520 Shawmut Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
$3,350
$3,200/mo
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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.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
99.4%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Sep 21, 2026
$3,200
$150
(-4.48%)
From $3,350 to $3,200 (-4.5%)
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
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/21/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $3,200 | $150 | - | From $3,350 to $3,200 (-4.5%) |
| 09/03/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,350 | - | - | Original listing |
| 09/01/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $545,000 | - | - | MLS #73543404 |
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
Interior
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
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
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
Additional Details
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)
18 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
800 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
0 sq ft above grade
800 sq ft below grade
Display Options
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Electric, Electric Baseboard, Heat Pump
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
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
Middle Schools
1 school
Timilty Middle
0.9 mi
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
Sep 21, 2026 11:00 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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