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5 Allston Street # 2, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$1,050,000
Est. $6,587/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,247
Sq Ft
$842
Price/Sq Ft
1870
Year Built
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 15, 2024 • MLS# 73238772 Copied!

About this home

*OFFER ACCEPTED - WEEKEND OPEN HOUSES CANCELED* - Magazine quality penthouse duplex with Monument views! Located in historic brownstone ca.1870, this custom & meticulous renovation provides an idyllic floorplan with incredible detail throughout; a seamless blend of old-world charm meets modern living. Large & welcoming living with shiplap + soapstone surround gas fireplace (featuring a handcrafted mantle from the home's original wood frame!) + custom bar with with built-in wine storage. Chef's kitchen provides designer cabinetry, professional grade appliances, morning sun, and dedicated formal dining area. Spectacular primary bed features 11' ceiling, room for a king-size, custom closets, and breathtaking Monument views. Spa-bath with oversized quartzite vanity, tile-surround shower, and radiant heat flooring. Spacious guest bed with exposed brick is ideal for a growing family. Enjoy all seasons on the gigantic enclosed patio! A special property in most desirable Charlestown location

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner GILBOY JONATHAN
Mailing Address 5 ALLSTON ST, CHARLESTOWN, MA, 02129

Land Use

Use Code 104
Description Two-Family
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $846,000

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $223,200 $622,800 $846,000

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Apr 7, 2014 $790,000 52837/234

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Nov 15, 2024 Short Form Bldg Permit
OTHER
Other
Permit #SF1669764
Open $15,000
Jun 29, 2022 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1349320
Closed $10
Jun 28, 2022 Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1350388
Closed $1,500
May 17, 2022 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1332847
Closed $91,275
May 16, 2022 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTDEM
Demolition - Interior
Permit #SF1329942
Closed $500
Nov 4, 2021 Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1264531
Closed $9,200
Nov 4, 2021 Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1264533
Closed $900
Sep 1, 2021 Long Form/Alteration Permit
ADDITION
Addition
Permit #ALT1058792
Closed $200,000
Aug 10, 2021 Short Form Bldg Permit
EXTREN
Renovations - Exterior
Permit #SF1230320
Closed $7,000
Jun 11, 2021 Electrical Low Voltage
LVOLT
Low Voltage
Permit #ELV1203122
Closed $1,000
Jun 3, 2021 Electrical Fire Alarms
FA
Fire Alarm
Permit #EFA1203121
Closed $1,000
Jun 3, 2021 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1203123
Closed $13,000
Data: City of Boston Open Data (Analyze Boston)

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Match: address_exact (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1870
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,247 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,015,000
Final Sale Price: $1,050,000
Difference: +$35,000 (+3.4%)
Performance Metrics
103.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $814
Sale $/sq ft: $842
This property sold for $842 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 39 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$842/sq ft
Area Average
$423/sq ft
Difference
+98.9%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1870
Living Area 1,247 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features Patio - Enclosed
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio - Enclosed

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $9,751
Assessed Value $1,218,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1870
Effective Year (Renovated): 2021
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Heat Pump
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Marina, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

Charlestown

5 Allston Street # 2, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

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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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
0.1 mi | #85 of 352 | Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
0.2 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
73 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.4 mi | #589 of 824 | Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.1 mi | #48 of 352 | Score: 57.2
Improved 2 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
784 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
C+
Mario Umana Academy
1.2 mi | #11 of 16 | Score: 26.9
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.3 below state avg
634 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
St. John Elementary School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
1.3 mi | #777 of 824 | Score: 30.7
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
256 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
East Boston Central Catholic School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School
1.4 mi | #670 of 824 | Score: 37.5
Improved 47 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
279 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
1.5 mi | #5 of 12 | Score: 45.3
Improved 124 spots from last year
-12.9 below state avg
109 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
3.3 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.2 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
4.5 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.8 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
Dearborn Middle School
5.1 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
5.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
6.0 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
9.3 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
Edwards Middle
0.2 mi
UP Academy
3.3 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.2 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
C-
East Boston High School
1.5 mi | #305 of 346 | Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students Less Diverse
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Newman School
2.1 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
2.2 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
2.7 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.5 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.6 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.8 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
4.4 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
4.5 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
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Property History

Market Insights

10.6%
Price Range
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Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73533979
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🏡
Currently Listed
Jun 11, 2026
$1,135,000
MLS #73533979 - Active
Sold
Jun 21, 2024
$1,050,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
May 15, 2024
$1,015,000
Original listing
Agent: Adam Geragosian Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 11, 2026 Sold $1,135,000
May 15, 2024 New Listing Added $1,015,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
5 days
Price per Sq Ft
$842

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $9,751 $1,218,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,751
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$265
Per month
Assessed Value
$1,218,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Adam Geragosian
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID G8000450
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Jun 21, 2024 3:12 PM 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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