$740,000
SOLD JUL 31, 2024

236 W Newton St Unit 2 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
695 Sq Ft
$250/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$1,065 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 2-minute walk to Prudential Station
  • Property is near public transit
  • City View
  • Brownstone
  • 1-minute walk to Titus Sparrow Park

About This Home

As of July 2024

Welcome to your charming pied-à-terre, nestled between Back Bay and South End! This parlor level gem is adorned with two decorative fireplaces, crown molding, high ceilings, and inviting hardwood floors, creating a space filled with classic character. Unwind on the private west-facing balcony, perfect for basking in the afternoon sun. Explore the nearby shops, delightful local dining spots, and enjoy the easy access to the Green & Orange line public transit, embracing the best of city living with a touch of timeless charm in this inviting home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eric Tam

Compass Listed on: 06/18/2024

Compass

Co-Listed By

Jerome McBride

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Weidong Li

WINN Real Estate & Consulting

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,959

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

HOA Fees

  • $250 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Frame Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 695 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • City Views

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Washer and Dryer

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • Two or More Common Walls

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3362094

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, snow removal
  • 3 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,959

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$250 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street,Front,Back)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Range Hood
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 695
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1078.99
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1064.75
  • MAIN SO: AN6628

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, City View(s)
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Rubber
  • View: City
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 250
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 2
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3362094
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 213
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7959
  • Tax Book Number: 57233

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 3
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 2023
Sold by
Paweletz Cloud P and Asai Yukako
Bought by
Asai Yukako

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$342,000
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2011
Sold by
Zalt Michael J
Bought by
Afes Van B and Incarnato Phillip J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$332,500
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 2005
Sold by
Bantham Amy E
Bought by
Zalt Jihad

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 25, 2000
Sold by
Haggerty Mark A and Wagner Neil D
Bought by
Bantham Amy E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 1991
Sold by
Stempel Jane E and Stempel Jay E
Bought by
Yip David D and Yip Wing K
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed -- None Available
Condominium Deed -- None Available
Deed $475,000 --
Deed $475,000 --
Deed $422,500 --
Deed $422,500 --
Deed $307,500 --
Deed $171,500 --
Deed $171,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $290,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $290,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $342,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $423,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $332,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/22/2025 07/22/25 For Rent $3,500 +4.5% --
08/15/2024 08/15/24 Rented $3,350 0.0% --
07/31/2024 07/31/24 Sold $740,000 0.0% $1,065 / Sq Ft
07/08/2024 07/08/24 Under Contract -- -- --
06/30/2024 06/30/24 For Rent $3,400 0.0% --
06/28/2024 06/28/24 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2024 06/18/24 For Sale $749,900 0.0% $1,079 / Sq Ft
06/03/2022 06/03/22 Rented $3,300 -2.9% --
05/10/2022 05/10/22 For Rent $3,400 +36.0% --
05/09/2020 05/09/20 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
05/09/2020 05/09/20 Under Contract -- -- --
05/01/2020 05/01/20 For Rent $2,500 -2.0% --
11/02/2018 11/02/18 Rented $2,550 +2.0% --
11/02/2018 11/02/18 Under Contract -- -- --
10/17/2018 10/17/18 For Rent $2,500 0.0% --
11/26/2012 11/26/12 Sold $494,000 -0.8% $711 / Sq Ft
11/16/2012 11/16/12 Pending -- -- --
10/22/2012 10/22/12 For Sale $498,000 -- $717 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $8,792 $759,200 $0 $759,200
2024 $7,959 $730,200 $0 $730,200
2023 $7,610 $708,600 $0 $708,600
2022 $7,343 $674,900 $0 $674,900
2021 $7,201 $674,900 $0 $674,900
2020 $6,842 $647,900 $0 $647,900
2019 $6,631 $629,100 $0 $629,100
2018 $6,220 $593,500 $0 $593,500
2017 $6,297 $594,600 $0 $594,600
2016 $6,289 $571,700 $0 $571,700
2015 $6,376 $526,500 $0 $526,500
2014 $6,079 $483,200 $0 $483,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73253746

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000004-000840-000004