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21 Father Francis Gilday St # 508, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$720,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$765,000
Final Sale Price:
$720,000
Difference:
$45,000 (-5.9%)
Performance Metrics
94.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
28
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$756
Sale $/sq ft:
$711
This property sold for $711 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 5.9% below the original asking price.
With only 28 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
This lovely top floor home, at the coveted Penmark building, offers more than 1000sf of open floor-plan in a setting that blends history and modern amenities. The spacious master suite has a modern full bath and a walk-in closet. The open living/dining area offers an additional half bathroom perfect for guests. A spacious and sophisticated kitchen has stainless steel appliances, cherry cabinets, gas cooking and granite counters, including an island ideal for entertaining. Other features include bamboo floors, W&D, central AC, additional storage and one deeded garage parking space. Renovated in 2006, the Penmark building is perfectly situated near Blackstone Park, the Silver Line, BMC, BU Dental School, Flour bakery, SOWA and all that the great South End has to offer. Building features include 24/7 concierge, professional management and a full gym on site. Pet friendly.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
99.5%
Price Range
29
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73599983
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Nov 7, 2026
$3,600
MLS #73599983 - Active
Sold
Oct 20, 2016
$720,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 29
Listed for Sale
Sep 6, 2016
$735,000
Original listing
Agent: Moshe Elmekias
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/07/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $3,600 | - | - | MLS #73599983 - Active |
| 10/20/2016 | ✓ Sold | $720,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/06/2016 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $735,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $8,364 | $760,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,364
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$586
Per month
Assessed Value
$760,400
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2006
Living Area
1,012 sq ft
Lot Size
0.02 acres
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Bamboo
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Freezer, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Washer, Range, Oven
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Under
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,364
Assessed Value
$760,400
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$586
Fee Includes
Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Air Conditioning
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
508
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws (4)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
29 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2006
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,012 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
5
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Bamboo
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Freezer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range, Oven
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2006
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Forced Air
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Under
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
Elementary Schools
3 schools
Blackstone Elementary
0.2 mi
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.2 mi
|
#808 of 825
|
Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.3 mi
|
#259 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
High Schools
3 schools
Cathedral High School
0.3 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C-
Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers: A Horace Mann Charter Public School - Lower Campus
0.8 mi
|
#305 of 346
|
Score: 37.2
Improved 19 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
424 students
Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-11
C
Quincy Upper School
0.8 mi
|
#279 of 346
|
Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
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Neighborhood
South End
21 Father Francis Gilday St # 508, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Moshe Elmekias
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-426-6900
Agent MLS ID
BB801625
Office MLS ID
BB5918
Listing Data Updated
Oct 21, 2016 4:56 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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