Penthouse-level 2 bed / 2 bath in the heart of Southie is not to be missed! Relax and entertain with ease in this updated ~900 sqft condo boasting an open floor plan, modern finishes, private outdoor space, common maintenance-free yard and roof rights. Featuring an open kitchen & living with access to massive private deck that makes for an amazing entertaining space. The upscale kitchen features quartz countertops, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar for prep & dining. The sunny front-facing primary bedroom offers an en suite bath with huge tiled shower, and excellent closet storage. The second bedroom works great as a guest room, office, or nursery - already outfitted with a convenient murphy bed. Central A/C, in-unit laundry, exclusive basement storage, and a pet-friendly association. This A+ location is set minutes from Broadway T, Southie’s best bars & restaurants, shops, the Seaport, parks & the beach.
Sold for $750,000
$750,000
242 W 5th St Penthouse 3, South Boston, MA 02127
2beds
872sqft
Condominium, Townhouse
Built in 1890
-- sqft lot
$750,300 Zestimate®
$860/sqft
$4,094 Estimated rent
Home value
$750,300
$713,000 - $788,000
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Modern finishesIn-unit laundryOpen floor planQuartz countertopsPrivate outdoor spaceRoof rightsMassive private deck
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Listed by:
The Rasner Group 617-823-9780,
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay 617-542-0012,
Ilya Jacob Rasner 617-823-9780
Bought with:
The Charles King Group
Real Broker MA, LLC
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73461188
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 161.56
- Dimensions: 11.75 x 13.75
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 79.33
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 9.33
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: Third
- Area: 65.56
- Dimensions: 6.67 x 9.83
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: Third
- Area: 37.54
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 4.42
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook
- Level: Third
- Area: 123.2
- Dimensions: 9.42 x 13.08
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 122.11
- Dimensions: 9.33 x 13.08
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Third Floor, In Unit
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Interior area
- Total structure area: 872
- Total interior livable area: 872 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 872
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Details
- Parcel number: W:06 P:01035 S:006,5009607
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Condominium, Townhouse
Materials
- Stone
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1890
- Major remodel year: 2016
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $227 monthly
Location
- Region: South Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $860/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $749,700
- Annual tax amount: $5,700
- Date on market: 1/13/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/26/2026 | Sold | $750,000-2.6%$860/sqft |
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| 2/12/2026 | Contingent | $770,000$883/sqft |
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| 1/30/2026 | Price change | $770,000-0.6%$883/sqft |
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| 12/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $775,000+6.9%$889/sqft |
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| 5/6/2021 | Sold | $725,000-0.5%$831/sqft |
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| 3/28/2021 | Pending sale | $729,000$836/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72777034 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2021 | Price change | $729,000-1.4%$836/sqft |
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| 2/24/2021 | Price change | $739,000-1.3%$847/sqft |
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| 1/20/2021 | Listed for sale | $749,000$859/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,682 +18.4% | $749,700 +11.4% |
| 2024 | $7,332 +4.5% | $672,700 +3% |
| 2023 | $7,013 +1.7% | $653,000 +3% |
| 2022 | $6,898 +2% | $634,000 |
| 2021 | $6,765 -2.5% | $634,000 -3.5% |
| 2020 | $6,941 +8.2% | $657,300 +8% |
| 2019 | $6,416 +6.6% | $608,700 +6% |
| 2018 | $6,018 | $574,200 |
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Neighborhood: South Boston
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