This gracious, prime location New York prewar style apartment in a classic condominium building offers nearly 1000 square feet and two real bedrooms. Enter to hallway that leads to spectacular corner exposure bow front living room w/ornate original fireplace mantel, wall of lovely bookshelves and striking Back Bay skyline views. Living space is open to oversized double windowed dining room which is serviced by the adjacent, separate and spacious fully equipped kitchen. Both bedrooms are ample in size and feature stunning skyline views of their own. Hardwood floors throughout. The building's capstone is a massive common roof deck that provides a 360 degree panorama for the residents to enjoy. All the amenities the South End has to offer are right at your feet--restaurants, shops, theatre, SOWA arts district and open market. Peters Park dog space is just steps away. Say goodbye to the ordinary and make this spectacular property your next home.
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Community Amenities:Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Park, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
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Neighborhood
South End
258 Shawmut Ave # 5, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
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C-
🎓Where Graduates GoClass of 2021
52%attend college
38%4-Year14%2-Year7%Out of State7%Working
⚠School Safety2024-25
3.7%Above Average
3.2%Suspensions0.3%In-School0.5%Emergency
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1.8% below state avg
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Elementary Schools
10 schools
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.2 mi
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#809 of 824 |
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.3 mi
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#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
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.6 mi
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#258 of 352 |
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.8 mi
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#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
The Learning Project
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-06
F
Condon K-8 School
0.9 mi
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#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
Park Street School
0.9 mi
Grades K-07
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.0 mi
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#772 of 824 |
Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.0 mi
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#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
1.1 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.8 mi
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#349 of 352 |
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.2 mi
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#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
Nativity Prep School
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.6 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.5 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.0 mi
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#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
1.1 mi
Timilty Middle
1.5 mi
H
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.2 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.4 mi
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#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
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.3 mi
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#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
1.4 mi
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#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
1.7 mi
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#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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.0 mi
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#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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.2 mi
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#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
D
Charlestown High School
2.6 mi
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#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
Meridian Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
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Status: Active under contract
Apr 15, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
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Apr 12, 2026
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Agent: Steven Cohen TeamOffice: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
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Market Statistics
Days on Market
18 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,060
Tax History
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2025
$11,227
$969,500
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$11,227
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$480
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$969,500
Listing Information
Listing AgentSteven Cohen Team
Listing OfficeKeller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Agent MLS IDTM003012
Office MLS IDBB5522
Listing Data UpdatedApr 29, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.