NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $678,580 - $724,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,020 Sq Ft
$200/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold July 15, 2022

Last sale price $674,000 $661 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,483/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Custom Closet System
  • Property is near public transit
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • 4-minute walk to Franklin Park - The Steading

About This Home

As of July 2022

Sunny & spacious this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, one bathroom home is located in the Parkside neighborhood of Jamaica Plain. The highly desired open floor plan offers a great flow from the living room to the dining room to the chef’s kitchen that features warm cherry cabinets, newer stainless appliances, granite countertops & breakfast bar – great for entertaining. There’s also an updated marble bath, in-unit laundry, high ceilings, wood floors thru-out, and plenty of basement storage. Many building updates include a newer roof, freshly painted front hallway, and lovely landscaped backyard just in time for those bar-b-qs. Close to the "T", Franklin Park, and all that JP has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ellen Grubert

Compass Listed on: 05/18/2022

Compass

Co-Listed By

Janis Lippman

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Beacon Group

Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,194

Year Built

  • Built in 1905

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $200 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Frame Construction
  • Blown-In Insulation
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,020 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Insulated Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 100 Amp Service

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:11 P:02485 S:004,4590683

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure
  • 3 Units
  • 78 Forest Hills St Condominium Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,194

Year Built

Built in 1905

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$200 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Transaction Broker: 1
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 120
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Balcony - Exterior
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 120
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 156
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
  • Room Dining Room Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Area: 156
  • Room Kitchen Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Kitchen Area: 132
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Living Room Area: 168
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan
  • Basement: Y
  • Living Area: 1020
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 587.25
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 660.78
  • MAIN SO: AN6181
  • Insulation: Blown In

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Garden
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • SEWAGE DISTRICT: MWRA
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 200
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 2
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:11 P:02485 S:004,4590683
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4262
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 3
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2193.62
  • Tax Book Number: 60478

Multi Family

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 20, 2025
Sold by
Kern Joshua and Sessa Sarah
Bought by
78 Forest Hls St Unit 2 R and Kern
Current Estimated Value
$698,895

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 18, 2022
Closed on
Jul 14, 2022
Sold by
Nevin Matthew and Nevin Melanie
Bought by
Kern Joshua and Sessa Sarah
Seller's Agent
Ellen Grubert
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Beacon Group
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$674,000
Premium/Discount to List
$75,000
12.52%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.12%
Original Mortgage
$572,900
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 4, 2018
Closed on
Nov 30, 2018
Sold by
Serrano Marjorie and Serrano Miguel
Bought by
Nevin Malanie and Nevin Matthew
Seller's Agent
Francis Hoy
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Buyer's Agent
Ellen Grubert
Compass
List Price
$509,000
Sold Price
$535,000
Premium/Discount to List
$26,000
5.11%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.59%
Original Mortgage
$454,750
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
78 Forest Hls St Unit 2 R -- None Available
78 Forest Hls St Unit 2 R -- None Available
Kern Joshua $674,000 None Available
Kern Joshua $674,000 None Available
Nevin Malanie $535,000 --
Nevin Malanie $535,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Kern Joshua $572,900
Previous Owner Nevin Malanie $454,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/15/2022 07/15/22 Sold $674,000 +12.5% $661 / Sq Ft
05/23/2022 05/23/22 Pending -- -- --
05/18/2022 05/18/22 For Sale $599,000 +12.0% $587 / Sq Ft
11/30/2018 11/30/18 Sold $535,000 +5.1% $525 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/10/2018 10/10/18 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2018 10/04/18 For Sale $509,000 -- $499 / 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 $7,051 $608,900 $0 $608,900
2024 $6,120 $561,500 $0 $561,500
2023 $5,742 $534,600 $0 $534,600
2022 $5,488 $504,400 $0 $504,400
2021 $5,126 $480,400 $0 $480,400
2020 $4,975 $471,100 $0 $471,100
2019 $4,716 $447,400 $0 $447,400
2018 $4,551 $434,300 $0 $434,300
2017 $4,340 $409,800 $0 $409,800
2016 $4,213 $383,000 $0 $383,000
2015 $3,836 $316,800 $0 $316,800
2014 $3,758 $298,700 $0 $298,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72983407

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: JAMA-000000-000011-002485-000004