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197 Eighth Street, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown's Navy Yard
$1,400,000
Est. $11,750/month
2
Beds
3
Baths
2,153
Sq Ft
$650
Price/Sq Ft
0.05
Acres
1935
Year Built
30
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 8, 2024 • MLS# 73287014 Copied!

About this home

Recently refreshed Front & center Flagship Wharf duplex penthouse facing Boston harbor! 2/3 bedrooms, (a cozy library with a fireplace can be used as 3rd bedroom), 3 baths. Sleep in1st floor bedroom or the upper bedroom suite with adjacent sitting area, ensuite bath with double sinks, jetted tub, jet spray shower, and 2 walk-in closets . Private outdoor deck overlooks the city and harbor. Peninsula granite/stainless kitchen opens to formal dining area & living room. Hardwood floors, great closets & elegant marble formal entry. Full service 24/7 concierge, elevator building with fitness center & sauna. 1 self park & 1 valet garage parking included. Easy access to downtown via water shuttle, water taxi, Logan airport & major highways. Located in the historic Charlestown Navy Yard surrounded by green parks, marinas & minutes to all the city has to offer! Watch the Tall Ships sail by your private deck facing down harbor. +2100 living space. Listed $400K below city assessed value.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1935
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,153 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
9

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,474,000
Final Sale Price: $1,400,000
Difference: $74,000 (-5.0%)
Performance Metrics
95.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
30
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $685
Sale $/sq ft: $650
This property sold for $650 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.0% below the original asking price.

The property spent 30 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 8 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$650/sq ft
Area Average
$334/sq ft
Difference
+94.6%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1935
Living Area 2,153 sq ft
Lot Size 0.05 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Washer/dryer
Fireplace Family Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Covered Patio/deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Covered

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Deeded, Assigned, Common
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric 110 Volts
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $20,858
Assessed Value $1,904,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Washer/Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security: TV Monitor, Concierge

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1935
Effective Year (Renovated): 1989
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Covered Patio/Deck
Patio & Porch: Covered
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Deeded, Assigned, Common

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Family Room
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Navigable Water, Ocean, Harbor, Deep Water Access, Direct Access, Marina, Public
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina

Location

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Neighborhood

Charlestown's Navy Yard

197 Eighth Street, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
St. Peter Academy School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Condon K-8 School
0.3 mi | #345 of 352 | Score: 24.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
518 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
F
Tynan Elementary School
0.7 mi | #816 of 824 | Score: 24.8
Dropped 94 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
227 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.7 mi | #155 of 346 | Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students Moderate
High Graduation Rate Rising School
Grades 05-12
F
Clap Elementary School
0.8 mi | #808 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
140 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
0.9 mi | #167 of 346 | Score: 53.7
Improved 31 spots from last year
-4.5 below state avg
708 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
Saint John Paul II Academy - Columbia
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.2 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Dever Elementary School
1.2 mi | #752 of 824 | Score: 32.4
Improved 56 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
445 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.3 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
< 0.1 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.9 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.0 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.3 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
2.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.0 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
UP Academy
< 0.1 mi
McCormack Middle
1.2 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
1.1 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.2 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.2 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.6 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.0 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Newman School
2.0 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.1 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.5 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 06-09
D
Charlestown High School
3.3 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Property History

Market Insights

97.8%
Price Range
358
Total Days on Market
3
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73336692
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Dec 10, 2025
$1,765,000
MLS #73336692
Previous Transaction - MLS #73203058
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Dec 20, 2024
$40,000
MLS #73203058
Sold
Nov 25, 2024
$1,400,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 358
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Listed for Sale
Sep 8, 2024
$1,474,000
Original listing
Agent: Sherry A. Grancey Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #73183054
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Mar 15, 2024
$1,800,000
MLS #73183054

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Dec 10, 2025 Sold $1,765,000
Dec 20, 2024 Sold $40,000
Sep 8, 2024 New Listing Added $1,474,000
Mar 15, 2024 Sold $1,800,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
30 days
Price per Sq Ft
$650

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $20,858 $1,904,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$20,858
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$2,733
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,904,500

Listing Information

Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB911170
Office MLS ID BB9059
Listing Data Updated Nov 25, 2024 3:26 PM EST
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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