197 Eighth Street, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$1,250,000
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,657
Sq Ft
$754
Price/Sq Ft
1989
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
Condominium
Type
91
Days on Market
Sold 2006 Listed Oct 3, 2005 • MLS# 70271620 Copied! • Updated Mar 31, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,499,000
Final Sale Price: $1,250,000
Difference: $249,000 (-16.6%)
Performance Metrics
83.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
91
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $905
Sale $/sq ft: $754
This property sold for $754 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 16.6% below the original asking price.

At 91 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 28 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$754/sq ft
Area Median
$661/sq ft
Difference
+14.1%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

A SPECTACULAR TOP FLOOR PENTHOUSE WITH WALLS OF GLASS OVERLOOKING THE MARINA AND HARBOR! TWO PRIVATE DECKS OFFER UNOBSTRUCTED GORGEOUS VIEWS. CATHEDRAL CEILINGS WITH SKYLIGHTS, RECESSED LIGHTING, HARDWOOD FLOORS, PICTURE FRAME WAINSCOTING, AND A WOOD BURNING FIREPLACED LIVING ROOM. FORMAL ENTRY AND A GRANITE AND STAINLESS KITCHEN COMPLETE WITH A WINE COOLER. THIS BEAUTIFUL RESIDENCE COMES COMPLETE WITH 2 DEEDED GARAGE PARKING SPACES. ELEGANT FLAGSHIP WHARF LIVING AT ITS BEST.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

29.2%
Price Range
89
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73336692
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Previously Sold
Dec 10, 2025
$1,765,000
MLS #73336692
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Sold
May 8, 2006
$1,250,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 89
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Listed for Sale
Oct 3, 2005
$1,399,000
Original listing
Agent: Sherry A. Grancey Office: Grancey & Company R.E.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2005 $8,839 $823,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,839
Tax Year 2005
HOA Fee
$1,291
Per month
Assessed Value
$823,800

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1989
Living Area 1,657 sq ft
Stories 1
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump, Individual
Flooring Wood, Carpet
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Other, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Other

Exterior

Construction Stone
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features None
Total Spaces 4
Electric None
Water Public, City/town Water, City/town Sewer
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Annual Tax $8,839
Assessed Value $823,800

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $1,291
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities Hot Water, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Sauna/steam, Storage, Garden Area, Parking
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint None
Seller Disclosures 2% Of Sale Price Paid By Seller To Bra; Fee Increase In 05
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["High-Rise"]
Unit/Building PH212
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 89 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1989
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,657 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
9

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Carpet
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Other, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Other
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Doorman

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1989
Structure Type: High-Rise
Exterior Materials: Stone
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Heat Pump
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump, Individual
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water, City/Town Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Harbor, Access
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility
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
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.4 mi | #594 of 825 | Score: 41.1
Dropped 186 spots from last year
-17.1 below state avg
315 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.6 mi | #47 of 352 | Score: 57.5
Improved 3 spots from last year
-0.7 below state avg
779 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
C+
Mario Umana Academy
0.6 mi | #11 of 16 | Score: 26.5
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.7 below state avg
585 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
East Boston Central Catholic School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
St. John Elementary School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
0.7 mi | #86 of 352 | Score: 50.9
Improved 3 spots from last year
-7.3 below state avg
544 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
0.7 mi | #5 of 12 | Score: 45.2
Improved 124 spots from last year
-13 below state avg
100 students Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades PK-06
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
0.8 mi | #784 of 825 | Score: 29.9
Dropped 59 spots from last year
-28.3 below state avg
248 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
C-
Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School
0.8 mi | #669 of 825 | Score: 37.4
Improved 48 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
285 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
0.9 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
78 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.8 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.1 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
4.4 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.5 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.8 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
4.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.6 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
9.2 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Edwards Middle
0.9 mi
UP Academy
2.8 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.6 mi | #319 of 346 | Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
1.0 mi | #300 of 346 | Score: 38.2
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
1,181 students Moderate
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.9 mi | #279 of 346 | Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
2.2 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
2.4 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.5 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.6 mi | #20 of 346 | Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.6 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.9 mi | #20 of 25 | Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
4.3 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

Charlestown

197 Eighth Street, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sherry A. Grancey
Listing Office Grancey & Company R.E.
Office Phone 617-242-4222
Agent MLS ID BB911170
Office MLS ID BB3112
Listing Data Updated Mar 31, 2025 10:48 PM EDT
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