181 West 5th St # 2, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127
$3,200/mo
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$3,500
Final Sale Price:
$3,200
Difference:
$300 (-8.6%)
Performance Metrics
91.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
82
Days on Market
Extended listing
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 8.6% below the original asking price.
The property spent 82 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$4/sq ft
Area Median
$5/sq ft
Difference
23.9%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Cozy, 3 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment on the West Side of South Boston. Close to public transportation... Bedroom sizes differ, small, medium, & large... The unit features hardwood throughout, stainless steel appliances, exclusive full-size laundry in the basement. Also featuring a spacious common roof deck with commanding views of the city. Brokerage fee paid by tenants.
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Property History
Market Insights
99.5%
Price Range
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73548513
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 21, 2026
$3,700
MLS #73548513
Previous Transaction - MLS #73517051
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 16, 2026
$599,000
MLS #73517051
Leased
Aug 3, 2023
Rental listing closed
Listed for Rent
May 12, 2023
$3,200
Original listing
Agent: SPG Brokerage
Office: Sun Property Group
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/21/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $3,700 | - | - | MLS #73548513 |
| 07/16/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $599,000 | - | - | MLS #73517051 |
| 08/03/2023 | ✓ Leased | - | - | - | Rental listing closed |
| 05/12/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,200 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Condominium
Living Area
780 sq ft
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2023
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Hot Water
Security Deposit
$3,500
Required
First MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Deck - Wood
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Wood
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
2
Sq Ft Source
Unit Floor Plan
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
83 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Leased
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
780 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
780 sq ft above grade
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Wood
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Wood
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
10 schools
F
Condon K-8 School
< 0.1 mi
|
#345 of 352
|
Score: 24.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
518 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
|
#816 of 824
|
Score: 24.8
Dropped 94 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
227 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.8 mi
|
#155 of 346
|
Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
F
Clap Elementary School
1.0 mi
|
#808 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
140 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.1 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
1.2 mi
|
#167 of 346
|
Score: 53.7
Improved 31 spots from last year
-4.5 below state avg
708 students
Diverse
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: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.3 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
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: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.1 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 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
|
#265 of 352
|
Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
UP Academy
0.3 mi
McCormack Middle
1.4 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
1.0 mi
|
#268 of 346
|
Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate
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
|
#19 of 25
|
Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 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: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students
Diverse
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: 61.1
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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.2 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.5 mi
|
#19 of 346
|
Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 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
|
#322 of 346
|
Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 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
181 West 5th St # 2, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127
Listing Information
Listing Agent
SPG Brokerage
Listing Office
Sun Property Group
Office Phone
978-381-9037
Agent MLS ID
TM307153
Office MLS ID
NB4392
Listing Data Updated
Jan 15, 2026 3:05 PM 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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