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40 Joy St

40 Joy St, Boston, MA, 02114
38 Joy Street

YEAR BUILT

1865

# STORIES

3

# TOTAL UNITS

19

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,000-1,400 sqft

Description

40 Joy St stands in Boston, at the intersection of Cambridge Street and Blossom Street. This low-rise condominium building completed construction in 1865. It includes 3 stories and offers 19 units with a range of 1,000 to 1,400 square feet. The location provides city views. Unit prices range from $1,600,000 to $1,840,000. The lowest sold price in the last year is about $1,325,000. The average closed price for the building is around $1,510,000. The average price per square foot is $1,335, with units typically spending about 53 days on the market. Most units include 2 or 3 bedrooms, catering to different living needs. The building supports a pet-friendly association, which is appealing to many residents. Low monthly fees and high owner occupancy contribute to a stable community. The building offers convenient amenities like a bike path, public transportation access, and proximity to parks and tennis courts. Nearby, residents can find Secondiss LLC for public schooling, while grocery shopping options include Hillside Spa and Cardoza Brothers. Dining choices such as Diamonds and the Beacon Group add variety to local options. Overall, 40 Joy St is a well-maintained building with professional off-site management. High ceilings and cathedral ceilings might be seen in some units, enhancing the living experience. This location balances historical charm with modern urban convenience.

Building ImageMLS ID #73428273
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40 Joy St

40 Joy St, Boston, MA, 02114


38 Joy Street

YEAR BUILT

1865

# STORIES

3

# TOTAL UNITS

19

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,000-1,400 sqft

Description

40 Joy St stands in Boston, at the intersection of Cambridge Street and Blossom Street. This low-rise condominium building completed construction in 1865. It includes 3 stories and offers 19 units with a range of 1,000 to 1,400 square feet. The location provides city views. Unit prices range from $1,600,000 to $1,840,000. The lowest sold price in the last year is about $1,325,000. The average closed price for the building is around $1,510,000. The average price per square foot is $1,335, with units typically spending about 53 days on the market. Most units include 2 or 3 bedrooms, catering to different living needs. The building supports a pet-friendly association, which is appealing to many residents. Low monthly fees and high owner occupancy contribute to a stable community. The building offers convenient amenities like a bike path, public transportation access, and proximity to parks and tennis courts. Nearby, residents can find Secondiss LLC for public schooling, while grocery shopping options include Hillside Spa and Cardoza Brothers. Dining choices such as Diamonds and the Beacon Group add variety to local options. Overall, 40 Joy St is a well-maintained building with professional off-site management. High ceilings and cathedral ceilings might be seen in some units, enhancing the living experience. This location balances historical charm with modern urban convenience.

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Description

40 Joy St stands in Boston, at the intersection of Cambridge Street and Blossom Street. This low-rise condominium building completed construction in 1865. It includes 3 stories and offers 19 units with a range of 1,000 to 1,400 square feet. The location provides city views. Unit prices range from $1,600,000 to $1,840,000. The lowest sold price in the last year is about $1,325,000. The average closed price for the building is around $1,510,000. The average price per square foot is $1,335, with units typically spending about 53 days on the market. Most units include 2 or 3 bedrooms, catering to different living needs. The building supports a pet-friendly association, which is appealing to many residents. Low monthly fees and high owner occupancy contribute to a stable community. The building offers convenient amenities like a bike path, public transportation access, and proximity to parks and tennis courts. Nearby, residents can find Secondiss LLC for public schooling, while grocery shopping options include Hillside Spa and Cardoza Brothers. Dining choices such as Diamonds and the Beacon Group add variety to local options. Overall, 40 Joy St is a well-maintained building with professional off-site management. High ceilings and cathedral ceilings might be seen in some units, enhancing the living experience. This location balances historical charm with modern urban convenience.

40 Joy St Key Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$1,337,500($1338/Sqft.)
Avg. Sale Price$1,510,000($1335/Sqft.)
Year over year list priceDown Arrow13.43%
Year over year sale priceUp Arrow 26.36%
Total Listings2 Listed
Total sold3 Sold
Average Days on Market53 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$4 /monthly
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Key Stats

Year over year list priceDown Arrow13.43%
Year over year sale priceUp Arrow26.36%
Total Listings2 Listed
Total sold3 Sold
Average Days on Market53 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$4 /monthly

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

Low
High availability buildings list units frequently.

Unit Availability helps to understand how often units in a particular building are listed for sale as compared with the neighborhood average. Units are rarely listed in buildings with low availability.

Unit Demand

Medium
Units in high-demand buildings sell quicker.

Unit Demand is a measure of quickly units in a particular building sell as compared with other buildings in the neighborhood. Units in high-demand buildings sell more quickly.

For Sale 0 For Sale

40 Joy St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 99140032732024-11-15
MLS#: 73284320 		Closed$1,840,000
Unit 88140032712020-09-18
MLS#: 72687832 		Closed$1,600,000
Unit 88140032712016-06-29
MLS#: 71990252 		Closed$1,585,000
Unit 8
8

3 Beds

2 Baths

1400 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2020-09-18Closed$1,600,000
MLS#: 72687832
Days On Market71
Unit 8
8

3 Beds

2 Baths

1400 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2016-06-29Closed$1,585,000
MLS#: 71990252
Days On Market71
Unit 9
9

3 Beds

2 Baths

1400 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2024-11-15Closed$1,840,000
MLS#: 73284320
Days On Market73
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Amenities

What makes living at Carriage House even more attractive are the fantastic amenities! If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, you’ll appreciate the nearby bike paths and tennis courts for your recreational needs. Plus, with convenient highway access and options for public transportation, commuting around Boston is seamless. And don’t forget the local parks and houses of worship, adding to the tranquil vibe of the neighborhood.

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Amenities Description

What makes living at Carriage House even more attractive are the fantastic amenities! If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, you’ll appreciate the nearby bike paths and tennis courts for your recreational needs. Plus, with convenient highway access and options for public transportation, commuting around Boston is seamless. And don’t forget the local parks and houses of worship, adding to the tranquil vibe of the neighborhood.

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking
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Amenities

Security System

Security System

Tennis Court(s)

Tennis Court(s)

Patio

Patio

Storage

Storage

Policies

Living at Carriage House comes with thoughtful building policies aimed at fostering a community spirit. With a welcoming attitude toward pets, new residents can bring their furry friends along, making it an even more inviting choice for young professionals and families alike.

Pet Allowed
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
40 Joy St$1,335/sqft.$4 /sqft.
38 Joy Street$1,335/sqft.$4 /sqft.
43 Irving St$1,195/sqft.$4 /sqft.
43 Irving St$1,195/sqft.$4 /sqft.
36 MYRTLE ST$1,241/sqft.$2 /sqft.
Bowdoin School Apartments$942/sqft.$3 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

40 Joy St is positioned near local schools serving the surrounding area. Educational institutions within a 2-mile radius improve daily accessibility. Families benefit from shorter commutes and convenience. This well-located area supports comfortable living.

The Advent School

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Private|Grades PK–6
15 Brimmer St|0.36 miles away

Park Street School

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Private|Grades PK–6
67 Brimmer St|0.4 miles away

Boston Children's School

--
Private|Grades PK–2
8 Whittier Pl Ste ...|0.41 miles away

St John School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
9 Moon St|0.71 miles away

Learning Project Elementary School

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Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|0.73 miles away

Eliot K-8 School

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
16 Charter St|0.75 miles away
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Schools

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Description

40 Joy St is positioned near local schools serving the surrounding area. Educational institutions within a 2-mile radius improve daily accessibility. Families benefit from shorter commutes and convenience. This well-located area supports comfortable living.

The Advent School

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Private|Grades PK–6
15 Brimmer St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Park Street School

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Private|Grades PK–6
67 Brimmer St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Boston Children's School

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Private|Grades PK–2
8 Whittier Pl Ste ...|Less than 1 Mile Away

St John School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
9 Moon St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Learning Project Elementary School

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Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Eliot K-8 School

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
16 Charter St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Boston Adult Technical Academy

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Public|Grades 9–12
20 Church St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Quincy Upper School

D
Public|Grades 6–12
152 Arlington St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
885 Washington St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Snowden International School At Copley

F
Public|Grades 9–12
150 Newbury St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Kingsley Montessori School

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Private|Grades PK–6
26 Exeter St|Less than 1 Mile Away

The Newman School

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Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.00 Miles Away

The Newman School

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Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.00 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

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Private|Grades PK–6
30 Fairfield St|1.09 Miles Away

William Mckinley School

F
Public|Grades KG–12
90 Warren Ave|1.14 Miles Away

Community Charter School of Cambridge

B
Public|Grades 6–12
245 Bent St|1.15 Miles Away

Harvard / Kent Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
50 Bunker Hill St|1.22 Miles Away

Warren / Prescott K-8 School

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
50 School St|1.26 Miles Away

Kennedy-Longfellow

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
158 Spring St|1.28 Miles Away

Cathedral High School

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Private|Grades 7–12
74 Union Park St|1.31 Miles Away

Clarence R. Edwards Middle School

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Public|Grades 6–8
28 Walker St|1.33 Miles Away

Blackstone Innovation School

D-
Public|Grades PK–5
380 Shawmut Ave|1.36 Miles Away

Charlestown High School

D-
Public|Grades 9–12
240 Medford St|1.42 Miles Away

East Boston Central Catholic School

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Private|Grades PK–8
69 London St|1.53 Miles Away

Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School

C+
Public|Grades PK–8
70 Worcester St|1.57 Miles Away

Cambridge Street Upper School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
840 Cambridge St|1.58 Miles Away

King Open

B
Public|Grades PK–5
850 Cambridge St|1.59 Miles Away

Samuel Adams Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
165 Webster St|1.61 Miles Away

Dante Alighieri Montessori School

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Public|Grades PK–5
37 Gove St|1.62 Miles Away

James Condon K-8 School

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
200 D St|1.62 Miles Away

Carter Developmental Center

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Public|Grades 6–12
396 Northampton St|1.63 Miles Away

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

C
Public|Grades PK–5
225 Windsor St|1.64 Miles Away

Donald Mckay

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
122 Cottage St|1.72 Miles Away

East Boston Early Childhood Center

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Public|Grades EE–1
135 Gove St|1.74 Miles Away

Cambridgeport

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
89 Elm St|1.79 Miles Away

Mario Umana Academy

D+
Public|Grades KG–8
312 Border St|1.80 Miles Away

Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers

C
Public|Grades 9–12
360 Huntington Ave...|1.84 Miles Away

Hugh Roe O'Donnell Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
33 Trenton St|1.88 Miles Away

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

C
Public|Grades KG–12
50 Essex St|1.89 Miles Away

James Otis

B
Public|Grades PK–6
218 Marion St|1.92 Miles Away

Capuano Early Childhood Center

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Public|Grades PK–KG
150 Glen St|1.92 Miles Away

Up Academy Boston

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
215 Dorchester St|1.96 Miles Away

Boston Collaborative High School

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Public|Grades 10–12
215 Dorchester St|1.96 Miles Away

Transit

40 Joy St benefits from a network of nearby public transportation options within a 2-mile radius. Access to Bus, Metro, Tram ensures convenient travel to employment hubs and local destinations. Strong transit connectivity reduces travel time and improves daily convenience. A transit-friendly location adds value for residents and visitors alike.

121 Bunker Hill St opp Lexington St

1.29 miles away|25 min walk

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

1.98 miles away|38 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

1.46 miles away|28 min walk

285 Tremont St

0.7 miles away|14 min walk

350 Summer St

1.19 miles away|23 min walk

360 Huntington Ave

1.81 miles away|35 min walk
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Transit

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Description

40 Joy St benefits from a network of nearby public transportation options within a 2-mile radius. Access to Bus, Metro, Tram ensures convenient travel to employment hubs and local destinations. Strong transit connectivity reduces travel time and improves daily convenience. A transit-friendly location adds value for residents and visitors alike.

121 Bunker Hill St opp Lexington St

1.29 miles away|25 min walk

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

1.98 miles away|38 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

1.46 miles away|28 min walk

285 Tremont St

0.7 miles away|14 min walk

350 Summer St

1.19 miles away|23 min walk

360 Huntington Ave

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

400 Summer St

1.22 miles away|24 min walk

43 W Dedham St

1.29 miles away|25 min walk

442 W Broadway

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

529 Main St

1.74 miles away|34 min walk

540 Albany St opp Wareham St

1.48 miles away|29 min walk

77 Massachusetts Ave

1.45 miles away|28 min walk

84 Massachusetts Ave

1.45 miles away|28 min walk

91 E Concord St

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

Adams St @ Lowney Way

1.07 miles away|21 min walk

Albany St @ E Dedham St

1.54 miles away|30 min walk

Albany St opp Boston Medical

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

Albany St opp E Concord St

1.74 miles away|34 min walk

Albany St opp E Newton St

1.67 miles away|33 min walk

Albany St opp Randolph St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

Albany St @ Randolph St

1.36 miles away|27 min walk

Albany St @ Wareham St

1.48 miles away|29 min walk

Alford St @ Main St

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

Alford St @ MBTA Charlestown Garage

1.91 miles away|37 min walk

Ames St @ Main St

1.19 miles away|23 min walk

Aquarium

0.7 miles away|14 min walk

Aquarium - State St (North)

0.62 miles away|12 min walk

Aquarium - State St opp McKinley Sq

0.62 miles away|12 min walk

Aquarium - State St (South)

0.63 miles away|13 min walk

Aquarium - Surface Rd @ State St

0.65 miles away|13 min walk

Aquarium - Waterfront and New England Aquarium

0.7 miles away|14 min walk

Arlington

0.61 miles away|12 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (East)

0.62 miles away|12 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (West)

0.62 miles away|12 min walk

Arlington - Elevator Boylston St

0.63 miles away|13 min walk

Arlington - Public Garden

0.61 miles away|12 min walk

Arlington St @ Isabella St

0.79 miles away|16 min walk

Arlington St @ Saint James Ave

0.65 miles away|13 min walk

A St @ Mt Washington Ave

1.15 miles away|23 min walk

A St @ Necco St

1.12 miles away|22 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Atlantic Ave

0.66 miles away|13 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Central St

0.67 miles away|13 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Commercial Wharf

0.75 miles away|15 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Congress St

0.74 miles away|15 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Milk St

0.71 miles away|14 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Rowes Wharf

0.79 miles away|16 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Seaport Blvd.

0.8 miles away|16 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ State St-Marriott Hotel

0.71 miles away|14 min walk

Back Bay

0.98 miles away|19 min walk

Back Bay - 167 Dartmouth St

0.98 miles away|19 min walk

The Neighbourhood: Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill is a historic, brick-lined neighborhood near the Massachusetts State House and the Charles River. The area shows narrow streets, old gas lamps, and Federal-style rowhouses that date back to the 19th century. Visitors stroll along Charles Street for cafés, art galleries, bakeries, small shops, and well-known restaurants. This district sits next to Boston Common and park paths, which offer green space and river views for walkers. Commuters use the Red Line, nearby bus routes, and bike lanes for fast access to downtown and other neighborhoods.

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Neighbourhood Description

Beacon Hill is a historic, brick-lined neighborhood near the Massachusetts State House and the Charles River. The area shows narrow streets, old gas lamps, and Federal-style rowhouses that date back to the 19th century. Visitors stroll along Charles Street for cafés, art galleries, bakeries, small shops, and well-known restaurants. This district sits next to Boston Common and park paths, which offer green space and river views for walkers. Commuters use the Red Line, nearby bus routes, and bike lanes for fast access to downtown and other neighborhoods.

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40 Joy St Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

7.2%

15–29 Years

34.22%

30–44 Years

25.62%

45–59 Years

14.9%

60+ Years

18.05%

Commute

17.85%

Transit

40.58%

Walk

19.54%

Drive

1.92%

Bike

Housing Ownership

27.73%

Owner Occupied

72.27%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
11.27%
Multi Family
1.47%
Single Person
50.28%
Multi Person
49.72%

Average Income

Household:$12,121,589.54 /yr

Individual:$9,915,957.47 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree36.43%
High School College8.29%
Diploma2.61%
Post Graduate40.67%
Others12.01%
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Education

Diploma2.61%
Post Graduate40.67%
Others12.01%
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