96 Brayton Road, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$950,000
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$850,000
Final Sale Price:
$950,000
Difference:
+$100,000 (+11.8%)
Performance Metrics
111.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
15
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$357
Sale $/sq ft:
$399
This property sold for $399 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 11.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 15 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 3 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$399/sq ft
Area Median
$475/sq ft
Difference
15.9%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Contractor’s Special! Solid two-family home just minutes from Oak Square, the 57 bus line, restaurants, and shops. This property features a 5-room, 2-bedroom unit and a 6-room, 3-bedroom unit, both showcasing natural woodwork and hardwood floors throughout, including the kitchens. Each unit offers a charming three-season porch and a dining room with a built-in China cabinet. The unfinished walk-up attic presents great expansion potential. Both units have separate systems, with furnaces approximately 7 and 15 years old and water heaters under 2 years. Additional features include a slate roof and a walk-out basement. This home needs updating but is priced to sell! Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity!
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Property History
Market Insights
37%
Price Range
17
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73531974
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jun 8, 2026
$1,350,000
MLS #73531974 - Active
Sold
Apr 11, 2025
$950,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 17
Listed for Sale
Mar 6, 2025
$850,000
Original listing
Agent: Norman O'Grady
Office: RE/MAX On the Charles
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/08/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,350,000 | - | - | MLS #73531974 - Active |
| 04/11/2025 | ✓ Sold | $950,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 03/06/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $850,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,789 | $935,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$10,789
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$935,500
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1925
Living Area
2,382 sq ft
Lot Size
0.13 acres
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
11
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Walk-out Access
Laundry
None
Features
Pantry, Bathroom With Tub, Walk-up Attic, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Slate
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$10,789
Assessed Value
$935,500
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Basement Gets Water In Heavy Rains.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
17 days
Property Overview
Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,382 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Stories
2
Levels
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,382 sq ft above grade
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:
Tile, Hardwood, Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Pantry, Bathroom With Tub, Walk-Up Attic, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Walk-Out Access
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1925
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Slate
Foundation:
Stone
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Sloped
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
0.5 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
0.6 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
0.8 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
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
Kennedy Hope Academy
1.5 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-12
German International School Boston
2.0 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
2.1 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
2.6 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
3.3 mi
Grades 05-12
Middle Schools
10 schools
Nativity Prep School
4.0 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.7 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
5.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
5.4 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
5.6 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
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
Middle School Academy
6.3 mi
Epiphany School
6.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Timilty Middle
4.3 mi
Irving Middle
5.1 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
1.3 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
1.3 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
1.5 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
3.6 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
4.1 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
Meridian Academy
4.3 mi
Grades 06-09
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
4.3 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
D
English High School
4.3 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
4.6 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
4.9 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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Neighborhood
Brighton
96 Brayton Road, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Norman O'Grady
Listing Office
RE/MAX On the Charles
Office Phone
781-894-1882
Agent MLS ID
BB302687
Office MLS ID
AC1264
Listing Data Updated
Apr 11, 2025 4:48 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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