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Boston is an historic city of contrasts. Ancient red-brick sidewalks twist past handsome Federalist houses on the way to soaring glass towers housing state-of-the-art technology. The sports teams are the best loved and the most hated at one and the same time. Residents are fiercely protective of their neighborhoods and fiercely critical of the MBTA, the government and the weather.
In the harbors of Boston lie both the majestic U.S.S. Constitution, still commissioned to fight America's battles, and scores of sleek white fiberglass pleasure boats.
There are tiny restaurants tucked into rosy brick town houses on Beacon Hill and huge restaurants on the dizzying tops of skyscrapers in the downtown. Food ranges from the most radical of nouvelle chic to downhome Cajun. Boston is a diverse modern city of neighborhoods.
From the North End to Bay Village, Back Bay to the South End, Jamaica Plain to Charlestown, thecity shows its diversity of populations, of languages, of foods and philosophies. Immigrants from every corner of the globe have been welcomed by the city and re-shaped into Americans whose memories and customs enrich the community.
Boston is a city where politics is everyone's hobby but sports are taken very seriously; where you can hear six different languages in Filene's Basement in one morning; where the world's largest record store and the stately dome of the Mother Church of Christian Science are in the same neighborhood, and where gilded stone lions and a towering 60-story wedge of glass comfortably rub shoulders.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
154 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
163 |
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8th Grade Math: |
169 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
179 |
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8th Grade Science: |
182 |
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4th Grade Math: |
213 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
230 |
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Spending/Student:
$11,795
Average SAT scores:
1349
Student/Teacher Ratios:
11.7 to 1
Community
Population:599,351 Median Income in town: $51,688 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 47.3 / 1,000
Violent: 12.2 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
4
/ 56
/ 10
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $335,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $380,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -13%
Avg single family tax bill:
$3,093
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Back Bay Bellevue (Needham Line) Fairmount (Fairmount Line) Forest Hills (Needham Line) Highland (Needham Line) Hyde Park (Franklin Line) Hyde Park (Providence/Stoughton Line) JFK/Umass Morton Street (Fairmount Line) North Station Readville (Fairmount Line) Roslindale Village (Needham Line) Ruggles South Station Uphams Corner Station (Fairmount Line) West Roxbury (Needham Line) Yawkey
Subway info:
Red Line Green Line Orange Line Blue Line
Bus lines:
1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 34E, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 47, 48, 50, 51, 52, 55, 57, 60, 65, 66, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 95, 110, 111, 112, 114, 116, 117, 118
Miles to Boston:
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Drive time to Boston (minutes):
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Rail time to Boston:
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$185,000
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GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY IN BRIGHTON! 1 bedroom with open layout. Private rear deck walks out to in ground pool. A great cash flow investment, or add a few cosmetic touches for a gorgeous owner occupied unit. Close in time for summer and enjoy the pool at your disposal. Easy access to everything. Between Washington St and Cleveland Circle. PRICED TO SELL, will go quick!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$409,000
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Historic(1865)Attached single family.Vintage architecture.Large/formal dining-room.Grand foyer.High ceilings.Gleaming hardwood floors.2 large bedrooms.Cedar closets in all 3 bedrooms.Historic curved staircase.Well cared-for kitchen.Large custom Anderson windows. 2011 architectural roof. 2007 heating system. Mud room, private back yard.Very large driveway that holds 4 cars, and 2 car garage. Access to Cambridge, MA Pike and Downtown. First showings at open house,Sunday May 27. 12 to 2.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$286,000
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Located in a very desirable area, right on the Brighton/Newton line. This unit is considered one of the larger units within this complex and is the only one to have central air conditioning. Off the bathroom is an area which at one time was utilized as a steam room (This area is currently utilized as a large storage area). Modern kitchen and bath are in good condition. Floors, walls, and ceilings are also in good condition. Easy access to downtown via express bus.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$219,000
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Outstanding renovations thru out. Abundant kitchen cabinetry & intelligent use of space allow for cooking enjoyment. Balcony off kitchen. European style renovated tile bath. Fantastic layout separates bedroom from entertaining areas (living room, dining area & kitchen). Generous closet space. Both buildings have new roofs as of March 2012. Heat to be converted to gas & replaced summer 2012- already paid for. A+ location 1 block to T, shops, dining, chestnut hill reservoir.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$576,000
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SUNDAY'S OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED. Situated on a level lot and abutted on three sides by well maintained properties, this two family has many great features including recently replaced furnaces (gas forced hot air), windows and roof. Both apartments have excellent floorplans with hardwood floors in both.2nd floor has enclosed porch.Easy access to Storrow Dr, Mass Pike, Harvard Square and the Charles River.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$39,000
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Garage Parking Space for sale. Space G-19 - remote control door. Currently rented for $200 through 8/31/12 - located in low rise at 165 Chestnut Hill Ave. Rarely available - rented below market
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$39,000
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Garage Parking Space for sale. Space G-19 - remote control door. Currently rented for $200 through 8/31/12 - located in low rise at 165 Chestnut Hill Ave. Rarely available - rented below market
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$147,900
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Spacious STUDIO in Towne Lyne House Condominium located minutes from the Mass Pike & the express bus to Boston. This condo association has a live in superintendent, elevator, laundry facility, pool & many recent building updates. Balconies in the process of being rebuilt and unit ceilings will be restored. High owner occupancy. Pet Friendly!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$254,000
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Penthouse corner unit with two spacious bedrooms, one bathroom on Brighton/Brookline border. Living room with recessed lighting and open layout, updated kitchen, lots of closet space. Professionally managed condo association that includes outdoor pool and laundry facility. One deeded parking space included. Great opportunity for first-time buyer or investor! First Open House: Sunday, May 27 12:30-2pm.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$239,900
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convenient Cleveland Circle location. maple cabinetry, granite countertops, hardwood floors. walk to MBTA Green line, close to shopping, restaurants. condo fees include heat, water/sewer, master insurance. new roof 2007, paint/new carpet in common areas 2008, window frames for the whole building 2009, new pavement/concrete for outside of building 2011
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$495,000
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Sun-filled renovated Brighton Center single family home offers spacious bedrms & 1½ baths. 1st flr: oversized living rm, separate dining rm w/box window, ½ bath, enclosed front porch w/separate office, renovated kitchen w/granite counters & gas cooking, opens to flat fenced backyard w/private deck. 2nd flr: 4+ bedrooms & renovated full bath. Hardwood floors throughout, freshly painted, updated windows, 3 car paved parking. Convenient to public transportation & all the Washington St has to offer.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$349,900
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Spectacular view. Large bedrooms. New Floors Carpet upstairs, wood downstairs. Skylight. Wash/Dryer in the unit. Great income property, or owner occupant. Pet friendly . deeded parking.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$795,000
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Prime location. Walk to Brookline line and Cleveland Circle, rarely available three family. First floor unit on two levels with two full baths. High ceilings, Natural wood, hardwood floors. Third floor unit recently renovated. New roof, back stairs and deck. 6 parking spaces rented out for $125 each per month. On three T. Lines. Won?t last.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$211,000
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Fantastic 1 bedroom (split style) with updates throughout the condo including a new kitchen and Laundry in Unit! Excellent location with a 86 Walk score rating! Hardwood floors throughout, updated Kitchen Counter tops, cabinets, back splash and appliances. Bathroom has updated Vanity and newer fixtures. Insulated windows, professional onsite management and great common OUTDOOR OASIS perfect for grilling. THIS WILL GO QUICKLY! 1st showing at the Open House Sunday between 11-1 Sunday May 20th
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$279,000
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Large sunny 1 bedroom condo in high owner occupancy building. Quiet neighborhood on the Brookline line (Aberdeen District near Cleveland Circle). High ceilings, oak floors,updated granite kitchen with dishwasher, gas cooking,deeded parking space#31. Laundry and storage available. Elevator in building, prof managed, resident super, Convenient to B,C &D lines. Pet friendly!!!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$219,900
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Delightful one bedroom unit with spectacular light. Charming eat-in-kitchen with tasteful updates, spacious living room with many large windows, high ceilings, hardwood floors, good closet space with organizers, pretty paint colors, elevator building, live-in-super, laundry in complex, steps to all three T lines, restaurants, shops and the new Starbucks in Cleveland Circle. Enjoy summer by the pool!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$479,000
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Sunny single family, in a quiet residential area, minutes from Oak Square and Brighton Center. The updated kitchen is fully applianced, with gas cooking, dishwasher, disposal and tons of storage space. Large living room and a separate dining room area, great for entertaining. Two floors of living space, with two full baths. Large sunroom at the front of the home. Two car garage, large driveway and a fenced in yard. Additional in-law suite, in the lower level, with full bath.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$205,000
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Sunny unit in great location!! Overlooking Chestnut Hill Ave. Unit is in good condition, with newly installed light fixtures and kitchen cabinets, modern floor tiles. Walk to Cleveland Circle and the green lines B, C and D, shops, restaurants etc...Rented until 8/31/12 for $1150/mo.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$599,000
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Significant monthly cash flow! Wonderful owner occupant home and/or investment property. Many updates within the past decade include newer windows and roof. Sensible layouts. Kitchens are large and facilitate the 'eat-in' capability. Mostly hardwood floors throught. This corner lot is in a great overall location with fantastic neighbors. Basement is shared and includes two sets of washers and dryers. Close to everything especially Oak Square and all the bus lines. Don't ... miss ... out!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$740,000
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Built in 1898 by reknowned Boston architect Edward Little Rogers, this Colonial Revival is located in the Aberdeen Architectural Conservation District. This residence, in need of renovations, has three floors of living with generous size rooms and beautiful period detail. There are eight bedrooms and three full baths. Buyers are to do due diligence prior to submitting an offer. Any offers are to be reviewed on Tuesday May 29. Subject to license to sell.
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