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290 Shawmut Ave # 4, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$899,000
Est. $5,294/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
681
Sq Ft
$1,320
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1910
Year Built
Condominium
Type
40
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$26,000 Listed Apr 21, 2026 • MLS# 73504990 Copied!

About this home

Spectacular top-floor residence in the coveted Eight Streets District of the South End, offering a sunlit, tree-top retreat with skyline views. This bright and efficiently designed home lives larger than its footprint, enhanced by thoughtfully integrated custom built-ins including extensive closet systems, media storage, and bedroom shelving. The layout is both functional and refined, ideal as a pied-à-terre or full-time city residence. Enjoy rare dual outdoor spaces with a private deck and private roof deck—perfect for entertaining or quiet moments above the city. Additional highlights include unique attic storage with a charming lofted nook, adding both character and valuable extra space. Moments from the South End’s best restaurants, boutiques, parks, and transit, this home offers a seamless blend of comfort, design, and location.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner HEROUX JAMES
Mailing Address 292 SHAWMUT AVE, BOSTON, MA, 02118

Land Use

Use Code 105
Description Three-Family
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $2,102,700

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $522,800 $1,579,900 $2,102,700 —

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 5, 1999 $750,000 24068/092

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Jan 26, 2024 Short Form Bldg Permit
ROOF
Roofing
Permit #SF1530811 		Open $15,490
Oct 11, 2022 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTEXT
Interior/Exterior Work
Permit #SF1387086 		Open $3,996
Data: City of Boston Open Data (Analyze Boston)

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Property Data Comparison

Field Assessor MLS Match
Year built 1,910 1,910 ✓
Match: geocode_proximity (88.1% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
681 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1910
Living Area 681 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Ductless
Cooling Ductless
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Shingle, Other
Features Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $4,378
Assessed Value $701,700

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1910
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Shingle, Other
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Ductless
Cooling: Ductless
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

290 Shawmut Ave # 4, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.2 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
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.3 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
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.5 mi | #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 | #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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.9 mi
Grades K-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.9 mi | #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
F
Condon K-8 School
0.9 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
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.9 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
Park Street School
1.0 mi
Grades K-07
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.2 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.8 mi | #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 | #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
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.5 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.4 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.9 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
1.2 mi
Timilty Middle
1.4 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.1 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.4 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
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.3 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
1.3 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
1.7 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.0 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.2 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.6 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
Meridian Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 06-09
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Price Range

Property Timeline

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Price Reduced
May 6, 2026
$899,000 $26,000 (-2.81%)
From $925,000 to $899,000 (-2.8%)
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Listed for Sale
Apr 21, 2026
$925,000
Original listing
Agent: Ben Resnicow Office: Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 6, 2026 Price Changed $899,000 -$26,000
Apr 21, 2026 New Listing Added $925,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
40 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,320
Total Price Drop
-$26,000

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $4,378 $701,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,378
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$183
Monthly
Assessed Value
$701,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Ben Resnicow
Listing Office Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors
Agent MLS ID CT006341
Office MLS ID AN2589
Listing Data Updated May 10, 2026 4:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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