170 Marlborough, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$2,195/mo
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$2,395
Final Sale Price:
$2,195
Difference:
$200 (-8.4%)
Performance Metrics
91.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
45
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$5
Sale $/sq ft:
$5
This property sold for $5 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 8.4% below the original asking price.
The property spent 45 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$5/sq ft
Area Median
$5/sq ft
Difference
8.5%
This property sold near the area median for similar homes.
About this home
FLEX MOVE-IN! Looking to break into the elusive Back Bay at the right price, and miss the September first rush? This sprawling studio apartment has just hit the market! New, premium refinished hardwood floors gleaming, the apartment extends to a nicely situated sleeping alcove on one end, an updated kitchen and bathroom on the other end, and a perfect space in the middle to put a full kitchen table, or even an entertainment center - as well as a desk! With heat and hot water included in the rent, this unit won't last long. Cats are okay, but dogs are not allowed. Why wait? Take a tour
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Property History
Market Insights
12%
Price Range
46
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73557763
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Aug 1, 2026
$2,495
MLS #73557763 - Active
Leased
Sep 11, 2025
$2,195
Rental listing closed
Days on Market: 46
Listed for Rent
Jul 27, 2025
$2,195
Original listing
Agent: Brett J. Star
Office: Star Residential, LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/01/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $2,495 | - | - | MLS #73557763 - Active |
| 09/11/2025 | ✓ Leased | $2,195 | - | - | Rental listing closed |
| 07/27/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $2,195 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Living Area
440 sq ft
Lot Size
9,999 sq ft
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
1
Rental Details
Available
Aug 1, 2025
Lease Term
Lease Terms(Fixed),Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Heat, Hot Water, Electricity, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection
Security Deposit
$2,395
Required
First MonthLast MonthDepositReferences
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
None
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
BF
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
46 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
Leased
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
440 sq ft
Total Rooms
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
440 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.
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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
The Learning Project
0.1 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.6 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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
Kids Are People School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.0 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.1 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
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.5 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
Middle School Academy
2.0 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.2 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.9 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
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.1 mi
Epiphany School
4.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.2 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
Timilty Middle
1.6 mi
Edwards Middle
1.9 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.1 mi
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
Cathedral High School
0.9 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.5 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.6 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.8 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.1 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.5 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
3.0 mi
Grades 06-09
C-
East Boston High School
3.0 mi
|
#305 of 346
|
Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students
Less Diverse
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
170 Marlborough, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Brett J. Star
Listing Office
Star Residential, LLC
Office Phone
317-258-0619
Agent MLS ID
CT004921
Office MLS ID
AN2485
Listing Data Updated
Sep 11, 2025 12:23 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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