Sun-drenched top floor, 1 bedroom penthouse residence in Boston’s historic Garrison Hall! Do not miss this rare opportunity to own this charming condo in a professionally managed elevator building with preserved architectural character and thoughtful modern updates through out.This inviting home features an updated kitchen, spacious full-sized bedroom, generous living area, and oversized windows that flood the space with natural light throughout the day. Ideally situated in the heart of Back Bay, just moments from Prudential Center, Copley Square, Newbury Street, the Boston Public Garden, and both the Arlington and Copley Green Line T stops, this location offers quintessential Boston living with premier dining, shopping, and cultural destinations right outside your door.A rare opportunity for turnkey city living in one of Back Bay’s most iconic landmark buildings. Ideal for the urban professional, pied-à-terre buyer, or savvy investor seeking timeless charm in an unbeatable location!
Under contract
Price cut: $20K (7/20)
$575,000
8 Garrison St APT 709, Boston, MA 02116
1beds
550sqft
Condominium
Built in 1910
-- sqft lot
$558,900 Zestimate®
$1,045/sqft
$587/mo HOA
What's special
Thoughtful modern updates throughoutPreserved architectural characterUpdated kitchenCharming condoSpacious full-sized bedroom
- 97 days |
- 662 |
- 53 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
David Dobrowolski 857-212-6161,
Block Realty 617-505-3324
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73518624
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Other
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Interior area
- Total structure area: 550
- Total interior livable area: 550 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 550
Property
Lot
- Size: 550 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:04 P:01011 S:168,3362885
- Zoning: CD
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
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Security: Intercom
HOA
- Amenities included: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s)
- Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $587 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,045/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $609,600
- Annual tax amount: $7,059
- Date on market: 5/13/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
Estimated market value
$558,900
$531,000 - $587,000
$3,402/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2026 | Contingent | $575,000$1,045/sqft |
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| 7/20/2026 | Price change | $575,000-3.4%$1,045/sqft |
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| 7/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $595,000$1,082/sqft |
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| 7/4/2026 | Contingent | $595,000$1,082/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Price change | $595,000-4.8%$1,082/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $625,000+681.3%$1,136/sqft |
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| 5/31/1994 | Sold | $80,000$145/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,059 +10.4% | $609,600 +3.9% |
| 2024 | $6,395 +4.6% | $586,700 +3.1% |
| 2023 | $6,114 +3.6% | $569,300 +5% |
| 2022 | $5,899 +2% | $542,200 |
| 2021 | $5,785 +14.9% | $542,200 +13.8% |
| 2020 | $5,033 +3.2% | $476,600 +3% |
| 2019 | $4,877 +6.6% | $462,700 +6% |
| 2018 | $4,575 +663.9% | $436,500 +5.9% |
| 2017 | $599 -86.3% | $412,000 +4% |
| 2016 | $4,357 +0.3% | $396,100 +10.5% |
| 2015 | $4,343 +4.9% | $358,600 +9% |
| 2014 | $4,140 +1.5% | $329,100 +6% |
| 2013 | $4,080 +1.4% | $310,500 +0.7% |
| 2012 | $4,022 +2% | $308,400 |
| 2011 | $3,944 +7.6% | $308,400 |
| 2010 | $3,664 +23.4% | $308,400 +10.4% |
| 2009 | $2,970 -3.1% | $279,400 |
| 2008 | $3,065 +6.6% | $279,400 +6.8% |
| 2007 | $2,876 | $261,700 |
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Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- NACarter SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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