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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:
296
/ 1079
/ 223
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:
$279,900
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In the heart of everything & just a stone's throw from shops, restaurants, hospitals, schools & transportation. Come see this completely redone duplex just being converted to a townhome. Kitchen has new maple cabinets, S/S appliances, ceramic tile floor & access to exterior. Living room enjoys nice natural light & hardwood floors; bath/shower has extensive tile work. Upstairs you?ll find 3 bedrooms with all new carpet and paint. In-unit laundry & new windows. Could rent easily in this location
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$219,000
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Cheery, light-filled, front facing one bedroom unit at Sutherland Village. Open floor plan, spacious living room with beam ceiling, sun-filled eat-in-kitchen with pretty tile and many updates, large bedroom with double closet, hardwood floors throughout and high ceilings. Live-in-super, strong association, pool, pet friendly, steps to Brookline line and three T lines.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$699,900
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Mountfort Place. The largest 2 bed/2 bath in the complex - w/ garage parking - presents an exceedingly rare opportunity in The Fenway/Longwood, Audubon Circle/BU neighborhood.14 windows on a southwest corner exposure offer beautiful light & air. Open-plan living/kitchen/dining, spacious 13x13 master suite w/ walk-in closet. Central air, elevator, fitness room. Built in 2005, a boutique residence in a fabulous location centered btwn Brookline, Back Bay, Fenway/Longwood & Cambridge. Won't last!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$449,000
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This sun filled, renovated and extended Colonial has 3 bedrooms, plus a bonus room currently used as a nursery, 3 bathrooms, a finished basement and newer kitchen. There is an open floor plan and a new second floor deck. The location is perfect for commuters, as the bus stops not too far from the front door.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$279,900
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Oasis in West Roxbury, beautiful 2nd floor unit, like new condition. Enclosed front porch, large living room, formal dining room with built in hutch, gourmet kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, pantry with laundry hook ups. Gleaming hardwood floors thru out, newer windows, heating system, blown in insulation and more. Back deck and furnished patio, Lawn mower, snow blower and weed whacker included. 1 car garage and located on the bus line, walk to T stop, don?t miss this.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$233,000
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Dont wait for long. .Sold "AS IS" All offers are contingent upon receipt of a fully executed and mutually acceptable purchase & sale agreement. Including any and all of the seller's addendums. Sold as is. Please allowed at lease seven business day for seller response. The buyer's agent will receive a $2000 sales incentive at closing for offers accepted and closed by 3/31/2012.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$299,900
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This is an unbelievable opportunity to buy a triple decker in Roslindale for a great price.Newer windows, roof, heating systems, electric, hardwood floors, great rental history. This is a short sale, lots of notice needed for tenants, email all showing requests. Don't miss out on this one.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,425,000
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1st Showing @ OH 2/12, 12-2pm. 46 Eliot. Grand, sought-after home, steps from Jamaica Pond! Treasures abound in 12+ rooms: 6+ fireplaces, artisan woodwork & more. Foyer, living room, formal dining, splendid custom, eat-in kitchen w/professional-grade appliances; family & bonus rooms. 6 Bedrooms, 3.5 baths incl. 2 suites. Deck, sprawling yard, 2-car garage. Walk to JP's best parks, rest, shops & services + easy access to downtown, Longwood Medical & private schools. Country estate in the city!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$399,000
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PREMIER EAST SIDE 2 BEDROOM 2 BATH! CLASSIC RENOVATION OFFERS DESIRABLE OPEN FLOOR PLAN WITH CHERRY KITCHEN INCLUDING STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES AND GRANITE COUNTERS, EXPRESSO HARDWOOD FLOORS, CENRAL AIR, IN-UNIT LAUNDRY, GAS FIREPLACE AND FINISH CARPENTRY INCLUDING CROWN MOULDING, BUILT-IN BOOKCASES AND WAINSCOTING. KING SIZE MASTER SUITE WITH WALK-IN CLOSET AND MARBLE BATH, DEEDED STORAGE AND DECK! * ADDITIONAL PHOTOS TO BE POSTED SOON*
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$399,000
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Sumner Hill attached single family home with charm and character. Leaded & stained glass windows decorate the vestibule and the spacious living room is accented by a built in China cabinet and wood burning stove. A large eat-in-kitchen easily accommodates a dining table and opens directly to a back deck and private yard. An open staircase brings you to the second floor with two large bedrooms and large renovated bath w/ heated tile floor, glass shower stall & separate whirlpool tub.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$399,000
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Sumner Hill attached single family home with charm and character. Leaded & stained glass windows decorate the vestibule and the spacious living room is accented by a built in China cabinet and wood burning stove. A large eat-in-kitchen easily accommodates a dining table and opens directly to a back deck and private yard. An open staircase brings you to the second floor with two large bedrooms and large renovated bath w/ heated tile floor, glass shower stall & separate whirlpool tub.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$130,000
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Recently updated condo in the city features newer windows, enclosed porch, and open floor plan. The property is convenient to public transportation and area amenities. At this price is it more affordable to own than rent.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$199,000
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Great 1 bedroom unit with deeded parking, full basement for storage & laundry, excellent closet space & deck for grilling. Professionally managed. Walk to bus, T and shops. City of Boston Affordable unit with income restrictions. Buyer must be approved by City & meet HUD guidelines: 1 person = $44,950 & 2 people = $51,400. Asset and debt limits as well, please ask LA for more information.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$595,000
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Rarely available, stunning, renovated, high floor corner two bedroom two bathroom with spectacular panoramic views of the Charles River, Zakim Bridge, and Bunker Hill Monument. Open design kitchen with marbleized granite counters boasts a dining bar. Entertainment sized living room. Spacious bedrooms and enormous closet space throughout. Gleaming wood floors. In addition, enclosed balcony can be used as an office or guest room. Two classic bathrooms complete this one of a kind home.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$255,000
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Luxurious studio, top floor condo, overlooking the park plus the furniture is included with sale! This unit features granite counters stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, microwave, gas cooking, hardwood floors, ultra sunny, laundry in building, and low condo fees too. Great condominium for somebody going to the colleges of Fenway, NU, Berklee or somebody working at Longwood!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$2,869,000
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This exceptional Penthouse raises the bar for luxury living. The boutique condo building offers the ultimate in luxury city lifestyle without the distraction of doormen or the density of larger buildings. Direct elevator access opens to the residence featuring intricate custom architecture and contemporary elegance. A perfect home for entertaining guests, the property boasts a huge private terrace with expansive city views, and top of the line amenities. Truly one of a kind..
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$435,000
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Located in a beautiful Victorian brownstone in the heart of the South End, this is a huge 1 bed plus oversized den/office/interior bedroom! Ready to move into! Hardwood floors & recessed lighting. Open living room/kitchen/entertaining space. Large sliding glass doors to beautiful patio/garden. Kitchen appliances include a Miele cooktop and D/W, Jenn-Air wall oven, GE profile refrigerator. Laundry in unit, pet-friendly! Close to great South End hot spots and public transportation
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$269,000
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This is a 2005 renovation with an open floor-plan located near countless neighborhood amenities like shops, restaurants, cafes, groceries, easy public transportation (Copley Sq. in 20 minutes!), etc... Just to give you an idea, it's less than a mile from Roslindale Village and right in the heart of West Roxbury Center! Turn-key condition with granite/stainless kitchen! ! First-time buyers can own a condo for less than renting!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$1,125,000
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Back Bay gem! Bright and elegant, renovated/huge (1958 sq ft) 3br/2.5ba parlor-duplex on charming Marlborough St. High ceilings w/classic moldings. Gracious, large, wainscoted LR/DR designed for entertaining. 4 hand carved fireplaces. Hardwood floors throughout. Lg bedrooms. Beautiful marble European baths w/tile and granite.Spa bath in mbr. Closets galore. W/D in unit. Walking distance to everything. Easy access to MA Pike. A must see. Large parking space w/direct entrance included in price.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$595,000
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In the heart of JP on quaint Sumner Hill St., close to the Center, Green St. T and several parks. This young brick townhouse has an open living on the first floor, perfect for entertaining, with a gas fireplace and a spacious patio . The 2nd floor has two good sized bedrooms and a full bath with Jacuzzi tub. There is a large 3rd floor Master suite with a private deck and wonderful views. The basement has a finished family room that is wired for surround sound. Parking right outside your door.
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