159 I St # 1, Boston MA 02127

Boston, MA 02127 • South Boston
$549,900
Est. $3,723/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.

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1
Beds
1
Baths
500
Sq Ft
$1,100
Price/Sq Ft
0.01
Acres
1890
Year Built
41
Days on Market
For Sale Listed Aug 27, 2026 • MLS# 73569271 Copied! • Updated Sep 14, 2026

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About this home

Fantastic opportunity to own a charming 1-bedroom, 3-room condo with private outdoor space in premier South Boston! Situated in a classic brick row house, Unit 1 at 159 I Street features high ceilings, large windows an open layout, with excellent natural light throughout. This nicely appointed unit features a ductless mini split system for heating and cooling, a remodeled tile bath with in unit laundry. The bedroom features a built in closet system. en-suite bath with direct access outside to your own private outdoor area—a rare urban luxury. Unbeatable location just blocks to M street Beach, L Street Beach, and Carson Beach, as well as East Broadway's bustling shops, cafes, and hot spots. Enjoy quick access to Castle Island and the Seaport District. Perfect for owner-occupants or investors alike! Come see this Pet friendly unit and enjoy all South Boston has to offer

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Property History

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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

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Back On Market
Sep 10, 2026
Active
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Status: Active under contract
Sep 1, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
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Listed for Sale
Aug 27, 2026
$549,900
Original listing
Agent: Michael Barrett Office: Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®
Previous Transaction - MLS #73242989
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jun 27, 2024
$545,000
MLS #73242989

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $5,966 $515,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,966
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$245
Monthly
Assessed Value
$515,200

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1890
Living Area 500 sq ft
Lot Size 0.01 acres
Stories 1
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Electric, Ductless
Cooling Ductless
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry First Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame, Brick
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck
Features None
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $5,966
Assessed Value $515,200

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $245 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Pets Yes
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 18 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
500 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials: Frame, Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric, Ductless
Cooling: Ductless
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:
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
F
Tynan Elementary School
0.2 mi | #819 of 825 | Score: 24.7
Dropped 97 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
218 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
St. Peter Academy School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Condon K-8 School
0.7 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
D
Dever Elementary School
1.1 mi | #768 of 825 | Score: 31.1
Improved 40 spots from last year
-27.1 below state avg
279 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-06
F
Clap Elementary School
1.1 mi | #811 of 825 | Score: 25.6
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-32.6 below state avg
144 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Saint John Paul II Academy - Columbia
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.3 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
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
1.3 mi | #154 of 346 | Score: 55.7
Improved 44 spots from last year
-2.5 below state avg
688 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
C-
Everett Elementary School
1.7 mi | #733 of 825 | Score: 33.5
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
283 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.7 mi | #808 of 825 | Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
0.5 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.3 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
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.5 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.7 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.4 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
0.5 mi
McCormack Middle
1.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.1 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
C
Quincy Upper School
1.6 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
Cathedral High School
1.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.1 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
Newman School
2.5 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.5 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.6 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
3.2 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
C-
East Boston High School
3.4 mi | #300 of 346 | Score: 38.2
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
1,181 students Moderate
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
3.5 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
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South Boston

159 I St # 1, Boston MA 02127

Boston, MA 02127

Listing Information

Listing Agent Michael Barrett
Listing Office Barrett, Chris. J., REALTORS®
Office Phone 781-245-5011
Agent MLS ID CT000625
Office MLS ID B50201
Listing Data Updated Sep 14, 2026 3:05 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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