Exceptional East Side three-bed penthouse in a classic brick rowhouse with historic character, moments from the beach, shops, restaurants, and public transportation. This sun-filled residence features a private roof deck with southern water views and an open layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Configured as a two-bedroom plus den, the home blends original character with modern updates, including central air, a custom dry bar with wine fridge, electric fireplace, ebony hardwood floors, French glass doors, and in-ceiling audio throughout. The kitchen features 2025 GE Café stainless appliances, gas cooking, quartz countertops, a glass tile backsplash, custom cabinetry, and a center island. The primary suite accommodates a king-size bed and includes a walk-in closet and en-suite bath with double vanity. A large second bedroom and full guest bath complete the layout. Additional features include 2024 in-unit laundry, basement storage, & rental parking.
Sold for $1,050,000
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$1,050,000
551 E 6th St #3, South Boston, MA 02127
3beds
1,205sqft
Condominium, Rowhouse
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$1,050,000 Zestimate®
$871/sqft
$4,632 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,050,000
$987,000 - $1.12M
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Listed by:
Katie Gellenbeck 206-852-2256,
Engel & Volkers Boston 617-936-4194
Bought with:
Kerry D'Ambroise
Columbus and Over Group, LLC
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73497085
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range, Oven, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Wired for Sound, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,205
- Total interior livable area: 1,205 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,205
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street, Rented
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof, Sprinkler System
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Water
- Waterfront features: Bay, Harbor, Ocean, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Details
- Parcel number: 0702228006,4922830
- Zoning: CD
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 Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park
HOA
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Trash
- HOA fee: $297 monthly
Location
- Region: South Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $871/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $873,200
- Annual tax amount: $6,526
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Sold | $1,050,000$871/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497085 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Pending sale | $1,050,000$871/sqft |
Source:  Engel & Volkers #73497085 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000$871/sqft |
Source: Engel & Volkers #73497085 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2026 | Contingent | $1,050,000$871/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497085 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000+26.5%$871/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497085 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2019 | Sold | $830,000+7.8%$689/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2016 | Sold | $770,000+26.4%$639/sqft |
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| 12/19/2013 | Sold | $609,000$505/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,007 +11% | $864,200 +4.5% |
| 2024 | $9,014 +3.6% | $827,000 +2.1% |
| 2023 | $8,702 +2.7% | $810,200 +4% |
| 2022 | $8,474 +4% | $778,900 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,148 +4.4% | $763,600 +3.3% |
| 2020 | $7,805 +7.2% | $739,100 +7% |
| 2019 | $7,282 +5.6% | $690,900 +5% |
| 2018 | $6,895 +5.9% | $657,900 +7% |
| 2017 | $6,512 +2.1% | $614,900 +6% |
| 2016 | $6,381 -5.5% | $580,100 +4.1% |
| 2015 | $6,750 | $557,400 |
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Neighborhood: South Boston
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