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  • Price cut: $16K (6/4)
    $499,000

    523 E 2nd St #5, South Boston, MA 02127

    1beds
    442sqft
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    Condominium
    Built in 1910
    -- sqft lot
    $486,900 Zestimate®
    $1,129/sqft
    $239/mo HOA

    What's special

    Hardwood floorsGenerous closet spaceExcellent natural light throughoutWell-proportioned bedroom
    Super sunny 1BR with an open kitchen/living layout and excellent natural light throughout. Features include hardwood floors, high ceilings with recessed lighting, and generous closet space. Well-proportioned bedroom with ample space for office area and additional storage in the basement. Designated washer/dryer located in the basement. Equipped with forced hot air and central A/C. Pet-friendly association. Ideally located between the east and west side of South Boston and just steps to South Boston’s best shops, restaurants, and neighborhood amenities!
    62 days
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Tracy Shea 617-697-4570,

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston 617-242-0025,

    Sophie Shea 617-877-6112

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73509772

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Has basement: Yes
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 442
      • Total interior livable area: 442 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 442

      Property

      Features
      • Waterfront features: Harbor, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
      Details
      • Parcel number: 4705562
      • Zoning: Res

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Condition
      • Year built: 1910

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds
      • HOA fee: $239 monthly
      Location
      • Region: South Boston

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,129/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $432,000
      • Annual tax amount: $1,003
      • Date on market: 4/29/2026

        Estimated market value

        $486,900

        $463,000 - $511,000

        $2,735/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/4/2026Price change$499,000-3.1%$1,129/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73509772 Report a problem
        4/29/2026Listed for sale$515,000+7.5%$1,165/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73509772 Report a problem
        7/5/2023Sold$479,000-1.2%$1,084/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73096569 Report a problem
        4/22/2023Contingent$485,000$1,097/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73096569 Report a problem
        4/10/2023Listed for sale$485,000+19.8%$1,097/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73096569 Report a problem
        1/4/2019Sold$405,000+1.3%$916/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        11/20/2018Pending sale$399,900$905/sqft
        Source: Conway Cityside - S. Boston #72422073 Report a problem
        11/9/2018Listed for sale$399,900+100%$905/sqft
        Source: Conway Cityside - S. Boston #72422073 Report a problem
        10/27/2010Sold$200,000$452/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,952 +5.7%$427,600 -0.6%
        2024$4,687 +3.6%$430,000 +2.1%
        2023$4,524 +2.7%$421,200 +4%
        2022$4,406 +4%$405,000 +2%
        2021$4,236 +14.1%$397,000 +13%
        2020$3,711 +7.2%$351,400 +7%
        2019$3,462 +5.6%$328,500 +5%
        2018$3,278 +1122.9%$312,800 +7%
        2017$268 -91.2%$292,300 +6%
        2016$3,034 +3%$275,800 +13.4%
        2015$2,946 +12.6%$243,300 +22.1%
        2013$2,617 +2.3%$199,200 +1.5%
        2012$2,558 +2%$196,200
        2011$2,509 +14.5%$196,200 +6.4%
        2010$2,191 +6.5%$184,400 -4.8%
        2009$2,058 -3.1%$193,600 +0.1%
        2008$2,123 $193,500

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        Neighborhood: South Boston

        Getting around

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