21 Bowdoin Street # 5C, Boston MA 02114
Boston, MA 02114 • Beacon Hill
$699,900
$650,000
Est. $4,810/month
About this home
Experience elevated Beacon Hill living in this meticulously maintained top floor one bedroom residence in an elevator building. True pride of ownership shines through extensive modern upgrades, including beautiful replacement hardwood floors, a fully renovated bathroom with elegant marble tile floors & the highly coveted addition of an in-unit washer & dryer. Thoughtfully designed open living area & kitchen concept feature granite countertops, custom maple cabinets & peninsula, as well as gas cooking. The spacious rear bedroom offers a peaceful & relaxing retreat with abundant closet storage. Equipped with unit controlled air conditioning, the home provides seasonal comfort during warmer months. Additional private storage included both on the 5th floor & basement. Well managed property & healthy association with recently updated common areas & onsite superintendent. Spectacular location with Whole Foods, Target, public transportation, MGH & Suffolk practically at your doorstep!
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Property History
Market Insights
2
Price Changes
7.1%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 17, 2026
$650,000
$20,000
(-2.99%)
From $670,000 to $650,000 (-3.0%)
Price Reduced
Jun 24, 2026
$670,000
$29,900
(-4.27%)
From $699,900 to $670,000 (-4.3%)
Listed for Sale
May 6, 2026
$699,900
Original listing
Agent: Joshua Drawas
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $650,000 | $20,000 | - | From $670,000 to $650,000 (-3.0%) |
| 06/24/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $670,000 | $29,900 | - | From $699,900 to $670,000 (-4.3%) |
| 05/06/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $699,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $6,758 | $545,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,758
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$760
Monthly
Assessed Value
$545,000
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1890
Living Area
578 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,758
Assessed Value
$545,000
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$760 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash, Air Conditioning, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s), Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Tax Figure Does Not Reflect Current Exemption Of $4, 353.74. Owner Currently Pays $2, 415.90.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise","Brownstone"]
Unit/Building
5C
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
76 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
578 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
5
Room Details
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
578 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Other Floor
Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1890
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise, Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Advent School
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
St. John Elementary School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.6 mi
|
#48 of 352
|
Score: 57.2
Improved 2 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
784 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
The Learning Project
0.9 mi
Grades K-06
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
1.1 mi
|
#589 of 824
|
Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
1.2 mi
|
#85 of 352
|
Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.3 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
1.3 mi
|
#374 of 346
|
Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
73 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.0 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.0 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
3.4 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.5 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
Dearborn Middle School
3.8 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
8.2 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
Edwards Middle
1.3 mi
UP Academy
2.0 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.9 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
Newman School
1.1 mi
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
1.4 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
Cathedral High School
1.4 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
2.0 mi
|
#305 of 346
|
Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students
Less Diverse
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.5 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
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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.5 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.1 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.3 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
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Beacon Hill
21 Bowdoin Street # 5C, Boston MA 02114
Boston, MA 02114
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Joshua Drawas
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID
CN202935
Office MLS ID
AN2383
Listing Data Updated
Jul 21, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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