Exceptional opportunity for investors, developers, or owner-occupants in the heart of South Boston! 656 East 5th Street is a well-maintained 3-family home offering 2,873 sq ft of living space with flexible use potential. The property features a renovated 1-bed/1-bath on the 1st floor, a spacious 1-bed/1-bath with walk-in closet, updated kitchen, and pantry on the 2nd, and a 3-bed/1-bath on the 3rd floor with hardwood floors and a large updated kitchen. Enjoy 3 off-street parking spaces, a private backyard green space, and a recently updated roof. Located steps from East & West Broadway's restaurants, shops, and bars, and just minutes to Castle Island, M Street Beach, Pleasure Bay, and the Seaport. Easy MBTA and highway access, close to public and private schools, gyms, and weekend recreation. Perfect for maximizing rental income, condo conversion, or multi-generational living in one of Boston’s most vibrant and growing neighborhoods.
Sold for $1,556,000
$1,556,000
656 E 5th St, South Boston, MA 02127
4beds
2,841sqft
3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$1,570,300 Zestimate®
$548/sqft
$5,867 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,570,300
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Updated kitchenPrivate backyard green spaceHardwood floorsRecently updated roofWalk-in closetLarge updated kitchen
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Listed by:
Daniel Martini 617-201-4550,
In REM Real Estate Inc. 857-576-0827
Bought with:
Christopher Buono
All Things Real Estate, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73421081
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Concrete,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,841
- Total interior livable area: 2,841 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,841
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, On Street, Driveway, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Bay, Harbor, Ocean, Walk to, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 2,767 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Greenhouse
- Parcel number: 1413930
- Zoning: R3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: South Boston
HOA & financial
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2025 | Sold | $1,556,000-2.4%$548/sqft |
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| 8/27/2025 | Contingent | $1,595,000$561/sqft |
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| 8/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000$561/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,467 +16.7% | $1,422,000 +9.8% |
| 2024 | $14,111 +9.6% | $1,294,600 +8% |
| 2023 | $12,874 +8.6% | $1,198,700 +10% |
| 2022 | $11,857 +2% | $1,089,800 |
| 2021 | $11,628 +29.8% | $1,089,800 +28.5% |
| 2020 | $8,959 +10.4% | $848,400 +10.2% |
| 2019 | $8,117 +6.2% | $770,100 +5.6% |
| 2018 | $7,641 +553.4% | $729,100 +5% |
| 2017 | $1,170 -82.4% | $694,100 +15% |
| 2016 | $6,640 -1.5% | $603,600 +8.4% |
| 2015 | $6,743 +1.6% | $556,800 +10.2% |
| 2013 | $6,640 +14.9% | $505,300 +14.1% |
| 2012 | $5,777 +7.1% | $443,000 +5% |
| 2011 | $5,396 +12% | $421,900 +4% |
| 2010 | $4,820 -4.2% | $405,700 -14.3% |
| 2009 | $5,030 -8% | $473,200 -5% |
| 2008 | $5,465 +8.9% | $498,200 +9.1% |
| 2007 | $5,019 | $456,700 |
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Neighborhood: South Boston
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Joseph P. Tynan Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10James F. Condon SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1 mi
- 2/10Excel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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