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481 Harrison Ave, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$8,150,000
Est. $48,823/month
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,200
Sq Ft
$2,547
Price/Sq Ft
2018
Year Built
20
Days on Market
Active Listed May 11, 2026 • MLS# 73515912 Copied!

About this home

A bespoke penthouse residence in the South End offering elevated design, sweeping views, and expansive outdoor space. PHB at the Jordan Lofts, thoughtfully updated in 2021, is a corner residence that delivers true single-level luxury living. This 3 bed, plus den (or 4th guest rm), plus office, & 3.5 bath home features panoramic skyline views & exceptional indoor-outdoor living w/ a sweeping private walk-out terrace plus 2 balconies. Dramatic open layout w/ retractable wall of windows, custom wide-plank floors, Lutron shades, integrated lighting,& a striking three-sided gas fireplace. Chef’s kitchen w/ top-tier appliances and curated finishes. Separate media room & finely appointed office. Luxurious primary suite w/fireplace, balcony, & spa-bath w/ soaking tub and designer walk-in closet. 2 large guest rms with ensuite baths. Concierge building, 2 garage parking spaces, & 2 deeded storage areas. A Rare “unicorn” penthouse for the discerning buyer in the South End’s coveted SoWa district

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SHONKOFF FAMILY REALTY TRUST
Mailing Address 477 HARRISON AV #5-A, BOSTON, MA, 02118

Land Use

Use Code 108
Description N/A

Tax Information

Assessed Value $55,200

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $55,200 $55,200

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
May 18, 2022 $1,540,000 67665/1
Jul 31, 2020 $6,400,000 63469/100
May 7, 2020 $1,475,000 62966/131
Jan 29, 2020 $1,990,000 62461/85
Nov 22, 2019 $2,850,000 62110/248
Sep 26, 2019 $2,975,000 61800/31
Jun 21, 2019 $4,000,000 61307/246
Jun 19, 2019 $2,000,000 61292/170
Jan 7, 2019 $1,395,000 60614/226
Aug 31, 2017 $2,800,000 58466/124

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Apr 29, 2026 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1842278
Open $3,000
Apr 7, 2026 Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1836889
Open $500
Apr 7, 2026 Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1836886
Open $3,500
Apr 3, 2026 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1836089
Open $42,800
Mar 20, 2026 Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1829263
Open $5,000
Mar 12, 2026 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1827354
Open $12,000
May 15, 2025 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1720712
Open $223,936
Apr 28, 2025 Certificate of Occupancy
CHGOCC
Change Occupancy
Permit #COO1705192
Closed $120,000
Feb 18, 2025 Long Form/Alteration Permit
CHGOCC
Change Occupancy
Permit #ALT1640187
Open $20,000
Dec 4, 2024 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1675950
Closed $20,000
Nov 1, 2024 Short Form Bldg Permit
SPRINK
Fire Protection/Sprinkler
Permit #SF1657640
Open $6,911
Sep 23, 2024 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1654773
Open $2,000
Sep 11, 2024 Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1618899
Open $5,000
Sep 10, 2024 Short Form Bldg Permit
OTHER
Other
Permit #SF1637651
Closed $110,000
Sep 4, 2024 Certificate of Occupancy
CHGOCC
Change Occupancy
Permit #COO1630987
Closed $1
Aug 14, 2024 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1636455
Closed $40,000
Jul 25, 2024 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1624333
Closed $5,000
Jul 16, 2024 Long Form/Alteration Permit
CHGOCC
Change Occupancy
Permit #ALT1600488
Closed $1
Jun 18, 2024 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1614140
Closed $38,300
Jun 12, 2024 Long Form/Alteration Permit
CHGOCC
Change Occupancy
Permit #ALT1581820
Closed $60,000
May 23, 2024 Electrical Fire Alarms
FA
Fire Alarm
Permit #EFA1605424
Open $2,000
May 23, 2024 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1605421
Closed $20,000
Feb 21, 2024 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1573623
Open $2,000
Feb 8, 2024 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1568314
Closed $3,500
Feb 2, 2024 Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1567282
Closed $5,000
Jan 18, 2024 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1559555
Closed $58,083
Jan 16, 2024 Electrical Fire Alarms
FA
Fire Alarm
Permit #EFA1562610
Open $5,500
Dec 27, 2023 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1554451
Open $11,040
Nov 10, 2023 Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1543139
Closed $11,000
Nov 10, 2023 Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1543140
Closed $1,000
Sep 14, 2023 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1524971
Open $17,000
Jul 31, 2023 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1505537
Closed $60,000
Jun 29, 2023 Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1490909
Closed $11,570
Jun 29, 2023 Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1490917
Closed $11,450
Mar 9, 2023 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1446373
Closed $2,500
Mar 9, 2023 Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1446515
Closed $4,600
Feb 22, 2023 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1417921
Open $6,500
Feb 22, 2023 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1442852
Closed $5,000
Feb 3, 2023 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1436744
Closed $6,500
Jan 20, 2023 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1431672
Open $42,000
Jan 19, 2023 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1432820
Closed $3,888
Jan 19, 2023 Short Form Bldg Permit
ROOF
Roofing
Permit #SF1431848
Closed $1,338,500
Jan 9, 2023 Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1430622
Closed $4,750
Nov 23, 2022 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1407873
Open $59,000
Jun 14, 2022 Electrical Low Voltage
LVOLT
Low Voltage
Permit #ELV1342923
Open $250
Sep 28, 2021 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1253014
Open $1,000
Data: City of Boston Open Data (Analyze Boston)

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field Assessor MLS Match
Sqft 1 3,200
Match: geocode_proximity (89.6% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2018
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,200 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Stories
1
Entry Level
6

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 2018
Living Area 3,200 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features Office, Den, Wet Bar, Wired For Sound

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof, Balcony, Decorative Lighting, City View(s), Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Heated Garage, Deeded, Off Street
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Icemaker Connection

Financial

Annual Tax $54,788
Assessed Value $4,731,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Office, Den, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security: Doorman, Concierge

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2018
Effective Year (Renovated): 2020
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, Balcony, Decorative Lighting, City View(s), Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Under, Heated Garage, Deeded, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

481 Harrison Ave, 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
0.3 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
0.4 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
0.6 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
0.7 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
Condon K-8 School
0.8 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
St. Peter Academy School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
The Learning Project
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.0 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.0 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
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.0 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
2.3 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
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
1.0 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 | #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
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
1.4 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
1.8 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
2.1 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.7 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
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
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Property History

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
May 11, 2026
$8,150,000
Original listing
Agent: Joe DeAngelo Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 11, 2026 New Listing Added $8,150,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
20 days
Price per Sq Ft
$2,547

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $54,788 $4,731,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$54,788
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$2,846
Monthly
Assessed Value
$4,731,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Joe DeAngelo
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Agent MLS ID BB801810
Office MLS ID AN6192
Listing Data Updated May 15, 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.

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