181 W 5th St # 2, Boston MA 02127

Boston, MA 02127 • South Boston
$268,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
720
Sq Ft
$372
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1900
Year Built
Condominium
Type
30
Days on Market
Sold 2011 Listed May 17, 2011 • MLS# 71233810 Copied! • Updated Jul 1, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $275,000
Final Sale Price: $268,000
Difference: $7,000 (-2.5%)
Performance Metrics
97.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
30
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $382
Sale $/sq ft: $372
This property sold for $372 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.5% below the original asking price.

The property spent 30 days on market before selling.

About this home

ADT Security System. Great 2 bedroom (+ office) unit with a spacious roof deck, great for entertaining with a fantastic view of Boston. Perfect location for commuting downtown- Close to Broadway T Station on the red line. This unit is in a well maintained ALL OWNER OCCUPIED building. Recently renovated to include new insulation and architectural detailing. Hardwood flooring throughout- stainless steel appliances. Separate Laundry and large private storage area in basement.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

99.5%
Price Range
34
Total Days on Market
3
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73548513
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Previously Sold
Jul 21, 2026
$3,700
MLS #73548513
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Previous Transaction - MLS #73517051
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Previously Sold
Jul 16, 2026
$599,000
MLS #73517051
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Previous Transaction - MLS #73110689
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Previously Sold
Aug 3, 2023
$3,200
MLS #73110689
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Sold
Jul 18, 2011
$268,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 34
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Listed for Sale
May 17, 2011
$275,000
Original listing
Agent: Don Hoffses Office: Sterling Lion, LLC

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2011 $3,011 $235,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,011
Tax Year 2011
HOA Fee
$128
Per month
Assessed Value
$235,400

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 720 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Stories 1
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling None
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup
Features Office

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Other (see Remarks)
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
Features On Street
Electric 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Water Public, Individual Meter, City/town Water, City/town Sewer
Sewer Public Sewer, Individual Meter
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer
Annual Tax $3,011
Assessed Value $235,400

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $128
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 3
Pets Yes
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 2
Sq Ft Source Unit Floor Plan
Documents Unit Deed, Master Plan, Floor Plans (3)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 34 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
720 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Office
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Security: Other, Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 2004
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, Individual Meter, City/Town Water, City/Town Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer, Individual Meter
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street
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
Condon K-8 School
< 0.1 mi | #347 of 352 | Score: 24.2
Improved 11 spots from last year
-34 below state avg
448 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Academy School
< 0.1 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Tynan Elementary School
0.7 mi | #819 of 825 | Score: 24.7
Dropped 97 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
218 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.8 mi | #149 of 346 | Score: 56.4
Improved 166 spots from last year
-1.9 below state avg
1,376 students Moderate
High Graduation Rate Rising School
Grades 05-12
F
Clap Elementary School
1.0 mi | #811 of 825 | Score: 25.6
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-32.6 below state avg
144 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.1 mi | #808 of 825 | Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
1.2 mi | #154 of 346 | Score: 55.7
Improved 44 spots from last year
-2.5 below state avg
688 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
Saint John Paul II Academy - Columbia
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.2 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.3 mi | #259 of 352 | Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
0.3 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.1 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
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.1 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.5 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
2.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.2 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
UP Academy
0.3 mi
McCormack Middle
1.4 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
1.0 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
Cathedral High School
1.0 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.4 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.7 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
Newman School
1.9 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.0 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 Academy
2.2 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
A+
Boston Latin School
2.5 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
D
Charlestown High School
3.0 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
Meridian Academy
3.1 mi
Grades 06-09
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Neighborhood

South Boston

181 W 5th St # 2, Boston MA 02127

Boston, MA 02127

Listing Information

Listing Agent Don Hoffses
Listing Office Sterling Lion, LLC
Office Phone 508-281-7402
Agent MLS ID CT003363
Office MLS ID NB3090
Listing Data Updated Jul 1, 2026 12:16 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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