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556 E 5th St # 1, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127 • South Boston
$735,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$750,000
Final Sale Price:
$735,000
Difference:
$15,000 (-2.0%)
Performance Metrics
98.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$569
Sale $/sq ft:
$557
This property sold for $557 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 2.0% below the original asking price.
With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Life is good on the east side in the heart of South Boston! This meticulously maintained unit offers endless potential. With a big open concept style living space, perfect for lounging and entertaining, this unit is bathed in natural light with warm hardwood floors. Great kitchen with exposed brick and a full complement of stainless appliances, an island prep station and that rare walk-in pantry. The bedrooms are nicely sized and a designer bath rounds out the living area. An excellent private storage and laundry room is housed in the basement. Outdoors reveals a big patio and planting areas set behind a privacy hedge exclusive to this unit. Outdoor recreation includes easy access to the beaches, yacht club, and renowned Castle Island. You’ll enjoy urban living at your doorstep with the full array of nightlife, dining and shopping that South Boston has to offer. Commute easily to downtown and beyond via public transportation and readily accessible major highways
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Property History
Market Insights
2%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Apr 1, 2024
$735,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
Listed for Sale
Feb 21, 2024
$750,000
Original listing
Agent: The Broadway Group
Office: Engel & Volkers Boston
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01/2024 | ✓ Sold | $735,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 02/21/2024 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $750,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,495 | $697,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,495
Tax Year 2023
HOA Fee
$300
Monthly
Assessed Value
$697,900
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1890
Living Area
1,319 sq ft
Lot Size
0.02 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Basement
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,495
Assessed Value
$697,900
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$300 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
Dining room could easily house a 3rd bedroom, if needed.
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
20 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,319 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
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Display Options
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:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1890
Effective Year (Renovated):
2014
Structure Type:
Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public 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
10 schools
F
Tynan Elementary School
< 0.1 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
St. Peter Academy School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Condon K-8 School
0.8 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
D
Dever Elementary School
1.2 mi
|
#768 of 825
|
Score: 31.1
Improved 40 spots from last year
-27.1 below state avg
279 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-06
F
Clap Elementary School
1.3 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
Saint John Paul II Academy - Columbia
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.4 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
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
1.4 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
C-
Everett Elementary School
1.8 mi
|
#733 of 825
|
Score: 33.5
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
283 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.8 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
10 schools
Middle School Academy
0.6 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.4 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
2.6 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
2.9 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
3.4 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.6 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
0.6 mi
McCormack Middle
1.1 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.2 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
C
Quincy Upper School
1.6 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
1.7 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.2 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
2.6 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.7 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
2.7 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
3.2 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
C-
East Boston High School
3.3 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
D
Charlestown High School
3.4 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
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Neighborhood
South Boston
556 E 5th St # 1, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127
Listing Information
Listing Agent
The Broadway Group
Listing Office
Engel & Volkers Boston
Office Phone
617-294-1103
Agent MLS ID
TM348733
Office MLS ID
AN3691
Listing Data Updated
Apr 2, 2024 9:48 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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