258 Shawmut Ave # 5, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$1,029,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,039,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,029,000
Difference:
$10,000 (-1.0%)
Performance Metrics
99.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,060
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,050
This property sold for $1,050 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 1.0% below the original asking price.
With only 18 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
This gracious, prime location New York prewar style apartment in a classic condominium building offers nearly 1000 square feet and two real bedrooms. Enter to hallway that leads to spectacular corner exposure bow front living room w/ornate original fireplace mantel, wall of lovely bookshelves and striking Back Bay skyline views. Living space is open to oversized double windowed dining room which is serviced by the adjacent, separate and spacious fully equipped kitchen. Both bedrooms are ample in size and feature stunning skyline views of their own. Hardwood floors throughout. The building's capstone is a massive common roof deck that provides a 360 degree panorama for the residents to enjoy. All the amenities the South End has to offer are right at your feet--restaurants, shops, theatre, SOWA arts district and open market. Peters Park dog space is just steps away. Say goodbye to the ordinary and make this spectacular property your next home.
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Property History
Market Insights
1%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Jul 1, 2026
$1,029,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
Status: Active under contract
Apr 15, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Apr 12, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Apr 9, 2026
$1,039,000
Original listing
Agent: Steven Cohen Team
Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Listed for Sale
Apr 9, 2026
$1,039,000
Original listing
Agent: Steven Cohen Team
Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2026 | ✓ Sold | $1,029,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/15/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 04/12/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 04/09/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,039,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/09/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,039,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,227 | $969,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$11,227
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$480
Per month
Assessed Value
$969,500
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1885
Living Area
980 sq ft
Lot Size
0.02 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Electric
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$11,227
Assessed Value
$969,500
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$480
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
12
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building
5
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed (1)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
20 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1885
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
980 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
980 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof + Access Rights
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:
Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1885
Structure Type:
Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Electric
Heating Zones:
5
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Park, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
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
Blackstone Elementary School
0.2 mi
|
#808 of 825
|
Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.3 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.6 mi
|
#259 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.8 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
The Learning Project
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-06
F
Condon K-8 School
0.9 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
Park Street School
0.9 mi
Grades K-07
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.0 mi
|
#766 of 825
|
Score: 31.2
Improved 35 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
201 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.0 mi
|
#325 of 352
|
Score: 28.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
716 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.1 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.8 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.2 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
Nativity Prep School
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.6 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.5 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.0 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
1.1 mi
Timilty Middle
1.5 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.2 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.4 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
Newman School
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.3 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.4 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 School
1.7 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.0 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.2 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.6 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
Meridian Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
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Neighborhood
South End
258 Shawmut Ave # 5, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Steven Cohen Team
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Office Phone
617-542-0012
Agent MLS ID
TM003012
Office MLS ID
BB5522
Listing Data Updated
Jul 2, 2026 11:42 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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