19-21 Short St # 1, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$1,500,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,751
Sq Ft
$857
Price/Sq Ft
2004
Year Built
1
Garage Space
5
Days on Market
Sold Listed Sep 30, 2025 • MLS# 73437324 Copied! • Updated Nov 26, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,489,000
Final Sale Price: $1,500,000
Difference: +$11,000 (+0.7%)
Performance Metrics
100.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $850
Sale $/sq ft: $857
This property sold for $857 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.7% 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 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$857/sq ft
Area Median
$780/sq ft
Difference
+9.9%

This property sold slightly above the area median for similar homes.

About this home

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome in Charlestown, offering exceptional natural light and incredible space across three levels of thoughtfully designed living. The entry level features a charming suburban-inspired mudroom that doubles as a home office, along with a bedroom tucked at the rear of the home and a convenient half bath, ideal for guests. Upstairs, the open-concept kitchen and dining area flow seamlessly to a private back deck, perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is outfitted with sleek Bosch stainless steel appliances, a spacious center island, and abundant cabinet storage. The adjacent living room boasts custom built-ins, generous natural light, and a cozy gas fireplace. On the top floor, two large bedrooms each offer large custom closets. The primary suite includes a ensuite bathroom with a double vanity and an additional full bath with a tub is located on this floor. The best part, two deeded parking spaces, one garage!

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Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

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Sold
Nov 14, 2025
Property sold
🏠
Listed for Sale
Sep 30, 2025
$1,489,000
Original listing
Office: Compass

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $9,360 $1,145,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,360
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$304
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,145,300

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 2004
Living Area 1,751 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Off Street, Assigned, Deeded, Paved, Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces 2
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $9,360
Assessed Value $1,145,300

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $304 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 3
Seller Disclosures Total Sf Including Garage Is 1961 Sf.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Townhouse"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Association Financial Statements (3)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 11 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2004
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,751 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
3
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2004
Effective Year (Renovated): 2004
Structure Type: Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street, Assigned, Deeded, Paved, Exclusive Parking

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Bike Path, Highway Access, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University
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

3 schools
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
0.3 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
78 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
0.5 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
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.8 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
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
Edwards Middle
0.3 mi
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.3 mi | #119 of 352 | Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
Next Wave Junior High School
1.3 mi
11 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Charlestown High
0.5 mi
D
Charlestown High School
0.5 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
Seaport Academy School
1.2 mi
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

Charlestown

19-21 Short St # 1, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Gaines Group
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID TM360638
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Nov 26, 2025 1:06 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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