Dimensions7.833333333 x 4.75
705 Massachusetts Ave # 8, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$750,000
Est. $5,361/month
About this home
Welcome to 705 Massachusetts Ave, a beautifully appointed penthouse corner residence set within an iconic South End brownstone. Thoughtfully updated and rich with natural light, this three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home blends architectural character with contemporary comfort. The open kitchen, oversized windows, and refined finishes create an inviting sense of scale throughout. Additional features include in-unit laundry, central air with Nest, Andersen windows, and a recently installed HVAC system. A newly constructed roof deck offers an exceptional vantage point with sweeping Boston skyline views. Perfectly positioned near BU Medical, the Silver Line, and I-93, with effortless access to Back Bay, Cambridge, and many of the South End’s acclaimed dining destinations. An outstanding opportunity for both end-users and investors seeking a well-located, turn-key home in one of Boston’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
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Property History
Market Insights
2.7%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73473455
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
May 8, 2026
$730,000
MLS #73473455
Listed for Sale
Nov 26, 2025
$750,000
Original listing
Agent: Shahab Madadi
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $730,000 | - | - | MLS #73473455 |
| 11/26/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $750,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,508 | $907,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$10,508
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$493
Monthly
Assessed Value
$907,400
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1910
Living Area
950 sq ft
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Deck - Roof
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$10,508
Assessed Value
$907,400
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$493 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
The Apartment Is Rented For $4500 To Boston Medical School Students; Lease Ending 6/30/2026.buyer And Buyers Agent To Verify All Information And Perform Their Own Due Diligence.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
8
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
42 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
950 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
950 sq ft above grade
Dimensions9.083333333 x 11.666666666
Dimensions5 x 6.583333333
Dimensions8.333333333 x 7.083333333
Dimensions5.083333333 x 4.416666666
Dimensions9.333333333 x 9
Dimensions18.25 x 12.25
Dimensions12.333333333 x 12.333333333
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof
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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1910
Effective Year (Renovated):
2000
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof
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
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.3 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.4 mi
|
#326 of 352
|
Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.4 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
Excel Academy Charter School
0.5 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
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#772 of 824
|
Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.6 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
Hale Elementary School
1.1 mi
|
#582 of 824
|
Score: 41.7
Dropped 281 spots from last year
-16.5 below state avg
162 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Kingsley Montessori School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-06
F
Condon K-8 School
1.2 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
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
Middle Schools
10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.2 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
1.3 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.7 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
Nativity Prep School
1.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.0 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.4 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
Timilty Middle
0.9 mi
UP Academy
1.3 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.5 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.7 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.8 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
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
Newman School
1.2 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.4 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+
Boston Latin Academy
1.4 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.0 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
Meridian Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
2.7 mi
|
#324 of 346
|
Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students
Moderate
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
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South End
705 Massachusetts Ave # 8, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Shahab Madadi
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID
CN250502
Office MLS ID
AN2383
Listing Data Updated
Jan 7, 2026 11:28 AM EST
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