NOT LISTED FOR SALE

537 Massachusetts Ave Unit 4 Boston, MA 02118

Lower Roxbury Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,171,000 - $1,296,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,159 Sq Ft
$250/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold November 07, 2024

Last sale price $1,225,000 $1,057 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,774/month

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No Units Above
  • Property is near public transit
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of November 2024

An absolutely gorgeous penthouse meticulously designed with stunning details, soaring ceilings, wonderful light and an open and inviting layout. Quiet, private and spacious, the open concept flows seamlessly from room to room. Designed to offer all the modern amenities, while still holding onto its period details and charm. A wood burning fireplace and a spacious dining room w/built ins, create the perfect setting for dinner parties or cozy winter evenings. A full staircase effortlessly brings you to a large private roof deck offering unrestricted views of the Boston Skyline, it's the perfect city oasis. Each full bathroom has been curated with high end fixtures & finishes that would be the envy of any 5 Star Hotel. The kitchen boasts a Thermador Refrigerator/Wolf Range and copper island with matching fixtures . Truly a one of a kind must see property conveniently located in desirable Chester Park, just steps to all the South End and Back Bay Neighborhoods have to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eric Klein

Engel & Volkers Newton Listed on: 09/05/2024

Engel & Volkers Newton

Last Buyer's Agent

Nicole Kalmanidis

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,425

Year Built

  • Built in 1899

Lot Details

  • 1,176

HOA Fees

  • $250 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • Entry on the 4th floor
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,159 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • No Units Above
  • Property is near public transit
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4277271

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance
  • 4 Units
  • 537 Mass Ave Community

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,425

Year Built

Built in 1899

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$250 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Rowhouse
  • Year Built: 1899
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 1159
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN4462
  • MAIN SO: AN6181

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • 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, Tennis Court(s)
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4277271
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11425

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 4
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2024
Closed on
Nov 7, 2024
Sold by
Ilana J Finley Ret and Finley
Bought by
Rannetsberger Dani J and Mohammadi Ramin
Seller's Agent
Eric Klein
Engel & Volkers Newton
Buyer's Agent
Nicole Kalmanidis
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-2%
Views
7
Current Estimated Value
$1,236,791

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$11,791
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.88%
Original Mortgage
$1,102,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,089,162
Interest Rate
6.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$147,629

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 24, 2018
Closed on
Dec 12, 2018
Sold by
Guasco Anthony
Bought by
Ilana J Finley Ret and Finley
Seller's Agent
Lucas Garofalo
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Buyer's Agent
Benjamin Snow
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$969,000
Sold Price
$960,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-0.93%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.23%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 1999
Sold by
Osborn Mark C
Bought by
Guasco Anthony and Mathurin John J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 1997
Sold by
Woolley Geoffrey and Bourassa Peter
Bought by
Osborn Mark C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 1996
Sold by
Cochran Tr Susan M
Bought by
Woolley Geoffrey and Bourassa Peter
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Rannetsberger Dani J $1,225,000 None Available
Rannetsberger Dani J $1,225,000 None Available
Ilana J Finley Ret $960,000 --
Guasco Anthony $408,000 --
Guasco Anthony $408,000 --
Osborn Mark C $233,800 --
Osborn Mark C $233,800 --
Woolley Geoffrey $62,000 --
Woolley Geoffrey $62,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rannetsberger Dani J $1,102,500
Closed Rannetsberger Dani J $1,102,500
Previous Owner Woolley Geoffrey $300,000
Previous Owner Woolley Geoffrey $287,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/07/2024 11/07/24 Sold $1,225,000 -2.0% $1,057 / Sq Ft
09/24/2024 09/24/24 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2024 09/05/24 For Sale $1,250,000 +30.2% $1,079 / Sq Ft
12/21/2018 12/21/18 Sold $960,000 -0.9% $828 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/26/2018 11/26/18 Pending -- -- --
10/24/2018 10/24/18 For Sale $969,000 -- $836 / 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 $12,444 $1,074,600 $0 $1,074,600
2024 $11,425 $1,048,200 $0 $1,048,200
2023 $11,032 $1,027,200 $0 $1,027,200
2022 $11,068 $1,017,300 $0 $1,017,300
2021 $10,641 $997,300 $0 $997,300
2020 $9,968 $943,900 $0 $943,900
2019 $8,352 $792,400 $0 $792,400
2018 $7,832 $747,300 $0 $747,300
2017 $7,537 $711,700 $0 $711,700
2016 $7,527 $684,300 $0 $684,300
2015 $6,915 $571,000 $0 $571,000
2014 $6,747 $536,300 $0 $536,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73286195

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ROXB-000000-000009-000917-000008