A 30-unit condominium community in Jamaica Plain, Boston.
Market figures reflect closed sales over the last 12 months. Data sourced from MLS PIN.
# Jamaica Plain Cohousing
Jamaica Plain Cohousing represents a rare opportunity to own in Boston's intentional community model, with only 30 units total and median recent sales around $629,500. The community emphasizes environmental sustainability and shared resources, positioning it distinctly within Jamaica Plain's residential landscape. Units typically spend 38 days on market—a reasonable pace for this specialized niche—with pricing averaging $643 per square foot.
Jamaica Plain Cohousing residents enjoy access to extensive shared community resources, though specific amenities vary by unit. Individual units feature:
The community itself prioritizes environmental sustainability throughout its design and operations.
The association offers diverse configurations across its 30-unit portfolio:
Two-Bedroom Units include layouts with enlarged balconies, refined finishes, and in-unit laundry capabilities.
One-Bedroom Units range from compact to spacious, with loft options featuring skylit living areas and cathedral ceilings that maximize vertical space.
Four-Bedroom Units represent the most expansive option, spanning two levels with three bathrooms and open floor plans suited to larger households. These units undergo meticulous renovation and often include updated kitchens and enhanced storage.
Jamaica Plain Cohousing attracts residents seeking genuine community integration alongside urban living. The development includes income-restricted affordable units (BPDA designated and "Moderate" units with income caps ranging from $55K–$117,800) alongside market-rate ownership, creating economic diversity within the 30-unit footprint.
For moderate-income buyers, units come with asset limits ($100K) and require meeting income qualification thresholds. Affordable BPDA units similarly maintain affordability restrictions.
The neighborhood itself positions residents within Jamaica Plain's walkable commercial and cultural district, known for local businesses, dining, and community institutions. Commuters benefit from transit access typical of this established residential area. The deliberate community structure differentiates Jamaica Plain Cohousing from conventional condominiums, appealing to buyers prioritizing intentional neighborhood connection alongside sustainable living practices.
Justin Rollo is a Massachusetts real estate expert with over a decade of experience and hundreds of South Shore transactions. He tracks every sale, pending, and price movement inside Jamaica Plain Cohousing — so whether you're buying into the community or thinking about selling, you're working with someone who knows this specific association inside and out.
Ask Justin about Jamaica Plain Cohousing →Over recent sales, units at Jamaica Plain Cohousing sold at a median of $629,500, about $643 per square foot.
Jamaica Plain Cohousing is a 30-unit condominium association in Boston, MA.
Recent sales at Jamaica Plain Cohousing averaged about 38 days on market, with 4 closings in the period.
