In the beating heart of Boston’s historic South End, a vibrant neighborhood within a 10-minute walking distance to nearby cafés, SoWa Market, parks, Boston Medical Center, and public transit, sits this classical brick 5-bed 2-bath 1450+ sqft home. The open-concept first floor features high ceilings and is drenched in natural light, a gorgeous exposed brick wall, and a thoughtfully extended kitchen leading to the absolutely delightful cedar fenced yard with a private brick patio. One of the earliest homes on the street, this residence blends original charm, like gorgeous historic decorative molding, with flexible living space and room to grow. Whilesome interior updates have been made, the home invites the next owner to bring their vision and unlock its full potential. Resident permit and visitor parking available. Let this historic charmer sweep you off your feet. Come view today!
Sold for $1,050,000
$1,050,000
379 Shawmut Ave, Boston, MA 02118
5beds
1,590sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1840
950 Square Feet Lot
$1,055,600 Zestimate®
$660/sqft
$7,954 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,055,600
$971,000 - $1.15M
$7,954/mo
Zestimate® history
Owner options
List your home for rent
$7,954/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
$7,954/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$6,180/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
$6,180/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
Classical brickPrivate brick patioExtended kitchenGorgeous exposed brick wallOpen-concept first floorGorgeous historic decorative moldingDrenched in natural light
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Danny Griffin 617-249-4822,
Griffin Realty Group 617-249-4822
Bought with:
Danny Griffin
Griffin Realty Group
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73402426
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 247.25
- Dimensions: 17.25 x 14.33
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 102.54
- Dimensions: 8.92 x 11.5
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet
- Level: Third
- Area: 120.83
- Dimensions: 10.58 x 11.42
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet
- Level: Third
- Area: 154.13
- Dimensions: 9.58 x 16.08
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet
- Level: Third
- Area: 81.89
- Dimensions: 7.33 x 11.17
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 123.63
- Dimensions: 17.25 x 7.17
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 85.22
- Dimensions: 9.83 x 8.67
Living room
- Features: Open Floorplan
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 342.13
- Dimensions: 17.25 x 19.83
Heating
- Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level, Exterior Access, First Floor
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,590
- Total interior livable area: 1,590 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,590
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 950 sqft
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 3394400
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other (See Remarks)
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1840
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Boston
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | Sold | $1,050,000-12.1%$660/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73402426 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2025 | Contingent | $1,195,000$752/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73402426 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2025 | Price change | $1,195,000-7.7%$752/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73402426 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Price change | $1,295,000-13.4%$814/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73402426 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2025 | Price change | $1,495,000-6.3%$940/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73402426 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Price change | $1,595,000-5.9%$1,003/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73402426 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,695,000+194.8%$1,066/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73402426 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2018 | Sold | $575,000$362/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,323 +9.5% | $1,582,300 +3.1% |
| 2024 | $16,734 +4.5% | $1,535,200 +3% |
| 2023 | $16,009 +5.6% | $1,490,600 +7% |
| 2022 | $15,158 +5% | $1,393,200 +3% |
| 2021 | $14,432 +5.8% | $1,352,600 +4.7% |
| 2020 | $13,640 +7.7% | $1,291,700 +7.5% |
| 2019 | $12,669 | $1,202,000 +195.4% |
| 2018 | -- | $406,900 +5.1% |
| 2017 | -- | $387,000 +4.3% |
| 2016 | -- | $370,900 +8.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $342,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: South End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Blackstone Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0 mi
- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Hurley K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$1,055,600
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$1,055,600
- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02118
- South End
- 379 Shawmut Ave
Nearby cities
Nearby neighborhoods
Nearby zip codes
Other Boston Topics
