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Last Sold Price
4 beds2,010 sqft$264/sqft
98 Forbes St, Boston, MA 02130
Single FamilyProperty Type
2,772 sq ftLot Size
1905Year Built
$264/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Rare SF in hip HYDE SQUARE near JP’s new Whole Foods! Ren in 2005, w/ old world charm: high ceilings, bow windows, original wood trim, ornamental fireplace, built-in hutch. Ample kitchen, spacious living and dining rooms, a gracious porch, & fenced in yard. 4 generous BR and 3 full BA incl Master Suite w/ a large bath, walk-in closet & laundry. Updated electrical, gas heating, cent air. Close to T, Centre Street shops & restaurants, Longwood Medical. Close to community garden, & playground.Rare SF in hip HYDE SQUARE near JP’s new Whole Foods! Ren in 2005, w/ old world charm: high ceilings, bow windows, original wood trim, ornamental fireplace, built-in hutch. Ample kitchen, spacious living and dining rooms, a gracious porch, & fenced in yard. 4 generous BR and 3 full BA incl Master Suite w/ a large bath, walk-in closet & laundry. Updated electrical, gas heating, cent air. Close to T, Centre Street shops & restaurants, Longwood Medical. Close to community garden, & playground.

Listing Agents

  1. Ellen Grubert

    Ellen Grubert

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617) 256-8455

    M: (617) 256-8455

  2. Janis Lippman

    Janis Lippman

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617) 869-0496

    M: (617) 869-0496

Listing closed: 05/23/2012 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 71350994

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$850,000

Avg days on market

49

Sale-to-list ratio

97.5%

Boston, MA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Ellen Grubert; Compass, Janis Lippman

Sold By Taylor House Realty, Sarah Swartz

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Property Information for 98 Forbes Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,407 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Boston
  • MLS Area: Jamaica Plain
  • Area: MA-Boston-Jamaica Plain, MA-Boston
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Lot Size: 0.06 AC / 2,772 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2010.0
  • Color: Blue
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Porch
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Rubber
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: MWRA
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 182.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 14.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 144.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 180.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Bedroom3 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Third
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 156.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Bedroom4 Width: 13.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 208.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck
  • Dining Room Length: 16.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 13.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 169.0
  • Kitchen Features: Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 13.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 238.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Living Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 14.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: none
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:10 P:02517 S:000,1349664
  • Assessments: $387,400
  • Book: 37312
  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Zoning: RES
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Foundation Area: 999999.0
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.75
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.75

Property History for 98 Forbes Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 23, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #331349158

$531,000

+1.3% / yr

May 23, 2012

Sold

MLS PIN #71350994

$531,000
Apr 17, 2012

Contingent

MLS PIN #71350994

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/23/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #331349158

$531,000

+1.3% / yr

05/23/2012

Sold

MLS PIN #71350994

$531,000
04/17/2012

Contingent

MLS PIN #71350994

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 98 Forbes Street

Taxable ValueLand$220,200Additions$729,900Total$950,100
Tax Record2025$11,002 ($917 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,063 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,063 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,772 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1905Year Renovated2014ZoningR1CountySUFFOLKAPNJAMA W:10 P:02517 S:000

Schools near 98 Forbes Street

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
John F Kennedy Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Curley K-8 School
PublicPK to 8

Egleston Community High School
Public9 to 12

Mendell Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Jamaica Plain
Jamaica Plain
A prideful neighborhood rich with art, culture, and natural beauty. Rich in culture and diversity, Jamaica Plain prides itself on its mix of residents and sense of community.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 98 Forbes Street, Boston, MA 02130
$531,000
4
2,010
2,772
$266,000
2
1.5
1,350
6,016
$107,000
2
2,288
3,210
$755,000
3
1,220
$725,000
3
1,358
$610,000
5
4
2,166

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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Ellen Grubert; Compass, Janis Lippman

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