159 Forest Hills St, Unit 1

Boston, MA 02130

$675,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1,097 Sq. Ft.
$615 / Sq. Ft.
1,097
Sq. Ft.
$615
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled in the heart of Jamaica Plain, this inviting 2-bed + den condo offers the perfect blend of comfort and charm. This home features beautifully updated interiors while still maintaining its original character including classic woodwork. The remodeled kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample storage. Your primary bedroom features a rare and spacious walk-in closet. A modern updated bathroom ensures comfort and convenience. Your generously sized living areas offer...Nestled in the heart of Jamaica Plain, this inviting 2-bed + den condo offers the perfect blend of comfort and charm. This home features beautifully updated interiors while still maintaining its original character including classic woodwork. The remodeled kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample storage. Your primary bedroom features a rare and spacious walk-in closet. A modern updated bathroom ensures comfort and convenience. Your generously sized living areas offer great natural light, with a cozy den or home office. Enjoy exceptional outdoor living with a pet-friendly fenced yard and both front and back decks. The property also comes with parking, adding extra convenience to city living. Recent property upgrades include: a remodeled bathroom, Miele in-unit laundry, and updated driveway spaces. This condo is perfectly positioned near Franklin Park, local shops, & the Green Street T station in one of Boston’s most desirable neighborhoods.
  1. Listed by Boston Top Properties Team • Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
  2. Listed by Brandon Fisher • Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline

Property Details for 159 Forest Hills Street, Unit 1

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Jamaica Plain
Area
MA-Boston-Jamaica Plain, MA-Boston
Architectural Style
Shingle
Style
Shingle
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
LISTING UPDATED: 04/16/2025 07:46 PM

Property Details for 159 Forest Hills Street, Unit 1

StatusSold
MLS #73338869
Days on Market13
Taxes$6,035 / year
HOA Fees$236
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1910
CountySuffolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline, Boston Top Properties Team; Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline, Brandon Fisher

Sold By Compass, Donahue Maley | Burns Team

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Building Information for 159 Forest Hills Street, Unit 1

Building/Complex159 Forest Hills StFloor1Stories1Residences3Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1910

Payment Calculator

$4,276 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,537

Property Taxes

$503

HOA Dues

$236

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 159 Forest Hills Street, Unit 1

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1097.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 3
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Converted: 2018
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Common Walls: Corner
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors, French Doors
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: French Doors, Window AC
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Covered, Storage Shed, Decorative Lighting, City View(s), Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Fenced Yard, Storage Shed, Decorative Lighting, Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Covered Patio/Deck
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Covered
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • View: City
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Bay, Lake/Pond, Ocean
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Deeded, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Deeded, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Deeded, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Oven
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:11 P:02962 S:002,4760589
  • Assessments: $553,700
  • Book: 61434
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: CD
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Units Owner Occupied: 3
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 1
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5

Property History for 159 Forest Hills Street, Unit 1

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 16, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1556053224

$675,000

+4.6% / yr

Apr 16, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73338869

$675,000—
Mar 11, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73338869

—
Mar 4, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73338869

—
Feb 26, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73338869

$635,000—
Jul 17, 2019

Sold

MLS PIN #72480391

$515,000—
May 2, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #649450602

$515,000

+6.3% / yr

Apr 16, 2019

Contingent

MLS PIN #72480391

—
Apr 10, 2019

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72480391

$495,000—
Apr 14, 2010

Sold

MLS PIN #71035874

$295,000—
Apr 13, 2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #287252208

$295,000

+5.4% / yr

Mar 10, 2010

Contingent

MLS PIN #71035874

—
Feb 22, 2010

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71035874

$289,900—
Nov 19, 2009

Canceled

MLS PIN #70990009

$279,000—
Oct 16, 2009

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70990009

$295,000—
Feb 1, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #156813940

$225,000

+15.5% / yr

Jul 23, 1998

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #99996512

$88,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/16/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1556053224

$675,000

+4.6% / yr

04/16/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73338869

$675,000
03/11/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73338869

—
03/04/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73338869

—
02/26/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73338869

$635,000
07/17/2019

Sold

MLS PIN #72480391

$515,000
05/02/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #649450602

$515,000

+6.3% / yr

04/16/2019

Contingent

MLS PIN #72480391

—
04/10/2019

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72480391

$495,000
04/14/2010

Sold

MLS PIN #71035874

$295,000
04/13/2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #287252208

$295,000

+5.4% / yr

03/10/2010

Contingent

MLS PIN #71035874

—
02/22/2010

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71035874

$289,900
11/19/2009

Canceled

MLS PIN #70990009

$279,000
10/16/2009

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70990009

$295,000
02/01/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #156813940

$225,000

+15.5% / yr

07/23/1998

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #99996512

$88,000

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

Public Records for 159 Forest Hills Street, Unit 1

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$605,300Total-
Tax Record2025$7,009 ($584 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,097 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,097 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,097 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1910Year Renovated1986ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNJAMA W:11 P:02962 S:002

Schools near 159 Forest Hills Street, Unit 1

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
Hernandez K-8 School
PublicPK to 8

The English High School
Public7 to 12

Community Academy
Public9 to 12

Egleston Community High School
Public9 to 12

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.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline, Boston Top Properties Team; Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline, Brandon Fisher

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