261 W Newton # 2, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • South End
$2,625/mo
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$3,000
Final Sale Price:
$2,625
Difference:
$375 (-12.5%)
Performance Metrics
87.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
149
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$3
Sale $/sq ft:
$3
This property sold for $3 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 12.5% below the original asking price.
At 149 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$3/sq ft
Area Median
$5/sq ft
Difference
39.9%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Newly renovated! Studio apartment, across from Prudential Center, close to shops and all the best restaurants. Easy access to Green Line (Prudential Center), Orange Line (Massachusetts Ave), and several bus routes are well within .25-.50 mile. Washer and Dryer in unit and central AC. Hot water Included in Rent. First, last, $250 lock fee to move in. Gross rent is $3000 per month. Advertised rent considers 1 free month with lease ending 8/31.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
10.5%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73487228
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Mar 16, 2026
$2,933
MLS #73487228 - Active
Leased
Dec 15, 2025
Rental listing closed
Price Reduced
Dec 8, 2025
$2,625
$45
(-1.69%)
From $2,670 to $2,625 (-1.7%)
Listed for Rent
Jul 18, 2025
$2,625
Original listing
Agent: Jason Gell
Office: RE/MAX On the Charles
Listed for Rent
Jul 18, 2025
$2,670
Original listing
Agent: Jason Gell
Office: RE/MAX On the Charles
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/16/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $2,933 | - | - | MLS #73487228 - Active |
| 12/15/2025 | ✓ Leased | - | - | - | Rental listing closed |
| 12/08/2025 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,625 | $45 | - | From $2,670 to $2,625 (-1.7%) |
| 07/18/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $2,625 | - | - | Original listing |
| 07/18/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $2,670 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Living Area
999 sq ft
Lot Size
999 sq ft
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
1
Rental Details
Available
Jan 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(8 Or17)
Rent Includes
Hot Water
Required
First MonthLast MonthReferencesInsurance
Interior
Heating
Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
150 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
Leased
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
999 sq ft
Total Rooms
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
999 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:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.4 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.5 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.6 mi
|
#772 of 824
|
Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
Kids Are People School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
Park Street School
0.9 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.0 mi
|
#326 of 352
|
Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.7 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
1.8 mi
Nativity Prep School
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.4 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
Mother Caroline Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.6 mi
Epiphany School
3.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.8 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
Timilty Middle
1.1 mi
UP Academy
1.8 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
0.7 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.9 mi
|
#268 of 346
|
Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.1 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.2 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
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.3 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.0 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.5 mi
Grades 06-09
D
Charlestown High School
2.6 mi
|
#322 of 346
|
Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.7 mi
|
#19 of 25
|
Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
South End
261 W Newton # 2, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Jason Gell
Listing Office
RE/MAX On the Charles
Office Phone
781-894-1882
Agent MLS ID
BB806543
Office MLS ID
AC1264
Listing Data Updated
Jan 9, 2026 3:31 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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