$630,000
SOLD JUN 21, 2024

242 W Newton St Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
710 Sq Ft
$469/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$887 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

59 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • 3-minute walk to Prudential Station
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 3-minute walk to Titus Sparrow Park

About This Home

As of June 2024

**PRICE DROP OPEN HOUSE 4/21 11PM-1230PM! Elegantly poised in the vibrant South End, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence offers a harmonious blend of sophistication and comfort. Designed with an open and airy layout, this exquisite home features updated appliances, including a built-in wine fridge, and spacious walk-in closets, ensuring ample storage and a touch of luxury. The private outdoor space serves as a serene retreat for the summer months, while the working fireplace adds warmth and ambiance during the winter season. Additionally, the inclusion of one parking spot offers unparalleled convenience. Prospective buyers are cordially invited to experience the charm and elegance of this property during our open houses, held on Saturday 3/23 and Sunday 3/24 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. This residence promises an exclusive living experience in one of Boston's most desirable neighborhoods.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Leah Pennini

Gamut Group LLC Listed on: 03/21/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Monik Graham

RE/MAX Bentley's

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,405

Year Built

  • Built in 1899

HOA Fees

  • $469 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Garden Home

Interior Spaces

  • 710 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Vinyl Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3362099

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer
  • 28 Units

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,405

Year Built

Built in 1899

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$469 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Garden
  • Year Built: 1899
  • Buyer Agency: 1.75
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 710
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN5931
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 908.45
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 887.32
  • MAIN SO: AN8279

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water
  • Association Fee: 468.84
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 1
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3362099
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 999
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6404.84
  • Tax Book Number: 999

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 28
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 21, 2024
Closed on
Jun 21, 2024
Sold by
Evans Jamie A
Bought by
Silva Emily C
Seller's Agent
Leah Pennini
Gamut Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
Monik Graham
RE/MAX Bentley's
List Price
$669,999
Sold Price
$630,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,999
-5.97%
Total Days on Market
59
Views
88
Current Estimated Value
$665,890

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$35,890
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.94%
Original Mortgage
$405,000
Outstanding Balance
$401,995
Interest Rate
7.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$263,895

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 2002
Sold by
Raucci Anthony P
Bought by
Stine Eric

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$276,000
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2002
Sold by
Tappendorf C S
Bought by
Raucci Anthony P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$205,000
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 9, 1997
Sold by
Blackburn Michael L
Bought by
Tappendorf Christopher

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 1989
Sold by
Loveless Fred O
Bought by
Blackburn Michael L
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 $630,000 None Available
Condominium Deed $630,000 None Available
Deed $345,000 --
Deed $345,000 --
Deed $225,000 --
Deed $225,000 --
Deed $126,000 --
Deed $126,000 --
Deed $128,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $405,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $405,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $276,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $205,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/21/2024 06/21/24 Sold $630,000 -2.3% $887 / Sq Ft
05/20/2024 05/20/24 Pending -- -- --
04/16/2024 04/16/24 Price Changed $645,000 -3.7% $908 / Sq Ft
03/21/2024 03/21/24 For Sale $669,999 0.0% $944 / Sq Ft
06/22/2021 06/22/21 Rented $2,350 0.0% --
06/01/2021 06/01/21 Under Contract -- -- --
04/01/2021 04/01/21 For Rent $2,350 -16.1% --
08/31/2020 08/31/20 Rented $2,800 0.0% --
08/10/2020 08/10/20 Under Contract -- -- --
07/28/2020 07/28/20 For Rent $2,800 +6.7% --
02/13/2019 02/13/19 Rented $2,625 0.0% --
01/30/2019 01/30/19 Price Changed $2,625 +1.0% $4 / Sq Ft
01/30/2019 01/30/19 For Rent $2,600 +6.1% --
01/05/2018 01/05/18 Rented $2,450 0.0% --
12/08/2017 12/08/17 Price Changed $2,450 -5.8% $3 / Sq Ft
11/07/2017 11/07/17 Price Changed $2,600 -3.7% $4 / Sq Ft
10/23/2017 10/23/17 Price Changed $2,700 -3.6% $4 / Sq Ft
09/21/2017 09/21/17 Price Changed $2,800 -6.5% $4 / Sq Ft
08/23/2017 08/23/17 For Rent $2,995 -- --
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 $7,074 $610,900 $0 $610,900
2024 $6,405 $587,600 $0 $587,600
2023 $6,124 $570,200 $0 $570,200
2022 $5,909 $543,100 $0 $543,100
2021 $5,795 $543,100 $0 $543,100
2020 $5,989 $567,100 $0 $567,100
2019 $5,803 $550,600 $0 $550,600
2018 $5,444 $519,500 $0 $519,500
2017 $5,192 $490,300 $0 $490,300
2016 $5,185 $471,400 $0 $471,400
2015 $5,313 $438,700 $0 $438,700
2014 $5,065 $402,600 $0 $402,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73215027

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000004-000843-000002