537 Massachusetts Ave. # 4, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$1,225,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,159
Sq Ft
$1,057
Price/Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
18
Days on Market
Sold Listed Sep 5, 2024 • MLS# 73286195 Copied! • Updated Nov 7, 2024

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,250,000
Final Sale Price: $1,225,000
Difference: $25,000 (-2.0%)
Performance Metrics
98.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,079
Sale $/sq ft: $1,057
This property sold for $1,057 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.0% below the original asking price.

With only 18 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

An absolutely gorgeous penthouse meticulously designed with stunning details, soaring ceilings, wonderful light and an open and inviting layout. Quiet, private and spacious, the open concept flows seamlessly from room to room. Designed to offer all the modern amenities, while still holding onto its period details and charm. A wood burning fireplace and a spacious dining room w/built ins, create the perfect setting for dinner parties or cozy winter evenings. A full staircase effortlessly brings you to a large private roof deck offering unrestricted views of the Boston Skyline, it's the perfect city oasis. Each full bathroom has been curated with high end fixtures & finishes that would be the envy of any 5 Star Hotel. The kitchen boasts a Thermador Refrigerator/Wolf Range and copper island with matching fixtures . Truly a one of a kind must see property conveniently located in desirable Chester Park, just steps to all the South End and Back Bay Neighborhoods have to offer.

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Property History

Market Insights

2%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Nov 7, 2024
$1,225,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
🏠
Listed for Sale
Sep 5, 2024
$1,250,000
Original listing
Agent: The Klein Group Office: Engel & Volkers Newton

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $11,425 $1,048,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$11,425
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$250
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,048,200

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 1,159 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
Features None
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $11,425
Assessed Value $1,048,200

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $250 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 4
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building 4
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Does not include roof deck
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 19 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,159 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s)
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
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.1 mi | #259 of 352 | Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.3 mi | #766 of 825 | Score: 31.2
Improved 35 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
201 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Blackstone Elementary
0.4 mi
M

Middle Schools

1 school
Timilty Middle
0.8 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Madison Park High
0.7 mi
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.7 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
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Neighborhood

South End

537 Massachusetts Ave. # 4, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

Listing Information

Listing Office Engel & Volkers Newton
Office Phone 617-936-4194
Agent MLS ID TM334800
Office MLS ID AN4462
Listing Data Updated Nov 7, 2024 12:34 PM 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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