256 Bowen # 2, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127
$989,000
Est. $5,867/month
About this home
Penthouse living at its finest! Rare opportunity to own two levels of sun-filled living space with hardwood floors, exposed brick, three private outdoor spaces, and two off-street parking spaces. The loft-style main level features an open floor plan, a stunning 2017 renovated gourmet kitchen, spacious living and dining areas, in-unit washer/dryer, remodeled half bath, and a private deck perfect for outdoor dining. Upstairs are two large bedrooms and a beautifully renovated 2017 full bath with a marble vanity and frameless glass shower. The primary bedroom offers a private deck with stairs leading to an incredible 250 sq. ft. rooftop deck showcasing breathtaking city views. Additional highlights include central air conditioning with a Nest thermostat and a new hot water heater installed in 2025.
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Property History
Market Insights
17.1%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jun 17, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jun 17, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Jun 10, 2026
$989,000
Original listing
Office: The Agency Boston
Previous Transaction - MLS #72524643
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Aug 1, 2019
$820,000
MLS #72524643
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/17/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 06/17/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 06/10/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $989,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 08/01/2019 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $820,000 | - | - | MLS #72524643 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,188 | $949,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,188
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$150
Monthly
Assessed Value
$949,000
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1890
Living Area
1,037 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Central, Unit Control, Wall Furnace
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood, City View(s)
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood
Parking
Features
Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,188
Assessed Value
$949,000
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$150 Monthly
Fee Includes
Electricity, Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
1
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Does not include outdoor space
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
21 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,037 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
3
Entry Level
2
Room Details
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,037 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (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.
Other Floor
Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1890
Structure Type:
2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Unit Control, Wall Furnace
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood, City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Deck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Off Street, Paved
Special Features
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
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
10 schools
St. Peter Academy School
0.1 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Condon K-8 School
0.3 mi
|
#345 of 352
|
Score: 24.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
518 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
F
Tynan Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#816 of 824
|
Score: 24.8
Dropped 94 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
227 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.9 mi
|
#155 of 346
|
Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
F
Clap Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#808 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
140 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Saint John Paul II Academy - Columbia
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
1.1 mi
|
#167 of 346
|
Score: 53.7
Improved 31 spots from last year
-4.5 below state avg
708 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.3 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Dever Elementary School
1.3 mi
|
#752 of 824
|
Score: 32.4
Improved 56 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
445 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.4 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
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
0.1 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.1 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
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.2 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.5 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
2.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.2 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
UP Academy
0.1 mi
McCormack Middle
1.2 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
1.1 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.2 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.2 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.7 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
Newman School
2.1 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.1 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 Academy
2.2 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
A+
Boston Latin School
2.7 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
Meridian Academy
3.2 mi
Grades 06-09
D
Charlestown High School
3.2 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
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256 Bowen # 2, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Samantha Boulay
Listing Office
The Agency Boston
Office Phone
617-420-9033
Agent MLS ID
CN242813
Office MLS ID
AN9009
Listing Data Updated
Jul 1, 2026 3:09 AM EDT
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