Penthouse living at its finest! Rare opportunity to own two levels of sun-filled living space with hardwood floors, exposed brick, three private outdoor spaces, and two off-street parking spaces. The loft-style main level features an open floor plan, a stunning 2017 renovated gourmet kitchen, spacious living and dining areas, in-unit washer/dryer, remodeled half bath, and a private deck perfect for outdoor dining. Upstairs are two large bedrooms and a beautifully renovated 2017 full bath with a marble vanity and frameless glass shower. The primary bedroom offers a private deck with stairs leading to an incredible 250 sq. ft. rooftop deck showcasing breathtaking city views. Additional highlights include central air conditioning with a Nest thermostat and a new hot water heater installed in 2025.
Sold for $980,000
$980,000
256 Bowen St #2, South Boston, MA 02127
2beds
1,037sqft
Condominium
Built in 1890
-- sqft lot
$976,200 Zestimate®
$945/sqft
$4,346 Estimated rent
Home value
$976,200
$908,000 - $1.05M
$4,346/mo
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Exposed brickSun-filled living spaceHardwood floorsOpen floor planThree private outdoor spacesTwo off-street parking spacesLoft-style main level
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Listed by:
Samantha Boulay 781-913-1983,
The Agency Boston 617-420-9033,
Samantha Boulay 781-913-1983
Bought with:
Cheryl Marquardt
Trufant Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73533781
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Unit Control, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,037
- Total interior livable area: 1,037 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,037
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
- Patio & porch: Deck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood, City View(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
- Waterfront features: Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Details
- Parcel number: 4232133
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Services included: Electricity, Water, Sewer, Insurance
- HOA fee: $150 monthly
Location
- Region: South Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $945/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $949,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,188
- Date on market: 9/8/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Sold | $980,000-0.9%$945/sqft |
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| 7/1/2026 | Pending sale | $989,000$954/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Contingent | $989,000$954/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $989,000+5.2%$954/sqft |
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| 9/7/2022 | Sold | $940,000-0.9%$906/sqft |
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| 8/12/2022 | Contingent | $949,000$915/sqft |
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| 8/9/2022 | Price change | $949,000-4%$915/sqft |
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| 7/6/2022 | Listed for sale | $989,000+20.6%$954/sqft |
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| 7/29/2019 | Sold | $820,000-1.8%$791/sqft |
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| 7/2/2019 | Pending sale | $835,000$805/sqft |
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| 6/25/2019 | Listed for sale | $835,000+108.7%$805/sqft |
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| 6/30/2006 | Sold | $400,000+29.4%$386/sqft |
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| 7/24/2002 | Sold | $309,000$298/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,779 +10.7% | $844,500 +4.2% |
| 2024 | $8,836 +10.9% | $810,600 +9.3% |
| 2023 | $7,964 +1.7% | $741,500 +3% |
| 2022 | $7,833 +2% | $719,900 |
| 2021 | $7,681 +14.8% | $719,900 +13.7% |
| 2020 | $6,689 +8.2% | $633,400 +8% |
| 2019 | $6,182 +6.6% | $586,500 +6% |
| 2018 | $5,800 +581.1% | $553,400 +8% |
| 2017 | $852 -84.1% | $512,400 +5% |
| 2016 | $5,368 -3.8% | $488,000 +5.9% |
| 2015 | $5,581 +11.5% | $460,900 +21% |
| 2013 | $5,005 +7.2% | $380,900 +6.4% |
| 2012 | $4,667 +1.9% | $357,900 |
| 2011 | $4,578 +7.7% | $357,900 |
| 2010 | $4,252 +11.7% | $357,900 0% |
| 2009 | $3,806 -3.1% | $358,000 |
| 2008 | $3,927 -1.5% | $358,000 -1.3% |
| 2007 | $3,987 | $362,800 |
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Neighborhood: South Boston
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- 5/10Perkins Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02127
- South Boston
- 256 Bowen St Unit 2
