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Sold for $680,000
  • $680,000

    478 Shawmut Ave APT 8, Boston, MA 02118

    1beds
    724sqft
    Condominium, Rowhouse
    Built in 1900
    -- sqft lot
    $689,800 Zestimate®
    $939/sqft
    $3,946 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $689,800

    $628,000 - $759,000

    $3,946/mo

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    What's special

    Separate dining areaGood ceiling heightNew appliancesGenerously-sized roomsHighly functional white kitchenWalk-in closetSoutheast facing
    Fabulous, move-in ready, Southeast facing 4th floor 1 bed near everything: cafe's, great restaurants, shopping, the T, and just a few blocks to Boston Medical Center - absolutely perfect location for Residents & Fellows. You will love the spacious versatile layout, with an ideal balance of open feel & defined spaces. This sunny condo is newly painted, beautiful & ready for a quick, easy move-in. New appliances, in unit washer & dryer, a great walk-in closet, separate dining area, a custom crafted built in desk and a highly functional white kitchen. The generously-sized rooms with good ceiling height are all well proportioned for comfortable city living. Professional managed building with a great roofdeck and extra storage in the basement. High 98 Walk Score: enjoy morning coffee, breakfast & evening dining at Jaho, Flour, Mike's, El Centro, Toro and much more. The Silver Line takes you downtown and the Bike Score is 99! The perfect location for your city home or investment property.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    The Ivy Team 617-308-4897,

    Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay 617-542-0012,

    Ivy A. Turner 617-308-4897

    Bought with:

    Barbara Alavi

    William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73358895

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Electric Baseboard
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Internet Available - Unknown
    • Flooring: Tile, Marble, Parquet
    • Windows: Insulated Windows
    • Has basement: Yes
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 724
    • Total interior livable area: 724 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 724

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
    • Patio & porch: Deck - Roof
    • Exterior features: Deck - Roof, City View(s)
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City
    Lot
    • Size: 724 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: W:09 P:00622 S:016,3392794
    • Zoning: CD

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Condo
    • Property subtype: Condominium, Rowhouse
    Materials
    • Brick
    Condition
    • Year built: 1900
    • Major remodel year: 1987

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Electric Range

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Intercom, Security Gate
    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University, Other
    Location
    • Region: Boston

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • HOA fee: $317 monthly
    • Amenities included: Storage
    • Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/9/2025Sold$680,000-2.7%$939/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73358895 Report a problem
    5/1/2025Contingent$699,000$965/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73358895 Report a problem
    4/11/2025Listed for sale$699,000+53.6%$965/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73358895 Report a problem
    10/1/2014Listing removed$455,000$628/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline #71689157 Report a problem
    9/18/2014Price change$455,000-3%$628/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline #71689157 Report a problem
    9/4/2014Price change$469,000-2.1%$648/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline #71689157 Report a problem
    8/22/2014Price change$479,000-2%$662/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline #71689157 Report a problem
    7/23/2014Price change$489,000-2%$675/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline #71689157 Report a problem
    5/30/2014Listed for sale$499,000+23.7%$689/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline #71689157 Report a problem
    11/16/2012Sold$403,500-1%$557/sqft
    Source: LINK #137091 Report a problem
    10/2/2012Listed for sale$407,500+10.1%$563/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-South End #71442261 Report a problem
    8/22/2008Sold$370,000-10.8%$511/sqft
    Source: LINK #88466 Report a problem
    5/16/2008Listing removed$415,000$573/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty #70740820 Report a problem
    4/11/2008Listed for sale$415,000+18.2%$573/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty #70740820 Report a problem
    6/6/2007Sold$351,000-11.1%$485/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/20/2005Sold$395,000+127.7%$546/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/19/1999Sold$173,450+36.6%$240/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    11/17/1987Sold$127,000$175/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,348 +9.5%$634,500 +3.1%
    2024$6,711 +3.5%$615,700 +2%
    2023$6,481 -0.3%$603,400 +1%
    2022$6,502 +4%$597,600 +2%
    2021$6,252 +9.3%$585,900 +8.2%
    2020$5,718 +3.2%$541,500 +3%
    2019$5,541 +6.7%$525,700 +6.1%
    2018$5,195 +316.2%$495,700 +5%
    2017$1,248 -75%$472,100 +4%
    2016$4,993 +2.8%$453,900 +13.1%
    2015$4,859 $401,200

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: South End

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