Charming and perfectly proportioned one-bedroom residence with private deck in an unbeatable Bay Village location, just steps from the Boston Common and Public Garden. The front-facing living room features custom built-ins and abundant natural light. The bedroom offers excellent storage with two closets and a custom built-in bureau. The kitchen is bright and functional, equipped with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Additional highlights include a thoughtfully renovated bathroom, hardwood floors, and original moldings throughout. Well maintained building with complimentary common laundry. A wonderful opportunity to own in one of Boston’s most convenient, centrally located and sought-after neighborhoods!
For sale
Price cut: $20K (6/3)
$579,000
12 Melrose St APT 3, Boston, MA 02116
1beds
415sqft
Condominium, Rowhouse
Built in 1837
-- sqft lot
$570,400 Zestimate®
$1,395/sqft
$273/mo HOA
What's special
Private deckHardwood floorsGranite countertopsStainless steel appliancesCustom built-in bureauOriginal moldings throughoutCustom built-ins
- 74 days |
- 420 |
- 26 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Steven Cohen Team 617-861-3636,
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay 617-542-0012,
Barrie Stavis 978-973-3229
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73499221
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Electric Baseboard
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 415
- Total interior livable area: 415 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 415
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
Lot
- Size: 415 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:05 P:00177 S:006,3357938
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Rowhouse
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1837
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Laundromat, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Amenities included: Hot Water, Laundry
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance
- HOA fee: $273 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,395/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $535,700
- Annual tax amount: $6,696
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
Estimated market value
$570,400
$542,000 - $599,000
$2,654/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2026 | Price change | $579,000-3.3%$1,395/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000+21%$1,443/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73499221 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2017 | Sold | $495,000+2.9%$1,193/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2016 | Listing removed | $481,000$1,159/sqft |
Source: Keliher Real Estate #72088335 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2016 | Listed for sale | $481,000+18.2%$1,159/sqft |
Source: Keliher Real Estate #72088335 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2015 | Listing removed | $2,700$7/sqft |
Source: New Wave Boston Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2015 | Listed for rent | $2,700$7/sqft |
Source: New Wave Boston Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2015 | Sold | $407,000+7.4%$981/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2015 | Pending sale | $379,000$913/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Boston - Metro #71845905 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2015 | Listed for sale | $379,000$913/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay #71845905 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,203 +10% | $535,700 +3.6% |
| 2024 | $5,637 +4.6% | $517,200 +3% |
| 2023 | $5,390 +3.6% | $501,900 +5% |
| 2022 | $5,201 +2% | $478,000 |
| 2021 | $5,100 +7.1% | $478,000 +6% |
| 2020 | $4,760 +3.2% | $450,800 +3% |
| 2019 | $4,613 +6.6% | $437,700 +6% |
| 2018 | $4,328 +340.8% | $413,000 +6% |
| 2017 | $982 -75% | $389,700 +9.2% |
| 2016 | $3,927 +2.3% | $357,000 +12.7% |
| 2015 | $3,838 +4.9% | $316,900 +9% |
| 2014 | $3,658 +1.5% | $290,800 +6% |
| 2013 | $3,604 +5.3% | $274,300 +4.5% |
| 2012 | $3,422 +2% | $262,400 |
| 2011 | $3,356 +7.7% | $262,400 |
| 2010 | $3,117 +14% | $262,400 +2% |
| 2009 | $2,734 -3.1% | $257,200 |
| 2008 | $2,821 -0.2% | $257,200 |
| 2007 | $2,827 | $257,200 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Bay Village
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Josiah Quincy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Quincy Upper SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- NABoston Adult AcademyGrades: 11-12Distance: 0.1 mi
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- Suffolk County
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- Bay Village
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