520 Shawmut Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118
$2,950/mo
2
Beds
1
Baths
800
Sq Ft
999
Lot Sq Ft
43
Days on Market
Rented 2026 Listed Sep 3, 2026 • MLS# 73571810 Copied! • Updated Nov 3, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $3,350
Final Sale Price: $2,950
Difference: $400 (-11.9%)
Performance Metrics
88.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
43
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $4
Sale $/sq ft: $4
This property sold for $4 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.9% below the original asking price.

The property spent 43 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 49 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$4/sq ft
Area Median
$5/sq ft
Difference
26.4%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Cozy 2-Bed Garden-Level Home in the Heart of the South EndTucked into a classic brick rowhouse on tree-lined Shawmut Avenue, this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath garden-level home offers a walkout to your own private patio at the rear — a great spot for morning coffee or unwinding outdoors. The unit sits below grade at the front of the building and at grade in the back, giving the living space a bright, walkout feel toward the yard.Two bedrooms offer a compact, efficient layout well-suited to a bed and dresser setup, ideal for a single professional, couple, or roommates looking to be in the middle of everything the South End has to offer. In-unit washer/dryer adds everyday convenience.Steps from the South End's celebrated restaurants, cafés, boutiques, and galleries, with easy access to the Silver Line, Orange Line, and major highways.

Price & Status History

Market Insights

3
Price Changes
99.5%
Price Range
50
Total Days on Market
3
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

✓
Leased
Nov 1, 2026
$2,950
Rental listing closed
Days on Market: 50
⏳
Lease Pending
Oct 17, 2026
Lease pending
↓
Price Reduced
Oct 3, 2026
$2,950 $145 (-4.68%)
From $3,095 to $2,950 (-4.7%)
↓
Price Reduced
Sep 29, 2026
$3,095 $105 (-3.28%)
From $3,200 to $3,095 (-3.3%)
↓
Price Reduced
Sep 21, 2026
$3,200 $150 (-4.48%)
From $3,350 to $3,200 (-4.5%)
🏠
Listed for Rent
Sep 3, 2026
$2,950
Original listing
Agent: Jacek Rosa Office: Prime Realty
🏠
Listed for Rent
Sep 3, 2026
$3,350
Original listing
Agent: Jacek Rosa Office: Prime Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #73543404
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Sep 1, 2026
$545,000
MLS #73543404
Previous Transaction - MLS #70821182
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Apr 30, 2009
$365,000
MLS #70821182
Previous Transaction - MLS #70182528
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jun 28, 2005
$359,000
MLS #70182528

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Condominium
Living Area 800 sq ft
Lot Size 999 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Rental Details

Available Available Now
Lease Term Lease Terms(12),Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Water, Sewer, Snow Removal
Security Deposit $3,350
Required Last MonthDepositReferences
Pets Yes
Pet Policy Dogs OKCats OK
Heating Electric, Electric Baseboard, Heat Pump
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry In Unit
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

HOA Yes
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Owner
Sq Ft Disclosures Outdoor Patio space not inlcuded in sf.
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 50 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Leased
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
800 sq ft
Total Rooms
4

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
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Laundry: In Unit
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Utilities & Systems

Heating: Electric, Electric Baseboard, Heat Pump
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Exterior & Lot

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Parking & Garage

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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 | #259 of 352 | Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
Blackstone Elementary
0.3 mi
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.4 mi | #808 of 825 | Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

1 school
Timilty Middle
0.9 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
Cathedral High School
0.5 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
F
Boston Day and Evening Academy Charter School
0.7 mi | #346 of 346 | Score: 14.1
Improved 44 spots from last year
-44.1 below state avg
313 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 09-12
Madison Park High
0.8 mi
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Neighborhood

520 Shawmut Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jacek Rosa
Listing Office Prime Realty
Office Phone 617-369-5888
Agent MLS ID NB113993
Office MLS ID NB1080
Listing Data Updated Nov 3, 2026 9:29 AM EST
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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