18 Melrose St #1, Boston, MA, 02116
About This Home
Chic city living meets historic charm in this beautifully appointed 2-bedroom, 2-bath parlor & garden duplex with a private brick patio, tucked within Boston’s most storybook neighborhood, Bay Village—just moments from the Public Garden. The sunlit open-concept living and dining space offers effortless flow and flexibility, ideal for both elevated everyday living and entertaining. A bright kitchen features crisp white shaker cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, overlooking your own secluded outdoor retreat—perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails.The expansive primary suite comfortably accommodates a California King and is complemented by three closets, additional overhead storage, and a spa-like bath with a jacuzzi tub and linen storage. A generously sized second bedroom easily functions as a guest suite, office, or stylish hybrid of both. Additional highlights: H/W throughout, Ductless Mini Splits, in-unit full size W/D, Garage Parking avail minutes away
Getting Around
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1899
Materials
- Roof: Rubber
- Construction materials: Brick,Stone
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
Bedroom2
- Level: First
- Area: 144
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 187
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Finished area below ground: 600
- Finished area above ground: 500
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard
- Cooling features: Ductless
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,100
- Total interior livable area: 1,100 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Basement
- Area: 96
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Deck - Exterior, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Basement
- Area: 182
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 180
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Details
- Parcel number: W:05 P:00180 S:002,4390471
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: CD
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
- Waterfront features: Ocean,1 to 2 Mile To Beach
Lot
- Lot size: 981 sqft
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $5,815 | $69,780 |
| Home Insurance * | $206 | $2,472 |
| Property Taxes | $1,112 | $13,344 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $7,487 | $89,844 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-08 | Contingent | $1,050,000 |
| 2026-05-08 | Price change | $1,050,000 |
| 2026-04-30 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000 |
| 2025-12-09 | Sold | $990,000 |
| 2025-10-27 | Price change | $999,000 |
| 2025-10-01 | Listed for sale | $1,099,000 |
| 2020-05-27 | Sold | $1,045,000 |
| 2020-04-15 | Pending sale | $1,045,000 |
| 2020-04-06 | Listed for sale | $1,045,000 |
| 2018-01-08 | Sold | $940,000 |
| 2017-11-17 | Pending sale | $975,000 |
| 2017-10-26 | Listed for sale | $975,000 |
| 2012-12-21 | Sold | $565,000 |
| 2010-12-30 | Sold | $549,000 |
| 2007-04-17 | Sold | $565,000 |
| 2003-05-12 | Sold | $325,000 |
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