388 Arborway

5,500 Sq. Ft.
$266 / Sq. Ft.
5,500
Sq. Ft.
$266
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This Victorian property offers history in the heart of Jamaica Plain. Designed by architect George Harvey, & updated into a Philadelphia walk up style, this multi family property boasts period details, 6 fireplaces, beautiful wood floors & trim, 2 substantial multi level units with over 2,150 sq/ft of living area, city views, private patios & garage parking. Unit 1 is 7 rms, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, den, 4 fireplaces & en-suite laundry. Unit 2 is 7 rooms, 4-5 bedrooms & 2 full baths. This unit also...This Victorian property offers history in the heart of Jamaica Plain. Designed by architect George Harvey, & updated into a Philadelphia walk up style, this multi family property boasts period details, 6 fireplaces, beautiful wood floors & trim, 2 substantial multi level units with over 2,150 sq/ft of living area, city views, private patios & garage parking. Unit 1 is 7 rms, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, den, 4 fireplaces & en-suite laundry. Unit 2 is 7 rooms, 4-5 bedrooms & 2 full baths. This unit also has en-suit laundry, 2 fireplaces & skyline city views. There is also a separate entrance in-law suite on the lower level, (above ground), that has 3 rooms, 1 bedroom & bath with separate laundry as well. Total income is $117,600. Walk to the T, Arnold Arboretum & JP center. With modern kitchens & baths, updated Lennox hi efficiency boilers, 2023 roof & 2018 siding & gutters, this property has it all.
  1. Listed by Mark Schwarz • Palmer Russell Company

Property Details for 388 Arborway

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Jamaica Plain
Area
MA-Boston-Jamaica Plain, MA-Boston
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
3
LISTING UPDATED: 08/20/2025 05:37 PM

Property Details for 388 Arborway

StatusSold
MLS #73377555
Days on Market49
Taxes$20,766 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti-family / 2 Family
Year Built1900
CountySuffolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Palmer Russell Company, Mark Schwarz

Sold By Groma Realty, LLC, Hayden Whitmore

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Building Information for 388 Arborway

Stories5Residences3Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,172 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,871 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,140

Property Taxes

$1,731

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 388 Arborway

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 5500.0
  • Color: Grey
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 3
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Garage Access
  • Num of Baths: 6.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 5
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Wood Burning
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Storage, Philadelphia, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Remodeled, Pantry, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry Room, Office/Den
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Lot Description: Sloped
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: City View(s)
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Common, Improved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Common, Improved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Common, Improved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Individually Metered
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Green Energy Generation: Solar
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: MWRA
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
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 Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Seller has not lived in the home for 10 years. Sold as is. All appliances remain as gifts. Long term tenants,some rents below market. Seller reserves the right to take the property off the market at any time.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: W:11 P:03337 S:000,1353454
  • Assessments: $1,793,300
  • Book: 41837
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 8
  • Total Living Levels: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Levels: 5
  • Cooling Units: 0
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Units: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
Income / Expenses
  • Annual Expenses Source: Tax Return
  • GOI: $117,600.00
  • Insurance: $6,500.00
  • GRE: $31,000
  • NOI: $86,600.00
  • Operating Expense: $31,000.00
  • WSE: $3,300.00
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit 1 Description
  • Floor U1: 1
  • Lease U1: Y
  • Levels U1: 2
Unit 2 Description
  • Floor U2: 2
  • Lease U2: Y
  • Levels U2: 2
Unit 3 Description
  • Lease U3: Y
  • Levels U3: 1
Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Total Actual Rent: $9,800.00

Property History for 388 Arborway

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 20, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73377555

$1,465,000—
Jul 8, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73377555

—
Jun 23, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73377555

—
May 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73377555

$1,795,000—
May 23, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #220580944

$169,000

-18.3% / yr

Nov 18, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #119973382

$420,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/20/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73377555

$1,465,000
07/08/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73377555

—
06/23/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73377555

—
05/20/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73377555

$1,795,000
05/23/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #220580944

$169,000

-18.3% / yr

11/18/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #119973382

$420,000

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Public Records for 388 Arborway

Taxable ValueLand$497,400Additions$1,295,900Total$1,793,300
Tax Record2025$20,766 ($1,730 / month)
Home Facts
Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt5,084 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,084 SqFtStories3Lot Size6,172 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1900ZoningR2CountySUFFOLKAPNJAMA W:11 P:03337 S:000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 388 Arborway

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 7 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Boston Teachers Union School
PublicPK to 8

The English High School
Public7 to 12

Margarita Muniz Academy
Public9 to 12

Community Academy
Public9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Palmer Russell Company, Mark Schwarz

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