For sale

Price cut: $15K (6/25)

$675,000

478 Shawmut Ave APT 9, Boston, MA 02118

1beds

704sqft

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Condominium, Rowhouse

Built in 1900

-- sqft lot

$655,000 Zestimate^®

$959/sqft

$348/mo HOA

What's special

Wood-burning fireplaceIn-unit laundryTop-floor one bedroomModern wide plank flooringOverlooking tree-lined shawmut avenueDedicated office nookRenovated tile bath

Well laid out top-floor one bedroom. Located in the heart of the South End overlooking tree-lined Shawmut Avenue with stunning Back Bay skyline views. Surrounded by some of the city’s best restaurants, cafés, and boutiques, this home blends classic charm with thoughtful updates throughout. Renovated kitchen with stone counters, stainless appliances, and open flow into the dining and living area. Sun-filled living room features oversized windows, skylight, wood-burning fireplace, and dedicated office nook. Large bedroom easily fits a king bed, and has the rare to find walk in closet. Modern wide plank flooring and renovated tile bath. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, ample storage, extra basement storage, and professionally managed building with a semi private roof deck overlooking the city.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet
Area: 170
Dimensions: 17 x 10

Primary bathroom

Features: No

Dining room

Features: Skylight, Recessed Lighting
Area: 60
Dimensions: 6 x 10

Kitchen

Area: 88
Dimensions: 8 x 11

Living room

Features: Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
Area: 220
Dimensions: 20 x 11

Heating

Electric Baseboard

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: In Unit

Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Windows: Insulated Windows
Has basement: Yes
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 704
Total interior livable area: 704 sqft
Finished area above ground: 704

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No

Features

Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
Patio & porch: Deck, Deck - Roof
Exterior features: Deck, Deck - Roof

Details

Parcel number: 3392791
Zoning: CD
Other equipment: Intercom

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Condo
Property subtype: Condominium, Rowhouse

Materials

Brick
Roof: Rubber

Condition

Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Security: Intercom

HOA

Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds
HOA fee: $348 monthly

Location

Region: Boston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $959/sqft
Tax assessed value: $604,200
Annual tax amount: $6,997
Date on market: 5/29/2026

Estimated market value

$655,000

$622,000 - $688,000

$4,099/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/25/2026	Price change	$675,000-2.2%$959/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73526705 Report a problem
5/29/2026	Listed for sale	$690,000+15%$980/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73526705 Report a problem
3/21/2023	Listing removed	--
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
3/13/2023	Listed for rent	$3,100$4/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
5/14/2019	Sold	$600,000-1.5%$852/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
3/11/2019	Pending sale	$609,000$865/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Realty Boston #72456862 Report a problem
2/25/2019	Listed for sale	$609,000-1.6%$865/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro ; Back Bay #72456862 Report a problem
11/12/2018	Listing removed	$619,000$879/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Realty Boston #72402428 Report a problem
9/28/2018	Listed for sale	$619,000+41%$879/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro ; Back Bay #72402428 Report a problem
3/2/2015	Sold	$439,000-6.4%$624/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
9/2/2014	Listing removed	$469,000$666/sqft
Source: Keller Williams - Boston - Metro #71710758 Report a problem
7/26/2014	Listed for sale	$469,000+44.3%$666/sqft
Source: Keller Williams - Boston - Metro #71710758 Report a problem
6/30/2006	Sold	$325,000+10.4%$462/sqft
Source: LINK #58552 Report a problem
11/30/2000	Sold	$294,500+57.5%$418/sqft
Source: LINK #5187 Report a problem
4/30/1998	Sold	$187,000+66.2%$266/sqft
Source: LINK #11955 Report a problem
10/1/1996	Sold	$112,500-15.4%$160/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
4/29/1988	Sold	$133,000$189/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$6,997 +9.5%	$604,200 +3.1%
2024	$6,391 +3.6%	$586,300 +2%
2023	$6,171 -0.3%	$574,600 +1%
2022	$6,191 +4%	$569,000 +2%
2021	$5,953 -5.3%	$557,900 -6.3%
2020	$6,287 +3.2%	$595,400 +3%
2019	$6,091 +6.6%	$577,900 +6%
2018	$5,712 +316.3%	$545,000 +5%
2017	$1,372 -75%	$519,000 +4%
2016	$5,489 +8.1%	$499,000 +19%
2015	$5,078	$419,300

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