Home Buying

What $1 million will buy you right now all over Greater Boston

Though there are plenty of homes listed for sale for $1 million in the Boston area, what you actually get for that amount of money varies quite a bit.

15 Hobbs Rd. in Wayland is listed for $997,000. via MLS

Though there are plenty of homes listed for sale for $1 million in the Boston area, what you actually get for that amount of money varies quite a bit.

You can get a 900-square-foot condo on Boston’s Waterfront neighborhood or you a 5,000-square-foot modern house in Wayland — and quite a bit in between.

Here are five condos and single-family homes that you can buy for around $1 million in the area, ordered from highest price per square foot to lowest. Check them out.

2 Battery Wharf, Unit 2507, Waterfront, Boston
$1,099,000
One bedroom
961 square feet
$1,143.60 per square foot

. – via MLS
. – via MLS

Though this condo has quite a high price per square foot, the location is pretty hard to beat. This corner penthouse unit has city views, in-unit laundry, stainless steel appliances, lots of storage space, and recessed lighting. Building amenities include a doorman, valet garage parking, 24-hour room service, and a fitness room.

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9 Broadway, #303, South Boston, Boston
$980,000
Two bedrooms
1,281 square feet
$765.03 per square foot

. – via MLS
. – via MLS

Located in the Court Square Press Building, this condo has lots of historic details, including wood-beamed, 11-foot ceilings and exposed brick. The kitchen is open concept, making entertaining easy. Building amenities include common bike storage, a gym, and even an outdoor pool terrace with grills.

35r Lexington Ave., #1, Somerville
$1,099,900
Four bedrooms
2,465 square feet
$446.21 per square foot

. – via MLS
. – via MLS

Just a quick walk to Davis Square, this Somerville condo has a suburban vibe, yet is close to all the action. It is a new construction unit, featuring an open living and dining area, a granite counter kitchen, oak hardwood floors, and NEST thermostats. The home also has a private patio with pavers.

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42 Arcola St., Lexington
$1,075,000
Four bedrooms
2,844 square feet
$377.99 per square foot

. – via MLS
. – via MLS

This Lexington single-family home has a sleek, modern looking kitchen with light granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a center island with room for stools. The lower level of the home is finished and there is a media room on the third floor.

15 Hobbs Rd., Wayland
$997,000
Four bedrooms
5,358 square feet
$186.08 per square foot

. – via MLS
. – via MLS

This mid-century modern home on 1.42 acres in Wayland is located at the end of a cul-de-sac. The floor plan is open and the high ceilings include a cathedral ceiling in the living room. You can access the backyard from the game room with a built-in bar.

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