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514 Massachusetts Ave. # 5, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$750,000
Est. $4,870/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
727
Sq Ft
$1,032
Price/Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
11 hours 48 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed Jun 8, 2026 • MLS# 73531943 Copied!

About this home

Perched atop a classic South End rowhouse, this sun-drenched two-bedroom residence offers timeless charm and effortless city living in coveted Chester Square. Spanning the entire top floor, the thoughtfully designed layout features hardwood floors, central air, and an inviting open-concept living and dining area that flows into an updated European-style kitchen. Two peaceful rear-facing bedrooms provide privacy and comfort, including a spacious primary with built-in window-seat storage and a second bedroom accented by a skylight. A versatile loft offers flexible space for a home office, sleeping nook or guest overflow, and leads to a refreshed private roof deck with sweeping Back Bay skyline views. Pet-friendly, well-maintained building with high owner occupancy. A rare opportunity to enjoy exceptional light, privacy, and outdoor space in one of Boston's most desirable neighborhoods, moments from acclaimed restaurants, boutiques, public transit, parks and universities.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
727 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
4

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 727 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Heat Pump
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features Closet, Recessed Lighting, Loft

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features Deck - Roof, City View(s)
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $8,010
Assessed Value $640,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Interior Features: Closet, Recessed Lighting, Loft
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Effective Year (Renovated): 1998
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Heat Pump
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Heat Pump
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, City View(s)
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

514 Massachusetts Ave. # 5, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

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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

3 schools
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.1 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.3 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
Blackstone Elementary
0.4 mi
M

Middle Schools

1 school
Timilty Middle
0.8 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Madison Park High
0.7 mi
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.8 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
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Property Tax $668
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $210/mo
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Year 15
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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Jun 8, 2026
$750,000
Original listing
Agent: Dara Singleton Office: Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate - The Shanahan Group

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 8, 2026 New Listing Added $750,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
11 hours 48 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$1,032

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $8,010 $640,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,010
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$210
Monthly
Assessed Value
$640,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Dara Singleton
Listing Office Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate - The Shanahan Group
Agent MLS ID BB806226
Office MLS ID AN0122
Listing Data Updated Jun 9, 2026 3:30 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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