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501 Shawmut Ave. # 3, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$899,900
$849,000
Est. $5,255/month
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About this home
Bright, spacious 835 SF front-to-back flat in a classic bow-front brownstone on a tree-lined street in the historic South End. Located just one flight up with city views, this home features an expansive open layout with high ceilings and a large living and dining area ideal for entertaining or everyday living. The primary bedroom offers a custom walk-in closet, while a versatile bonus room works perfectly as a guest room, home office, or nursery. A welcoming entry hallway with a generous storage closet adds everyday convenience. Rich in character and charm, the residence blends timeless architecture with modern livability. Additional highlights include plans for a private deck off the living room, potential to add in-unit washer/dryer, common storage, free laundry, and strong association reserves. Just steps to top restaurants, cafés, shops, and Blackstone Square Park designed by Charles Bulfinch—classic South End living at its best!
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Property History
Market Insights
2
Price Changes
5.7%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jun 23, 2026
$849,000
$20,000
(-2.3%)
From $869,000 to $849,000 (-2.3%)
Price Reduced
May 6, 2026
$869,000
$30,900
(-3.43%)
From $899,900 to $869,000 (-3.4%)
Listed for Sale
Apr 22, 2026
$899,900
Original listing
Agent: Michelle Robichaud
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/23/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $849,000 | $20,000 | - | From $869,000 to $849,000 (-2.3%) |
| 05/06/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $869,000 | $30,900 | - | From $899,900 to $869,000 (-3.4%) |
| 04/22/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $899,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,943 | $749,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,943
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$350
Monthly
Assessed Value
$749,700
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1900
Living Area
835 sq ft
Lot Size
0.02 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
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
$4,943
Assessed Value
$749,700
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$350 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
4
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
City Has Unit As 1 Bedroom - It Lives Like A 2 Bed With A Window But No Closet. Windows Replaced In 2019. Taxes With Residential Exemption Of $4, 353.74. Ask Agent About Expansion For Outdoor Deck.
Exclusions
Bright, Spacious 835-Square-Foot One-Plus-Bedroom, Front-To-Back Residence In A Classic Bow-Front Br
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building
3
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
98 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
835 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
835 sq ft above grade
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LevelFirst
LevelFirst
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Structure Type:
Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
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:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
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
< 0.1 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.4 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
0.5 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
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.5 mi
|
#326 of 352
|
Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.7 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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
1.1 mi
Grades K-06
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
F
Tobin K-8 School
1.1 mi
|
#344 of 352
|
Score: 25.1
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.1 below state avg
364 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.3 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
1.4 mi
Nativity Prep School
1.7 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.9 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
2.1 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.5 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
1.4 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.5 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.8 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
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
1.0 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.2 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
1.6 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
Meridian Academy
2.2 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.2 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
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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Neighborhood
South End
501 Shawmut Ave. # 3, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Michelle Robichaud
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Office Phone
617-266-4430
Agent MLS ID
A0001323
Office MLS ID
AN6192
Listing Data Updated
Jul 29, 2026 12:34 PM EDT
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