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21 Bowdoin Street # 1B, Boston MA 02114

Boston, MA 02114 • Beacon Hill
$396,975
Est. $2,970/month
1
Baths
262
Sq Ft
$1,515
Price/Sq Ft
1890
Year Built
49
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jan 31, 2025 • MLS# 73329267 Copied!

About this home

Just reduced!!! Location, location, location!! Why rent when you can own this furnished first floor studio in Beacon Hill. Within walking distance to MGH, Government Center, Boston Common, multiple T stations, restaurants and shops. Totally renovated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances. Remodeled bath with stall shower. Queen sized Murphy Bed in living room, built in bookcases, ceiling fan, high ceilings. Simply a great layout and excellent use of space. Monthly condo fee includes heat, water, AC, gas, trash and snow removal and master insurance. Common laundry and private storage area in the basement. Excellent investment property with a strong rental history. Note: parking is not included in sale.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner TILLSON ALEXANDRA
Mailing Address BOWDOIN, BOSTON, MA, 02114

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Mid Rise

Tax Information

Assessed Value $750,900
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $7,727
CPA Surcharge 1% ($67)
Estimated Annual Tax $7,794

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $606,900 $606,900

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk
Match: geocode_proximity (84.2% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
262 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $425,000
Final Sale Price: $396,975
Difference: $28,025 (-6.6%)
Performance Metrics
93.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
49
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,622
Sale $/sq ft: $1,515
This property sold for $1,515 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.6% below the original asking price.

The property spent 49 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,515/sq ft
Area Average
$535/sq ft
Difference
+183.2%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1890
Living Area 262 sq ft
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 2

Interior

Heating Central, Unit Control
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Vinyl
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Frame, Brick
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features City View(s)
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric 60 Amps/less
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $4,952
Assessed Value $427,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Frame, Brick
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Unit Control
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Beacon Hill

21 Bowdoin Street # 1B, Boston MA 02114

Boston, MA 02114

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Nearby Schools

School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Advent School
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
St. John Elementary School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.6 mi | #48 of 352 | Score: 57.2
Improved 2 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
784 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
The Learning Project
0.9 mi
Grades K-06
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
1.1 mi | #589 of 824 | Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
1.2 mi | #85 of 352 | Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.3 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
1.3 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
73 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.0 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.0 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
3.4 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.5 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.8 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
8.2 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Edwards Middle
1.3 mi
UP Academy
2.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.9 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
1.1 mi
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
1.4 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.4 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
2.0 mi | #305 of 346 | Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students Less Diverse
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.5 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.5 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.5 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.1 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.3 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Property History

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Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 3, 2025
$396,975
Property sold
Days on Market: 50
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Listed for Sale
Jan 31, 2025
$399,900
Original listing
Agent: Nancy Moran Office: Realty Vision

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 31, 2025 New Listing Added $399,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
49 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,515

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,952 $427,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,952
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$350
Per month
Assessed Value
$427,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Nancy Moran
Listing Office Realty Vision
Agent MLS ID K0001589
Office MLS ID H34700
Listing Data Updated Apr 7, 2025 4:59 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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