Directly across from I Street Beach, this bright three-level residence offers stunning water views and a rare turnkey opportunity with value-add potential. Sunny townhouse layout features an open main living level with oversized windows facing the bay, two bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs plus a shared Juliet balcony, while the lower level offers a bonus third bedroom, home office, or workout space with additional full bathroom and laundry room.Primary bedroom features beautiful views of Dorchester Bay and direct access to the Juliet balcony, perfect for enjoying ocean breezes and morning coffee. Additional highlights include hardwood floors, high ceilings, new HVAC (2025), and new range, microwave, and washer/dryer (2026).Located just steps from the Harborwalk, Castle Island, and East Broadway’s best restaurants and shops. Rental Parking Option Available. With roof roof deck plans in hand offering panoramic water and skyline views, this is one you won't want to miss!
For sale
Price cut: $66K (6/25)
$959,000
1520 Columbia Rd #2, South Boston, MA 02127
3beds
1,867sqft
Condominium, Townhouse
Built in 2001
1,867 Square Feet Lot
$935,000 Zestimate®
$514/sqft
$200/mo HOA
What's special
Open main living levelSunny townhouse layoutHardwood floorsShared juliet balconyStunning water viewsBright three-level residenceHigh ceilings
- 43 days |
- 1,710 |
- 77 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael Clark 781-962-1568,
Inbound Real Estate Inc. 617-266-0403
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73518333
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3
- Features: Fireplace, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Kitchen
- Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook
Living room
- Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Central Vacuum
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,867
- Total interior livable area: 1,867 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,314
- Finished area below ground: 553
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Rented, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Bay, Bay, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 1,867 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:07 P:02000 S:004,4276184
- Zoning: CD
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Condominium, Townhouse
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, University
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Services included: Insurance
- HOA fee: $2,400 annually
Location
- Region: South Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $514/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,099,600
- Annual tax amount: $12,733
- Date on market: 5/13/2026
Estimated market value
$935,000
$888,000 - $982,000
$5,967/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Price change | $959,000-6.4%$514/sqft |
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| 6/12/2026 | Listed for rent | $5,700+39%$3/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Price change | $1,025,000-6.7%$549/sqft |
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| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,099,000+75.8%$589/sqft |
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| 3/30/2019 | Listing removed | $4,100$2/sqft |
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| 3/21/2019 | Listed for rent | $4,100+5.1%$2/sqft |
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| 6/5/2018 | Listing removed | $3,900$2/sqft |
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| 6/2/2018 | Listed for rent | $3,900+14.7%$2/sqft |
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| 4/8/2014 | Listing removed | $3,400$2/sqft |
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| 2/24/2014 | Listed for rent | $3,400+13.3%$2/sqft |
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| 12/13/2013 | Sold | $625,000-10.7%$335/sqft |
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| 9/20/2013 | Price change | $699,900-4.1%$375/sqft |
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| 9/12/2013 | Listed for sale | $729,900+40.4%$391/sqft |
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| 8/24/2012 | Listing removed | $3,000$2/sqft |
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| 6/20/2012 | Listed for rent | $3,000$2/sqft |
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| 6/26/2008 | Sold | $520,000-12.6%$279/sqft |
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| 3/22/2008 | Price change | $594,900+6.4%$319/sqft |
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| 1/26/2008 | Listed for sale | $559,000-7.6%$299/sqft |
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| 8/11/2004 | Sold | $605,000$324/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,733 +19.7% | $1,099,600 +12.6% |
| 2024 | $10,641 +3.6% | $976,200 +2.1% |
| 2023 | $10,271 +2.7% | $956,300 +4% |
| 2022 | $10,003 +4% | $919,400 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,618 +7.6% | $901,400 +6.5% |
| 2020 | $8,937 +7.2% | $846,300 +7% |
| 2019 | $8,339 +5.6% | $791,200 +5% |
| 2018 | $7,895 +332.2% | $753,300 +7% |
| 2017 | $1,827 -75% | $704,200 +6% |
| 2016 | $7,307 -4.3% | $664,300 +5.4% |
| 2015 | $7,632 +10.7% | $630,200 +20.1% |
| 2013 | $6,895 +0.3% | $524,700 -0.5% |
| 2012 | $6,875 +2% | $527,200 |
| 2011 | $6,743 +7.7% | $527,200 |
| 2010 | $6,263 +12.1% | $527,200 +0.3% |
| 2009 | $5,588 -3.1% | $525,700 |
| 2008 | $5,767 -9.2% | $525,700 -9% |
| 2007 | $6,348 | $577,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: South Boston
Nearby schools
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- 5/10Joseph P. Tynan Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10James F. Condon SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Excel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02127
- South Boston
- 1520 Columbia Rd Unit 2
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