21 Ford Street, Boston MA 02128
Boston, MA 02128 • East Boston's Orient Heights
$2,550,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,950,000
Final Sale Price:
$2,550,000
Difference:
+$600,000 (+30.8%)
Performance Metrics
130.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$224
Sale $/sq ft:
$293
This property sold for $293 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 30.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 12 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Located in the heart of Orient Heights at the corner of Breed and Ford Streets, this parcel is a 3600 sf corner lot with a six plus (6+) bedroom multi-family. The configuration includes two - 2 bed / 1 bath units: four - 2 bed / 1bath units and an unoccupied office / store. Note - there are two parcels of land. Please see MLS # 73148407 - 17 Ford Street. The adjacent parcel is 2000 sf. is being sold with or separate from 21 Ford Street. It contains a free-standing 3-car garage with an additional 3 parking spaces. A courtyard is located behind the garage. For further information on the parcels as well as rent/expenses, please see attached property overview. .
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Property History
Market Insights
99.9%
Price Range
14
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73587275
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Oct 6, 2026
$3,500
MLS #73587275 - Active
Sold
Aug 6, 2024
$2,550,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 14
Listed for Sale
Aug 15, 2023
$1,950,000
Original listing
Agent: Lina Kriva Homes International Group
Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $3,500 | - | - | MLS #73587275 - Active |
| 08/06/2024 | ✓ Sold | $2,550,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 08/15/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,950,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $11,617 | $1,081,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$11,617
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$1,081,700
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
5-9 Family
Year Built
1920
Living Area
8,691 sq ft
Lot Size
0.08 acres
Bedrooms
10
Full Baths
6
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
34
Investment Metrics
Units
7
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Unit 3 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Other
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$11,617
Assessed Value
$1,081,700
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Floor Plans for are approximate.
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
14 days
Property Overview
Property Type
5-9 Family
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
10
Full Bathrooms
6
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
8,691 sq ft
Total Rooms
34
Stories
5
Levels
5
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Block
Stories:
5
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Other
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
F
Guild Elementary School
0.2 mi
|
#797 of 825
|
Score: 28.9
Dropped 226 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
243 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
B+
Bradley Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#270 of 825
|
Score: 51.7
Dropped 211 spots from last year
-6.5 below state avg
295 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C+
Otis Elementary School
1.6 mi
|
#540 of 825
|
Score: 43.4
Dropped 149 spots from last year
-14.8 below state avg
414 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C-
Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School
1.7 mi
|
#669 of 825
|
Score: 37.4
Improved 48 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
285 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
1.7 mi
|
#784 of 825
|
Score: 29.9
Dropped 59 spots from last year
-28.3 below state avg
248 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
C+
Mario Umana Academy
1.9 mi
|
#11 of 16
|
Score: 26.5
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.7 below state avg
585 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
D
McKay K-8 School
1.9 mi
|
#332 of 352
|
Score: 27.4
Dropped 36 spots from last year
-30.8 below state avg
599 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-08
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
1.9 mi
|
#5 of 12
|
Score: 45.2
Improved 124 spots from last year
-13 below state avg
100 students
Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-06
East Boston Central Catholic School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Adams Elementary School
2.1 mi
|
#770 of 825
|
Score: 31.0
Dropped 91 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
222 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
4.3 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
6.2 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
6.3 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
6.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
6.7 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
6.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
7.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
11.3 mi
|
#266 of 352
|
Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Edwards Middle
3.1 mi
UP Academy
4.3 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C-
East Boston High School
1.5 mi
|
#300 of 346
|
Score: 38.2
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
1,181 students
Moderate
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.8 mi
|
#319 of 346
|
Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
4.0 mi
|
#279 of 346
|
Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Cathedral High School
4.5 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
4.6 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
5.2 mi
|
#20 of 25
|
Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
5.7 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students
Moderate
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
5.8 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
5.9 mi
|
#20 of 346
|
Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
6.3 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
East Boston's Orient Heights
21 Ford Street, Boston MA 02128
Boston, MA 02128
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Lina Kriva Homes International Group
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Office Phone
617-542-0012
Agent MLS ID
TM326880
Office MLS ID
BB5522
Listing Data Updated
Aug 8, 2024 1:49 PM EDT
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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