The Crown Jewel of Green Street: A Rare Penthouse Duplex in the Heart of JP

After 25 years of selling Jamaica Plain real estate, I can count on one hand the listings that genuinely stop me in my tracks. 156 Green St, Unit 301 is one of them.

This is a true duplex penthouse. It’s not a standard top-floor unit with a generic loft thrown in, but a thoughtfully designed, two-floor architectural home crowning one of JP's most beloved boutique buildings.

Three bedrooms. A dedicated loft office with custom built-ins. Two full baths. Over 1,500 square feet of pristine living space. A private covered balcony with skyline views. And the ultimate urban unicorn: two deeded, heated garage spaces. In Jamaica Plain. At this scale. Under $1.2M. It's the kind of listing that simply doesn’t come around often.

The Building | Bartlett Square

Before we even step inside the unit, the building deserves its own conversation. Built in 2011, Bartlett Square at 154–160 Green Street was constructed with a level of craftsmanship and intentionality that is genuinely rare in Boston condo construction.

This isn't your average new build. The developers invested heavily in the structural integrity and longevity of the building:

• Acoustic Privacy: Meticulous sound-dampening between units featuring a 2" gypsum shaftwall, mineral wool insulation, resilient channels, and double 5/8" gypsum board. It offers total quiet.
• Premium Materials: Pella Architect Series windows and a high-efficiency Kone eco-elevator.
• Green Footprint: 10kW rooftop solar panels, a 1,500 sq. ft. vegetative green roof, and a heated driveway for seamless winter access.

The 13-unit association is 100% owner-occupied, boasts high reserves, and has zero special assessments. Best of all? The HOA covers heat, hot water, water, and sewer. The only utility bill you pay is electric. It is, without question, one of the best-run condo associations in the neighborhood.

The Unit | Penthouse Living, JP Style

Step off the elevator onto the third floor and into a corner unit flooded with natural light. The main level opens into a designer white kitchen outfitted with quartz countertops, induction cooking, custom cabinetry, and a timeless tile backsplash. This culinary space flows effortlessly into an open living and dining area anchored by rich hardwood floors and architectural crown molding.

Two spacious bedrooms, a full bath, and a private covered balcony with striking views of the Boston skyline and Sumner Hill complete this main level.

Take the interior staircase to the penthouse level, and the energy completely shifts.

The top floor is devoted entirely to a loft-style primary retreat. This generous suite features a walk-in closet, a spa-like bath with a double vanity and steam shower, and a dedicated loft office with floor-to-ceiling custom built-ins. Thanks to the premium Pella windows and robust structural soundproofing, this is one of the quietest, most serene perches above the city you'll find anywhere in Boston.

This is not a quick flip. With over $105,000 in recent owner improvements, this is a home that has been deeply loved and meticulously maintained.

The Location | Sixty Seconds to the Orange Line

156 Green Street sits at the corner of Green and Amory, directly across from the Southwest Corridor Park and less than one minute's walk to the Green Street Orange Line station. That is not a marketing exaggeration—you can literally see the station entrance from the building, offering direct service to Back Bay, Downtown Crossing, and North Station.

Beyond the transit links, the lifestyle here is unmatched:

• The Great Outdoors: Step right onto the Southwest Corridor bike path (take it all the way to Back Bay car-free), stroll over to Jamaica Pond, or explore the historic Arnold Arboretum (less than a mile away).
• Local Flavor: You're just 0.4 miles from Centre Street's iconic restaurants and cafés, including City Feed & Supply, JP Licks, and Turtle Swamp Brewing.

For anyone commuting to the Longwood Medical Area, Fenway, or Back Bay, this location is as good as it gets in Jamaica Plain.

The Details

List Price	$1,119,000
HOA Fee	$655/month (Includes Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Elevator, Snow/Lawn removal & Reserves)
Size & Layout	3 Beds + Loft Office | 2 Baths | 1,578 Sq. Ft.
Parking	2 Deeded, Heated Underground Garage Spaces (#10 & #11)
Storage & Laundry	Private storage room included | In-unit washer & dryer
Pet Policy	Allowed (2 pets per unit, under 50 lbs)
Systems	Central A/C | Smartphone-integrated video entry system
Association	13 Units | 100% Owner-Occupied | High Reserves | No Special Assessments