This is a 2-level ONE PLUS BEDROOM home that is loaded with features. The majority of homes this size, at this price, pale in comparison. This is a value in any market. It's tucked away, two levels, and lives even larger than the 712 square feet. Laundry is located in the unit, and you have central A/C. It's fully painted with refinished floors and a newly renovated bathroom. The updated kitchen features stone counters, complementing a cute breakfast nook. 10 minutes to the Blue Line for an easy commute to downtown. Birria tacos at Jalisco are moments away. This is vibrant city living. This is East Boston. This home puts you right in the center of it, with less noise from the hustle and bustle as it's in the rear of the complex. New siding. New Windows. New roof. Nothing needed to fix and nothing to fear. Just a smart, flexible layout with additional space to double as office, studio, guest bed, or whatever your modern lifestyle demands. Come see why Eastie is a great value in Boston
Sold for $418,000
Zestimate®
$418,000
278 Princeton St #2, Boston, MA 02128
2beds
712sqft
Condominium, Duplex
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$418,000 Zestimate®
$587/sqft
$2,692 Estimated rent
Home value
$418,000
$389,000 - $447,000
$2,692/mo
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New sidingNew windowsCute breakfast nookNew roofTwo levelsNewly renovated bathroom
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Listed by:
TEAM BRUSIL 617-840-9304,
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay 617-542-0012,
Karina Polanco 646-671-9765
Bought with:
Michael J. Ford
Coldwell Banker Realty - Framingham
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73456921
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Home Office-Separate Entry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 712
- Total interior livable area: 712 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 712
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Street)
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
- Waterfront features: 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Details
- Parcel number: 1327163
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Duplex
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Highway Access, Marina, T-Station
Location
- Region: Boston
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $159 monthly
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2026 | Sold | $418,000+0.7%$587/sqft |
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| 2/14/2026 | Contingent | $415,000$583/sqft |
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| 1/29/2026 | Price change | $415,000-3.3%$583/sqft |
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| 1/10/2026 | Price change | $429,000-4.5%$603/sqft |
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| 11/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $449,000$631/sqft |
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Neighborhood: East Boston
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Patrick J Kennedy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.1 mi
- 2/10East Boston High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Hugh Roe O'Donnell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.5 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02128
- East Boston
- 278 Princeton St Unit 2
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