$575,000
PENDING $20K PRICE DROP

85 Jamaica St Unit 2 Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Jamaica Plain Neighborhood

Estimated payment $3,912/month

Total Views 8,528
2 Beds
1 Bath
993 Sq Ft
$579 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit
  • Jogging Path
  • Custom Closet System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Balcony

About This Home

Discover this sun-filled 2-bedroom condo nestled in the desirable Arboretum neighborhood, offering a blend of comfort and convenience. The open living and dining floor plan creates a welcoming space, complemented by a kitchen with a pantry. Both bedrooms are generously sized. Enjoy the fresh air from your private front/rear balconies and appreciate the added character of built-in shelves in the dining room. This unit also features a new heating system, additional basement storage, and convenient in-building laundry. Step outside to a common fenced yard adorned with mature plantings, creating a serene outdoor space. Relax on the front porch with unobstructed skyline views of Boston. Plenty of street parking avail without the need for a permit. Pets welcome. With its prime location, you're just moments away from Forest Hill T Stop, bus line directly to Longwood Medical, rt 9, and vibrant neighborhood shops/restaurants. Schedule your appointment today!

Listing Agent

Shao Realty Group

RE/MAX Executive Realty Listed on: 04/30/2025

RE/MAX Executive Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,172

Year Built

  • Built in 1905

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area

HOA Fees

  • $250 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 993 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Light Fixtures
  • Bay Window
  • Insulated Doors
  • Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Custom Closet System
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

Parking

  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Croft Elementary School
  • Boston Teachers Middle School
  • Community High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Individual Controls for Heating
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:11 P:03465 S:004,1347095

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance
  • 3 Units
  • 85 Jamaica Street Condominiums Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Storm Windows

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,172

Year Built

Built in 1905

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$250 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper,Front,Back)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 169
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 156
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 180
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood, Balcony - Exterior, Pantry
  • Room Kitchen Area: 234
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Common Area, In Building
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 182
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Balcony - Exterior
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 993
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 993
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • MAIN LO: BB1175
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 579.05
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 579.05

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Balcony
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Laundry
  • Association Fee: 250
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 2
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:11 P:03465 S:004,1347095
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Area: 0.02
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 993
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 207
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6172
  • Tax Book Number: 51209

Multi Family

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

MLS Schools

  • High School: Community
  • Elementary School: Croft
  • Middle Or Junior School: Boston Teachers

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Source: Public Records

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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 $6,172 $533,000 $0 $533,000
2024 $5,611 $514,800 $0 $514,800
2023 $5,264 $490,100 $0 $490,100
2022 $5,031 $462,400 $0 $462,400
2021 $4,698 $440,300 $0 $440,300
2020 $4,123 $390,400 $0 $390,400
2019 $3,956 $375,300 $0 $375,300
2018 $3,819 $364,400 $0 $364,400
2017 $3,641 $343,800 $0 $343,800
2016 $3,534 $321,300 $0 $321,300
2015 $3,641 $300,700 $0 $300,700
2014 $3,568 $283,600 $0 $283,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/03/2025 06/03/25 Pending -- -- --
05/16/2025 05/16/25 Price Changed $575,000 -3.4% $579 / Sq Ft
04/30/2025 04/30/25 For Sale $595,000 +85.9% $599 / Sq Ft
03/29/2013 03/29/13 Sold $320,000 +8.5% $322 / Sq Ft
02/11/2013 02/11/13 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2013 02/06/13 For Sale $294,900 -- $297 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Not Resolvable $320,000 --
Deed $132,000 --
Deed $93,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $0 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Open $272,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $90,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $83,700 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73367310

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: JAMA-000000-000011-003465-000004

Massachusetts Suffolk County Jamaica Plain 02130 Jamaica Plain

85 Jamaica St Unit 2, Jamaica Plain, MA

This home is located at 85 Jamaica St Unit 2, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 and is currently priced at $575,000, approximately $579 per square foot. This property was built in 1905. 85 Jamaica St Unit 2 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including The Croft School - Jamaica Plain and Meridian Academy.

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