This stunning Boston condo blends modern updates with timeless charm in a grand Victorian-style building. Featuring high ceilings, a fully renovated kitchen with new cabinets, countertops, sink, faucet, and stainless steel appliances, plus an updated laundry space with a new washer/dryer and laundry sink. Enjoy a fully renovated primary bath, updated second bath, fresh paint throughout, and new decking off the kitchen. A new door creates a flexible third bedroom, office, guest space, family room, or den. Fireplaces have been beautifully refurbished, with tile accents and original wood preserved in the primary. Fully insulated with thoughtful updates throughout. Located near the Orange Line, commuter rail, and buses, with walkable access to Franklin Park’s trails, zoo, golf, and tennis. Close to Jamaica Plain, Harvard Arboretum, and the Emerald Necklace. Easy access to Downtown and Longwood Medical. A perfect blend of character and convenience with two private outdoor spaces and parking
For sale
Price cut: $20K (11/5)
$579,000
164 Ruthven St APT 1, Boston, MA 02121
3beds
1,768sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1925
-- sqft lot
$579,700 Zestimate®
$327/sqft
$424/mo HOA
What's special
Updated second bathFlexible third bedroomPrivate outdoor spacesStainless steel appliancesFully renovated kitchenNew cabinetsHigh ceilings
- 132 days |
- 5,966 |
- 336 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 08, 2025 at 12:06am
Listed by:
Corey Bashaw 617-821-6390,
Homie Realty Group 617-821-6390
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73410378
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: First Floor, In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,768
- Total interior livable area: 1,768 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,768
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Deeded, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Deck, Covered
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Covered Patio/Deck
Lot
- Size: 1,768 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:12 P:02212 S:002,1311273
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Other (See Remarks)
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Reserve Funds
- HOA fee: $424 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $327/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $588,400
- Annual tax amount: $6,814
- Date on market: 8/14/2025
- Exclusions: The Freezer In The Laundry Suite Will Be Excluded
Estimated market value
$579,700
$551,000 - $609,000
$3,235/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/5/2025 | Price change | $579,000-3.3%$327/sqft |
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| 9/16/2025 | Price change | $599,000-4.9%$339/sqft |
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| 7/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $629,900+26%$356/sqft |
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| 3/15/2022 | Sold | $499,900$283/sqft |
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| 2/9/2022 | Listed for sale | $499,900+89.4%$283/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,814 +18.3% | $588,400 +11.4% |
| 2024 | $5,758 +5.6% | $528,300 +4% |
| 2023 | $5,455 +3.6% | $507,900 +5% |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,771/mo
Principal & interest
$2821
HOA Fees
$424
Other costs
$526
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Roxbury
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Trotter Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Boston Latin AcademyGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10David A. Ellis Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.4 mi
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