A rare opportunity for affordable ownership in the vibrant heart of Jamaica Plain: this is a BPDA 80% AMI income and deed restricted home. Income eligibility and resale restrictions apply. This is a limited equity unit and the Buyer must owner-occupy. Income limits as follows: 1 HH $92,640; 2 HH $105,920; 3 HH $119,120; 4 HH $132,320; 5 HH $142,960. Assets may not exceed $75,000, not including retirement, HSAs, and some college savings accounts. See attached disclosures for FAQ.Built in 2006, this inviting 3-bed, 2-bath home blends modern comforts with classic JP charm. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area is made for gathering, while the king-sized primary suite offers a quiet, private retreat. Two additional queen bedrooms and a full guest bath provide plenty of space for friends and family, hobby rooms, or working from home. In-unit laundry, ducted HVAC, private back porch, deeded parking, and abundant basement storage complete the package. Not to mention, pets are welcome and the HOA has strong owner occupancy! Just outside you’ll find a blooming community garden, plenty to drink and dine along Centre Street, or unwind at Jamaica Pond and the Arnold Arboretum. Multiple Orange Line stops and the 39 bus are just minutes away. Units like this do not become available often. If you’ve been holding out for a unicorn – this is it!
Property Details
Price:
$531,949
MLS #:
73562793
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Condo
Subtype:
Condominium
Listed Date:
Aug 11, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,231
Total Sq Ft:
1,231
Lot Size:
1,231 sqft / 0.03 acres (approx)
Year Built:
2006
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Schools
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
1231
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer/Dryer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air, Unit Control
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Internet Available – Unknown
Laundry Features
First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Construction Materials
Frame
Exterior Features
Deck – Wood, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters
Green Energy Efficient
Thermostat
Open Parking Spaces
1
Open Parking YN
1
Parking Features
Deeded, Paved
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Patio And Porch Features
Deck – Wood, Covered
Roof
Rubber
Security Features
Other, Security System
Stories
1
Window Features
Insulated Windows
Financial
HOA Fee
$213
HOA Fee Frequency
Monthly
HOA Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds
Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$5,225
Map
Community
- Address28 Forbes St # 1 Boston MA
- CityBoston
- CountySuffolk
- Zip Code02130
Subdivisions in Boston
- Adams Village
- Ashmont Hill
- Ashmont Hill / Carruth Area
- Back Bay
- Bay Village
- Beacon Hill
- Bellevue Hill
- Boston
- Brighton-Oak Square
- Charlestown
- Chestnut Hill
- Chestnut Hill /Brookline line
- Chestnut Hill Park Condominium
- Clam Point Neighborhood
- Eight Streets Neighborhood
- Ellis South End Neighborhood
- Fairmount Hill
- Fields Corner
- Gas Light District
- Golf Course Neighborhood
- Harbor View
- Harborview
- Highland
- Hyde Park
- Jamaica Plain
- Lower Mills
- Melville Park
- Metropolitan Heights Area
- Metropolitan Hill
- Mission Hill – Longwood Medical
- Oak Square
- Parkway neighborhood
- Roslindale
- Roslindale – WC Bates
- roslindale village
- Roxbury’s Moreland Street Historic District
- Savin Hill: Minutes to Carson Beach/UMass Boston T-Stop
- South Boston
- Suffolk County
- Sumner Hill
- Thomas Park
- Woodbourne
Market Summary
Property Summary
- 28 Forbes St # 1 Boston MA is a Condo for sale in Boston, MA, 02130. It is listed for $531,949 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,231 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 2006. The current price per square foot is $432. The average price per square foot for Condo listings in Boston is $1,024. The average listing price for Condo in Boston is $1,439,256. To schedule a showing of MLS#73562793 at 28 Forbes St # 1 in Boston, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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28 Forbes St # 1
Boston, MA

