi | #262 of 352 | Score: 35.5
Improved 35 spots from last year
-22.7 below state avg
209 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
British International School of Boston
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
Neighborhood School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-06
C
Curley K-8 School
0.9 mi | #268 of 352 | Score: 34.8
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-23.4 below state avg
955 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C-
Mendell Elementary School
1.1 mi | #680 of 825 | Score: 36.8
Dropped 153 spots from last year
-21.4 below state avg
312 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C-
Hernandez Elementary School
1.2 mi | #691 of 825 | Score: 36.4
Dropped 87 spots from last year
-21.9 below state avg
332 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
John F Kennedy School
1.3 mi | #637 of 825 | Score: 38.9
Dropped 62 spots from last year
-19.3 below state avg
366 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Parkside Christian Academy/Cross Factor Academy
1.3 mi
Grades PK-12
C-
Haley Pilot School
1.4 mi | #745 of 825 | Score: 32.8
Dropped 92 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
352 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Nativity Prep School
1.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
1.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
1.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.3 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
Epiphany School
2.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
3.4 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
Middle School Academy
3.9 mi
Irving Middle
1.5 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
2.1 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
0.2 mi | #14 of 25 | Score: 31.6
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.7 below state avg
480 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
0.4 mi | #328 of 346 | Score: 28.9
Improved 30 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
653 students Diverse
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
0.9 mi
Grades 06-09
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.8 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.3 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
2.4 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
2.4 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
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.5 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
Roxbury Latin School
2.9 mi
Grades 07-12
C+
New Mission High School
2.9 mi | #230 of 346 | Score: 49.5
Improved 98 spots from last year
-8.7 below state avg
739 students Diverse
13 sports • 458 athletes
Early College Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

Jamaica Plain

85 Jamaica St # 1, Boston MA 02130

Boston, MA 02130

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sarah Carroll
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Jamaica Plain
Office Phone 617-522-4600
Agent MLS ID BB806412
Office MLS ID BB9348
Listing Data Updated Nov 1, 2026 12:20 AM 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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