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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:
378
/ 1311
/ 217
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:
Single Family
PRICE:
$475,000
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Investors, don't miss this one! This property generates approx. $6,300.00 monthly. Location, location location.....bus stop a couple steps away takes you to MIT and BC. Walking distance to Harvard Square, Harvard University, library, park, grocery store and more. Biking distance to Northeastern. 4 off street parking spaces and plenty of on street parking without permit. Easy access to Mass Pike.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$525,000
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Delightful Victorian home set on an idyllic parklike setting. This home features 5 bedrooms, two full bathrooms and wonderful formal entertaining spaces. Wood-burning fireplace in dining room with leaded glass china cabinet, large entrance hall with settle and period details throughout home including stained-glass windows. Large rear deck and private driveway. Updated bathrooms and kitchen and a fenced yard are also features of this grand home.
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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:
Condo
PRICE:
$249,000
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Palatial Victorian 3-4+ Bedroom fully restored Condo boasts two full bathrooms an office and a nursery! This two level home feels like a single family with the convenience of condo living. The second and third floors offer a highly flexible floorplan with bedrooms on both levels, perfect for a multi-generational household. Grand entertaining rooms off of the Central Staircase Landing. Fireplaced Diningroom connects to Modern Kitchen . Laundry! Great investment rents for $2000 mo.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$229,000
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This 7 Room, 3 Bedroom Colonial is waiting for your vision to shine through! There are Hardwood Floors thru out and Natural wood, an oversize kitchen and a sunporch on the first floor. Close to public transportation and Roslindale Village. It is a Total Rehab being Sold "AS IS" there is No Kitchen and will not quality for FHA financing. This is a Short Sale and Buyer to sign Addendum with no changes.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$425,000
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A true gem across from the Boston Common this studio is an ideal in-town residence. The home offers an open floor plan and is steps from the many shops and restaurants of Beacon Hill and the downtown financial district. Recent renovations include a new kitchen with center island perfect for entertaining and a new bathroom. There is some very nice original detail including beautiful wide pine floors and a bay window overlooking one of the hidden gardens of Beacon Hill. Elevator building.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$379,000
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Well appointed 2BR/1BA condo tucked off Main Street at the top of a tree-lined, gas lit street. Spacious living room features beautiful pine flooring, original marble mantel, high ceilings & crown moldings. The maple, granite, stainless kitchen has direct access to a large enclosed private deck. Oversized master BR w/hardwood flooring, large windows and two closets. Second BR w/large closet. Updated bathroom with ceramic tile & granite vanity. Private storage, W/D.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$70,000
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GREAT CONDO IN HYDE PARK!! Features 2 Bedrooms & 1 Full Bathroom! Bright Kitchen with Wood Cabinets & White Appliances! Carpeted Living Room with Large Window! Two Spacious Carpeted Bedrooms & 1 Full Bathroom! Convenient location close to MBTA bus line with access to Emerald Necklace Parks, Hyde Park commuter rail station, Shopping & More! Off-Street Parking Spot! Will not last at this great price! See it today!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$70,000
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Single car garage at East 8th and M Street. treated as condo fee is 240 a year.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$259,900
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OPEN HOUSE Saturday 5/26 and Sunday 5/27 from 12-2 pm.CHATEU DIN CONDO. Charming first floor two bed unit in unique brick building on quiet street.Hardwood floors through out. High ceilings and spacious living room. Good size bedrooms. Common roof deck with gorgeous views. One car parking alongside the building included in price. Storage and laundry in building. Nice area with many amenities and transportation close by. A must see! Ideal for investors or first time buyers!!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$534,000
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Beautiful front floor facing unit, in Grande Brownstone, nice open floor plan, with Bay windows, crown moldings, high ceilings, hardwood floors, wainscotting, great Kitchen plenty of storage and built ins, luxury Bathroom with jacuzzi and double shower. laundry in unit, custom closets, walk in storage stereo wiring in each room. This is a great unit in a great location call today!
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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:
$262,000
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GARRISON HALL CONDOMINIUM- LUXURY STUDIO- HIGH FLOOR FACING FRONT- GREAT VIEWS- BUILT IN MURPHY BED- BEAUTIFUL HARD WOOD FLOORS- LIVE IN SUPER- 2 ELEVATORS- NEW LAUNDRY WITH SMART CARD SYSTEM- LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION- LIVE AT THE BASE OF THE PRUDENTIAL IN THE HEART OF COPLEY SQUARE- FIRST SHOWS START ON JUNE 1, 2012
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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:
$124,165
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Very nice 3 bedroom condo. Offers must include a BOA pre-approval or a proof of funds, If cash. Any and all offers are contingent upon receipt of a fully executed and mutually acceptable P & S, including all the seller's addendum. Good faith monies in escrow without a fully executed P & S agreement does not bind seller. Bank of America, N.A. employees and employees? household members of the Bank are prohibited from purchasing this property, whether directly or indirectly.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$329,900
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Completely renovated 3 Decker featuring vinyl siding, new double pane windows, newer heating system, all by gas, don't miss out on this one, will not last,
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$329,000
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PENTHOUSE unit with one private deck PLUS in-unit walk up to roof deck with stunning city views!! Newly renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counters. New bathroom with washer and dryer. Open floor plan living/dining room with real working fireplace. Hardwood floors throughout unit. First showings at Saturday open house from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$149,000
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This townhouse style unit is located at The Villages at Clarendon Hill condominium association, an adult community.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$174,900
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Priced well below assessed value! Large town house condo, 3 levels of living, with beautiful views from the top of Claridon Hill. A vibrant, mature community/complex that is well landscaped, private and boasts a large inground pool and pool/community house. The unit has is well appointed with baths on each level, cathedral ceailings, deck and spacious family room.as well as an extra room for storage or study..
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$3,250,000
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Rare opportunity to own a lovely brownstone in the historic grid of Back Bay. Units have wonderful woodwork, high ceilings, and period fireplaces with marble mantels. Compact main stairwell leaves the square footage of the building in the units. This building provides an excellent development opportunity or hold this property and just collect the ever-increasing rents. NO SHOWING UNTIL FIRST OH, WED May 30th.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$319,500
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DUPLEX STYLE SEPARATE entrances 2-family features Townhouse style unit on left side, with raised panel kitchens, hardwood floors, great millwork package including wainscoting and crown molding, stainless steel appliances, ceramic tile bathrooms, manicured landscaping, off street parking and driveway, great neighborhood. Great rent potential or owner occupied investment. Ashmont Hill Area. Steps to Ashmont / Peabody Sq Red Line T stop.
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