This top-floor one-bedroom features high ceilings, a decorative fireplace, oversized windows, exposed brick, and sweeping city views. The character you'd expect from a Saint Botolph address, original detail and oak floors, paired with modern updates including a recently renovated kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a private roof deck. A private storage unit in the basement adds rare practical value. Saint Botolph is a beautiful, tree-lined street right on the Back Bay/South End line, with easy access to exceptional dining, shopping, and multiple T stops in either direction.
Pending
$749,000
198 Saint Botolph St APT 8, Boston, MA 02115
1beds
631sqft
Condominium, Townhouse
Built in 1890
622 Square Feet Lot
$728,000 Zestimate®
$1,187/sqft
$488/mo HOA
What's special
Decorative fireplaceIn-unit laundryExposed brickOriginal detailPrivate roof deckBeautiful tree-lined streetSweeping city views
- 59 days |
- 51 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Miller & Co. 617-286-6833,
Compass 617-206-3333
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73512925
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Internet Available - Broadband, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 631
- Total interior livable area: 631 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 631
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof
Lot
- Size: 622 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:04 P:02355 S:016,4758769
- Zoning: CD
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Condominium, Townhouse
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station, University
- Security: Intercom
HOA
- Amenities included: Hot Water
- Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $488 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,187/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $677,800
- Annual tax amount: $7,849
- Date on market: 5/5/2026
Estimated market value
$728,000
$692,000 - $764,000
$3,657/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Pending sale | $749,000$1,187/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73512925 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Contingent | $749,000$1,187/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73512925 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,000+182.6%$1,187/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73512925 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MLS PIN #73111444 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,000+11.1%$5/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73111444 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2019 | Listing removed | $2,700$4/sqft |
Source: Compass Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,700$4/sqft |
Source: Compass Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2016 | Listing removed | $2,700+8%$4/sqft |
Source: Ascend Realty Group #72069597 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2011 | Listing removed | $2,500$4/sqft |
Source: Ascend Realty Group #71276241 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2011 | Listed for rent | $2,500$4/sqft |
Source: Ascend Realty Group #71276241 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2001 | Sold | $265,000+48%$420/sqft |
Source: LINK #28910 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/1999 | Sold | $179,000$284/sqft |
Source: LINK #6790 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,849 +10% | $677,800 +3.5% |
| 2024 | $7,138 +4.6% | $654,900 +3.1% |
| 2023 | $6,825 +3.6% | $635,500 +5% |
| 2022 | $6,586 +2% | $605,300 |
| 2021 | $6,459 +11% | $605,300 +9.9% |
| 2020 | $5,819 +3.3% | $551,000 +3.1% |
| 2019 | $5,634 +6.6% | $534,500 +6% |
| 2018 | $5,285 +320% | $504,300 +6% |
| 2017 | $1,258 -75% | $475,900 +4% |
| 2016 | $5,034 -0.7% | $457,600 +9.3% |
| 2015 | $5,069 +4.9% | $418,600 +9% |
| 2014 | $4,833 +1.5% | $384,200 +6% |
| 2013 | $4,762 +7.1% | $362,400 +6.3% |
| 2012 | $4,445 +1.8% | $340,900 -0.1% |
| 2011 | $4,367 +7.7% | $341,400 |
| 2010 | $4,056 +13.2% | $341,400 +1.2% |
| 2009 | $3,584 -3.1% | $337,200 |
| 2008 | $3,699 -1.9% | $337,200 -1.7% |
| 2007 | $3,770 | $343,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hurley K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- NACarter SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02115
- Back Bay
- 198 Saint Botolph St Apartment 8






