For sale

$890,000

551 Bennington St, East Boston, MA 02128

4beds

1,850sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1890

2,612 Square Feet Lot

$857,600 Zestimate^®

$481/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Large rare city gardenPrivate balconiesHardwood floors throughoutHigh ceilingsAbundance of natural lightExpansive closetsBeautifully remodeled

Excellent Location & Incredible Potential! Don't miss this beautifully remodeled and meticulously maintained home in the heart of East Boston. Featuring high ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, and an abundance of natural light, the property boasts spacious bedrooms with expansive closets, 2 full and 1 half baths, and private balconies. The massive basement offers high ceilings, windows, and a walk-out door leading to a large, rare city garden. Perfectly situated just blocks from Wood Island station and Constitution Beach. Move-in ready and a must-see!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Features

Flooring: Wood, Stone / Slate
Basement: Finished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,850
Total interior livable area: 1,850 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,850

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Patio & porch: Deck
Exterior features: Deck
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Waterfront features: 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach

Lot

Size: 2,612 Square Feet
Features: Sloped

Details

Parcel number: 1331323
Zoning: R1

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Victorian,Antique
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Condition

Year built: 1890

Utilities & green energy

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

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Park

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: East Boston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $481/sqft
Tax assessed value: $666,700
Annual tax amount: $7,720
Date on market: 6/22/2026

Estimated market value

$857,600

$815,000 - $900,000

$3,906/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/26/2026	Listed for sale	$890,000+375.9%$481/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73542404 Report a problem
7/12/2001	Sold	$187,000$101/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$7,720 +22.1%	$666,700 +14.9%
2024	$6,324 +7.6%	$580,200 +6%
2023	$5,878 +8.6%	$547,300 +10%
2022	$5,413 +8.1%	$497,500 +6%
2021	$5,008 +26.6%	$469,400 +25.3%
2020	$3,957 +12.2%	$374,700 +12%
2019	$3,526 +5.7%	$334,500 +5.1%
2018	$3,337 +966.5%	$318,400 +2.8%
2017	$313 -90.3%	$309,600 +6%
2016	$3,213 +19.3%	$292,100 +31.3%
2015	$2,693 +8.5%	$222,400 +17.7%
2013	$2,483 +0.3%	$189,000 -0.4%
2012	$2,475 +1.9%	$189,800
2011	$2,428 +2.3%	$189,800 -5%
2010	$2,374 -12.4%	$199,800 -21.6%
2009	$2,711 -14.3%	$255,000 -11.6%
2008	$3,163 -1.1%	$288,300 -0.9%
2007	$3,197	$290,900

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