$541,000 - $686,673
RENTED JUL 31, 2025

5 Melrose St Unit 3 Boston, MA 02116

1 Bed
1 Bath
542 Sq Ft
$1,186 Price per Sq Ft

Last Sold July 30, 2021

Last sale price $600,000 $1,107 Per Sq Ft

About This Home

As of July 2021

Tucked away in charming and convenient Bay Village where the Back Bay and South End meet is the perfect quintessential Boston row house featuring a well designed layout and wonderful character throughout. With 2 fireplaces, wood floors, exposed brick walls, high ceilings and 6 terrific windows, this sun-splashed upper level home will truly captivate you! It's just one of those special properties that make you feel like you're home the minute you walk in the door. The open floor plan features plenty of space for living, dining, cooking and even an office area for very crucial working from home space. Terrific extra storage, laundry and patio complete the package.Tree top views and the quiet enclave of this desirable neighborhood makes you forget that you are in the city, yet outside your door are parks, local conveniences, amenities, shops, restaurants, cafes & so much more! Enjoy all that the Back Bay and South End offer, while just steps to the Public Garden and an easy walk Downtown.

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 12, 2021
Closed on
Jul 29, 2021
Sold by
Buccafusca Roberto
Bought by
Shreve Helen and Bock Richard
Seller's Agent
Karin O Connor
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Karin O Connor
Compass
Sold Price
$3,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.73%
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Outstanding Balance
$410,252
Interest Rate
2.93%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$232,416

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2007
Sold by
5 Melrose Street Condo
Bought by
Buccafusca Roberto

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,600
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2005
Sold by
Monsma Nicholas
Bought by
Terrien Brett

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$252,000
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 1996
Sold by
June Fletcher Ret
Bought by
Monsma Nicholas J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$68,400
Interest Rate
8.21%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Shreve Helen $600,000 None Available
Buccafusca Roberto $332,000 --
Terrien Brett $315,000 --
Monsma Nicholas J $85,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Shreve Helen $450,000
Previous Owner Monsma Nicholas J $249,000
Previous Owner Buccafusca Roberto $248,000
Previous Owner Buccafusca Roberto $265,600
Previous Owner Terrien Brett $252,000
Previous Owner Monsma Nicholas J $68,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2025 07/31/25 Rented $3,300 -2.9% --
07/27/2025 07/27/25 Under Contract -- -- --
07/14/2025 07/14/25 For Rent $3,400 +13.3% --
08/01/2021 08/01/21 Rented $3,000 0.0% --
07/30/2021 07/30/21 Sold $600,000 0.0% $1,107 / Sq Ft
07/16/2021 07/16/21 Under Contract -- -- --
07/12/2021 07/12/21 For Rent $3,000 0.0% --
06/24/2021 06/24/21 Pending -- -- --
06/16/2021 06/16/21 For Sale $579,000 0.0% $1,068 / Sq Ft
06/22/2017 06/22/17 Rented $2,200 0.0% --
06/20/2017 06/20/17 Under Contract -- -- --
06/15/2017 06/15/17 For Rent $2,200 +4.8% --
08/26/2016 08/26/16 Rented $2,100 0.0% --
08/23/2016 08/23/16 Under Contract -- -- --
08/16/2016 08/16/16 Price Changed $2,100 -4.5% $4 / Sq Ft
08/08/2016 08/08/16 Price Changed $2,200 -8.3% $4 / Sq Ft
07/21/2016 07/21/16 For Rent $2,400 -- --

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 $7,085 $611,800 $0 $611,800
2024 $6,442 $591,000 $0 $591,000
2023 $6,159 $573,500 $0 $573,500
2022 $5,561 $511,100 $0 $511,100
2021 $5,453 $511,100 $0 $511,100
2020 $4,936 $467,400 $0 $467,400
2019 $4,783 $453,800 $0 $453,800
2018 $4,486 $428,100 $0 $428,100
2017 $4,278 $404,000 $0 $404,000
2016 $4,274 $388,500 $0 $388,500
2015 $4,236 $349,800 $0 $349,800
2014 $4,038 $321,000 $0 $321,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Karin O Connor

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Karin O Connor

    Compass

    (617) 448-5003

    40 Total Sales

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  • Richard Schultz

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Richard Schultz

    Compass

    (617) 797-1838

    18 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Cameron McCarthy

    Encore Realty

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  • Thomas McGair

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Thomas McGair

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 587-4605

    42 Total Sales

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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Christina Gerrish

    Goodrich Residential, LLC

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Map

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116

5 Melrose St Unit 3, Boston, MA

This home is located at 5 Melrose St Unit 3, Boston, MA 02116 and is currently estimated at $642,668, approximately $1,185 per square foot. 5 Melrose St Unit 3 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Park Street School, Advent School, and Kingsley Montessori School.

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