Under contract

Price cut: $50K (6/22)

$549,000

281 W 2nd St #A1, Boston, MA 02127

2beds

860sqft

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Condominium

Built in 1989

-- sqft lot

$583,000 Zestimate^®

$638/sqft

$244/mo HOA

What's special

Central air and heatEffortless first-floor livingTwo generous bedroomsFresh paintNew flooring

Welcome to 281 W 2nd St #A1, a thoughtfully updated 2-bedroom home offering effortless first-floor living in the heart of South Boston. Spanning 860sf this condo features a well-designed layout with excellent flow and two generous bedrooms, providing flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. Recent upgrades include new flooring, fresh paint, soundproofing and the addition of central air and heat, delivering both modern comfort and efficiency. Enjoy access to a shared backyard, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Common laundry is conveniently located in the basement. Perfectly positioned just moments from South Boston’s top restaurants, shops, and public transportation, this home presents a compelling opportunity to own a move-in ready condo in one of the city’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bathroom

Features: No

Heating

Central, Heat Pump

Cooling

Central Air, Heat Pump

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry: In Building

Features

Has basement: Yes
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 860
Total interior livable area: 860 sqft
Finished area above ground: 860

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Exterior features: Fenced Yard
Fencing: Fenced
Waterfront features: 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach

Details

Parcel number: 0601530012,1408114
Zoning: 0102

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Condo
Property subtype: Condominium
Attached to another structure: Yes

Condition

Year built: 1989

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University

HOA

Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
HOA fee: $244 monthly

Location

Region: Boston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $638/sqft
Tax assessed value: $656,000
Annual tax amount: $3,806
Date on market: 4/7/2026

Estimated market value

$583,000

$548,000 - $618,000

$3,858/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/3/2026	Contingent	$549,000$638/sqft
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6/22/2026	Price change	$549,000-8.3%$638/sqft
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5/6/2026	Price change	$599,000-4.8%$697/sqft
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4/8/2026	Listed for sale	$629,000+22.4%$731/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73497564 Report a problem
9/1/2020	Sold	$514,000+3%$598/sqft
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7/20/2020	Listed for sale	$499,000$580/sqft
Source: Compass #72690578 Report a problem
7/20/2020	Pending sale	$499,000$580/sqft
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7/14/2020	Listed for sale	$499,000$580/sqft
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