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  • $768,600

    78 Forest Hills St #3, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

    3beds
    1,054sqft
    Condominium
    Built in 1905
    -- sqft lot
    $768,600 Zestimate®
    $729/sqft
    $3,645 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $768,600

    $730,000 - $807,000

    $3,645/mo

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    What's special

    Private basement storageNewer roofNewer vanityOpen floor planHigh ceilingsButcher block countertopsAmple cabinetry

    Sunny & spacious this beautifully updated penthouse 3 bedroom, one bathroom home with off-street parking, is located in the Parkside neighborhood of Jamaica Plain. The highly desired open floor plan offers a great flow from the living room to the dining room to the chef’s kitchen that features butcher block countertops, stainless appliances, ample cabinetry & a breakfast bar – great for entertaining. There’s also an updated fully tiled bath with newer vanity, in-unit laundry, high ceilings, recessed lighting wood floors thru-out, private front and rear porches, and plenty of private basement storage. Many building updates include a newer roof, a recently painted front hallway, and a lovely landscaped backyard just in time for those bar-b-qs. Close to the "T", Franklin Park, the emerging Washington St corridor and all that JP has to offer.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Ellen & Janis Team 617-869-0496,

    Compass 617-206-3333,

    Janis Lippman 617-869-0496

    Bought with:

    Sladjana Zivkovic-Vukovic

    Leading Edge Real Estate

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73112486

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 156
    • Dimensions: 13 x 12
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 120
    • Dimensions: 12 x 10
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Balcony - Exterior
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 120
    • Dimensions: 12 x 10
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: No
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    Dining room
    • Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 156
    • Dimensions: 13 x 12
    Kitchen
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 132
    • Dimensions: 12 x 11
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 168
    • Dimensions: 14 x 12
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    • Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
    • Windows: Insulated Windows
    • Has basement: Yes
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,054
    • Total interior livable area: 1,054 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Off Street, Deeded, Paved, Exclusive Parking
    • Uncovered spaces: 1
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
    • Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Garden
    Lot
    • Size: 4,262 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: W:11 P:02485 S:006,1351362
    • Zoning: RES

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Condo
    • Property subtype: Condominium
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Roof: Rubber
    Condition
    • Year built: 1905
    • Major remodel year: 2006

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Thermostat

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
    HOA
    • Amenities included: Garden Area
    • Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
    • HOA fee: $200 monthly
    Location
    • Region: Jamaica Plain

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $729/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $570,200
    • Annual tax amount: $2,683
    • Date on market: 1/17/2026
    • Exclusions: None.

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/28/2023Sold$740,000+9.6%$702/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73112486 Report a problem
    5/23/2023Contingent$675,000$640/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73112486 Report a problem
    5/17/2023Listed for sale$675,000+17.4%$640/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73112486 Report a problem
    6/4/2018Sold$575,000+15.2%$546/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/3/2018Pending sale$499,000$473/sqft
    Source: Robert Paul Properties #72315318 Report a problem
    4/26/2018Listed for sale$499,000+53.5%$473/sqft
    Source: Robert Paul Properties #72315318 Report a problem
    10/2/2017Listing removed$2,650$3/sqft
    Source: Arborview Realty Report a problem
    9/7/2017Price change$2,650-7%$3/sqft
    Source: Arborview Realty Report a problem
    8/15/2017Price change$2,850-5%$3/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    8/13/2017Listed for rent$3,000$3/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    1/14/2013Sold$325,000+9.6%$308/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/15/2010Sold$296,500+11.9%$281/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/25/2006Sold$265,000$251/sqft
    Source: LINK #53585 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,658 +17.3%$661,300 +10.4%
    2024$6,528 +6.6%$598,900 +5%
    2023$6,124 +4.6%$570,200 +6%
    2022$5,852 +7.1%$537,900 +5%
    2021$5,466 +5.1%$512,300 +4.1%
    2020$5,199 +5.4%$492,300 +5.2%
    2019$4,931 +3.6%$467,800 +3%
    2018$4,759 +678.9%$454,100 +6%
    2017$611 -86.1%$428,500 +7%
    2016$4,406 +6.4%$400,500 +17.1%
    2015$4,140 +2%$341,900 +6%
    2014$4,057 +4.1%$322,500 +8.7%
    2013$3,899 +21.2%$296,700 +20.2%
    2012$3,218 +1.9%$246,800
    2011$3,157 +7.7%$246,800
    2010$2,932 +20.6%$246,800 +7.9%
    2009$2,432 -20.9%$228,800 -18.3%
    2008$3,074 $280,200
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    Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

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