Spectacular corner penthouse w/unsurpassed skyline views boasts spacious open-concept kitchen/living/dining area. Kitchen features Caesarstone peninsula for casual dining, stainless steel appliances including double wall ovens & cooktop, dishwasher, wine fridge, microwave, farm sink w/no-touch faucet, corner window seat & rear deck w/gas line, perfect for al fresco dining. A fireplace anchors the well-proportioned living room, bow windows w/beautiful city views, oak hardwood floors, ample closets and a powder room complete the first level. The Master Suite has spectacular views of downtown, oversize en-suite bath w/soaking tub, separate glass enclosed marble shower, radiant flooring & walk-in closet. Rear facing second bedroom has en-suite bath & large closet. In-unit washer dryer & Nest High velocity central air. Entertain your family & friends on your oversize private roof deck w/breathtaking views of Fenway, Back Bay & Downtown Boston. The heart of the South End.
Sold for $2,300,000
$2,300,000
298 Shawmut Ave #5, Boston, MA 02118
2beds
1,628sqft
Condo
Built in 1899
-- sqft lot
$2,524,500 Zestimate®
$1,413/sqft
$5,851 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,524,500
$2.27M - $2.83M
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,628 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
Features
- Exterior features: Brick
Lot
- Size: 1,742 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: CBOSW03P05954S010
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
Materials
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1899
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Boston
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $808 monthly
Other
Other facts
- Amenities: Shopping, Medical Facility, Public Transportation, Park, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School
- Assoc Security: Intercom
- Cooling: Central Air
- Kit Level: First Floor
- Mbr Dscrp: Closet - Walk-In, Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Master Bath: Yes
- Heating: Forced Air
- Bed2 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Kit Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Countertops - Upgraded, Open Floor Plan, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Wine Chiller, Balcony - Interior, Gas Stove, Peninsula
- Bed2 Level: Second Floor
- Bth1 Dscrp: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
- Bth1 Level: First Floor
- Bth2 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled, Flooring - Marble, Countertops - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Mbr Level: Second Floor
- Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
- Bth2 Level: Second Floor
- Style: Brownstone
- Fee Interval: Monthly
- CONTINGENCY_TYPE: Inspection
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | Sold | $2,300,000+17.9%$1,413/sqft |
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| 11/30/2020 | Sold | $1,950,000-6.9%$1,198/sqft |
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| 10/25/2020 | Pending sale | $2,095,000$1,287/sqft |
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| 9/8/2020 | Listed for sale | $2,095,000-4.6%$1,287/sqft |
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| 8/7/2020 | Listing removed | $2,195,000$1,348/sqft |
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| 6/12/2020 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000+13.1%$1,348/sqft |
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| 6/19/2017 | Sold | $1,941,000+2.2%$1,192/sqft |
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| 5/9/2017 | Pending sale | $1,899,000$1,166/sqft |
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| 5/4/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,899,000+40.7%$1,166/sqft |
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| 7/25/2012 | Listing removed | $7,000$4/sqft |
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| 5/17/2012 | Listed for rent | $7,000$4/sqft |
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| 10/5/2011 | Sold | $1,350,000$829/sqft |
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| 7/30/2011 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000+7.1%$829/sqft |
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| 9/10/2008 | Sold | $1,260,000$774/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,885 +9.5% | $2,062,600 +3% |
| 2024 | $21,819 +3.6% | $2,001,700 +2% |
| 2023 | $21,069 -0.3% | $1,961,700 +1% |
| 2022 | $21,135 -10.6% | $1,942,600 -12.3% |
| 2021 | $23,630 +16% | $2,214,600 +14.8% |
| 2020 | $20,372 +3.2% | $1,929,200 +3% |
| 2019 | $19,737 +5.8% | $1,872,600 +5.2% |
| 2018 | $18,662 +367.2% | $1,780,700 +5% |
| 2017 | $3,994 -77.7% | $1,695,900 +4% |
| 2016 | $17,938 +2.5% | $1,630,700 +12.8% |
| 2015 | $17,504 | $1,445,400 |
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Neighborhood: South End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Blackstone Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- NABoston Adult AcademyGrades: 11-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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