13-15 Essex St, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$1,225,000
Est. $7,353/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,836
Sq Ft
$667
Price/Sq Ft
0.05
Acres
1970
Year Built
125
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 11, 2024 • MLS# 73288531 Copied!

About this home

Charming, well-kept and rarely available 2 family property located in the heart of Charlestown. One of the highlights of this property is the private, fenced and landscaped yard – a true urban oasis. Another is the one-car garage that offers secure off-street parking. Both units have 1 bedroom, 1 full bathroom, dedicated washer and dryer as well as separate utilities. The upstairs unit (15 Essex) is the larger of the two and exudes character with exposed brick, beams and many hand-crafted elements such as built-in shelving and custom millwork. 15 Essex also includes a rustic open kitchen with gas cooktop, a large living room with a wood burning stove, an additional versatile living area, a skylight and a large deck directly off the kitchen. The downstairs unit (13 Essex) includes a walkout patio area. Both units will be delivered vacant. Make this gem your optimal living space. Don't miss out!

Property Overview

Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1970
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,836 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Stories
2
Levels
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,350,000
Final Sale Price: $1,225,000
Difference: $125,000 (-9.3%)
Performance Metrics
90.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
125
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $735
Sale $/sq ft: $667
This property sold for $667 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.3% below the original asking price.

At 125 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built 1970
Living Area 1,836 sq ft
Lot Size 0.05 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Oven, Dishwasher
Fireplace Wood Burning
Fireplaces 1
Basement None
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Slider, Country Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Living Room, Kitchen, Living Rm/dining Rm Combo, Mudroom, Family Room, Laundry Room

Exterior

Construction Post & Beam
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Balcony/deck, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Off Street, On Street
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, Individually Metered
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $11,506
Assessed Value $1,055,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Oven, Dishwasher
Interior Features: Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Slider, Country Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Living Room, Kitchen, Living RM/Dining RM Combo, Mudroom, Family Room, Laundry Room
Windows: Skylight(s), Stained Glass Window(s), Insulated Windows
Basement:
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1970
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Post & Beam
Roof: Rubber
Foundation: Slab
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling:
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Balcony/Deck, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Wood Burning
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station

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Neighborhood

Charlestown

13-15 Essex St, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

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Schools

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Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

3.2%
Price Range
126
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Mar 14, 2025
$1,225,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 126
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Listed for Sale
Sep 11, 2024
$1,265,000
Original listing
Agent: Brian Woods Office: Woods Properties Inc.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 11, 2024 New Listing Added $1,265,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
125 days
Price per Sq Ft
$667

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $11,506 $1,055,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$11,506
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$1,055,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Brian Woods
Listing Office Woods Properties Inc.
Agent MLS ID CN249454
Office MLS ID AN7405
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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