This charming 2BR/1.5BA home is located on a tucked away side street, yet close to town center and all Charlestown has to offer. The curb appeal on this adorable ca. 1880 clapboard home is outstanding with window boxes on two levels and the Bunker Hill flag flying out front. Unique features, such as a raised gas fireplace, tin ceilings, exposed beams, brick accents, and kitchen skylight, set this home apart. The entry floor offers a cozy living room, a kitchen equipped with GE appliances, and sunny dining area with gas fireplace. The large private deck, just off the kitchen, is perfect for entertaining. The sunny primary bedroom features crown molding, tin ceiling, built-in shelving and two closets. The full bathroom offers a shower with tub, vanity, and a convenient linen closet. The lower level contains the second bedroom, currently being used as an office, a half bathroom, and laundry room w/storage potential. Amenities include addt’l storage and tradesman alley to front exterior.
Sold for $770,000
$770,000
5 Hancock St APT 1, Boston, MA 02129
2beds
935sqft
Condominium, Townhouse
Built in 1880
-- sqft lot
$808,600 Zestimate®
$824/sqft
$3,977 Estimated rent
Home value
$808,600
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nancy Roth 617-429-6396,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 617-242-4222
Bought with:
Jennifer Taves
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73222959
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 162.71
- Dimensions: 13.75 x 11.83
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Basement
- Area: 204.94
- Dimensions: 18.08 x 11.33
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 81.27
- Dimensions: 11.75 x 6.92
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Basement
- Area: 36.25
- Dimensions: 5 x 7.25
Kitchen
- Features: Skylight, Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Deck - Exterior, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Pendant, Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 180.26
- Dimensions: 21.42 x 8.42
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 136.92
- Dimensions: 13.25 x 10.33
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, In Basement, In Unit
Features
- Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Kitchen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 935
- Total interior livable area: 935 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Street,Front)
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
Details
- Parcel number: W:02 P:00221 S:002,4140006
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Condominium, Townhouse
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1880
- Major remodel year: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance
- HOA fee: $200 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $824/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $598,400
- Annual tax amount: $6,576
- Date on market: 8/29/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2026 | Listing removed | $4,000$4/sqft |
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| 10/21/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,000+73.9%$4/sqft |
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| 5/31/2024 | Sold | $770,000+2.8%$824/sqft |
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| 5/9/2024 | Contingent | $749,000$801/sqft |
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| 5/1/2024 | Price change | $749,000-1.3%$801/sqft |
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| 4/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $759,000+0.5%$812/sqft |
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| 5/31/2022 | Sold | $755,000+2.2%$807/sqft |
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| 4/12/2022 | Contingent | $739,000$790/sqft |
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| 4/6/2022 | Listed for sale | $739,000+16.9%$790/sqft |
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| 2/4/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/4/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,300$2/sqft |
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| 5/15/2020 | Sold | $632,000+1.1%$676/sqft |
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| 3/28/2020 | Pending sale | $625,000$668/sqft |
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| 3/25/2020 | Listed for sale | $625,000+190.7%$668/sqft |
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| 1/17/2018 | Listing removed | $2,300$2/sqft |
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| 12/21/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,300+4.5%$2/sqft |
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| 4/19/2017 | Listing removed | $2,200$2/sqft |
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| 3/6/2017 | Price change | $2,200-8.3%$2/sqft |
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| 2/22/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,400$3/sqft |
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| 5/23/2015 | Listing removed | $2,400$3/sqft |
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| 4/22/2015 | Listed for rent | $2,400$3/sqft |
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| 7/28/2008 | Sold | $215,000$230/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,542 +15.6% | $651,300 +8.8% |
| 2024 | $6,523 +4.6% | $598,400 +3.1% |
| 2023 | $6,235 +2.7% | $580,500 +4% |
| 2022 | $6,073 +2% | $558,200 |
| 2021 | $5,956 +2% | $558,200 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,837 +12.2% | $552,700 +12% |
| 2019 | $5,201 +5.6% | $493,500 +5% |
| 2018 | $4,924 +308.2% | $469,800 +4% |
| 2017 | $1,206 -75% | $451,800 +3% |
| 2016 | $4,825 +9.2% | $438,600 +20.2% |
| 2015 | $4,419 +4.5% | $364,900 +13.4% |
| 2013 | $4,228 +3.8% | $321,800 +3% |
| 2012 | $4,072 +2% | $312,300 |
| 2011 | $3,994 +9.1% | $312,300 +1.4% |
| 2010 | $3,660 +5.6% | $308,100 -5.5% |
| 2009 | $3,465 -5.1% | $326,000 -2% |
| 2008 | $3,650 -2.1% | $332,700 -2% |
| 2007 | $3,730 | $339,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Charlestown
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Warren-Prescott K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Charlestown High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.1 mi
- NAHorace Mann School For The DeafGrades: PK-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bps
- Middle: Bps
- High: Bps
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02129
- Charlestown
- 5 Hancock St Apartment 1
