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281 Franklin St # 501, Boston MA 02110

Boston, MA 02110
$3,490
Est. $218/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
695
Sq Ft
$5
Price/Sq Ft
99,999
Lot Sq Ft
53
Days on Market
Active Listed Jan 8, 2026 • MLS# 73466449 Copied!

About this home

Last One Bed Left! Welcome to 281 Franklin Street, a historic Downtown gem reimagined for modern living. Unit 501 offers direct elevator access, soaring ceilings, and stunning exposed brick and beams. The well-appointed kitchen features sleek cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, perfect for cooking and entertaining. Large windows flood the space with natural light, creating an inviting atmosphere. Ideally located near top restaurants, shops, and public transit, this home offers the best of city living at your doorstep.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner FRANKLIN 281 REALTY PARTNERS LLC
Mailing Address 44 GLEN AVE, NEWTON CENTER, MA, 02459

Land Use

Use Code 344
Description Gas Station
Style OFFICE 3-9 STORY

Tax Information

Assessed Value $3,326,100
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $34,226
CPA Surcharge 1% ($332)
Estimated Annual Tax $34,558

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $1,008,900 $2,317,200 $3,326,100

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

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field Assessor MLS Match
Sqft 14,973 695
Match: address_exact (85.0% confidence) · Data as of Feb 26, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
695 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Entry Level
5

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Apartment
Living Area 695 sq ft
Lot Size 99,999 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 2

Interior

Heating Ductless
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Decorative Lighting, City View(s)
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Financial

No financial details available

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
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Basement:
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

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Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Ductless
Cooling:
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Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Decorative Lighting, City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
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Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

281 Franklin St # 501, Boston MA 02110

Boston, MA 02110

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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

3 schools
St. John Elementary School
0.5 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
A
Quincy Elementary School
0.9 mi | #122 of 824 | Score: 57.9
Improved 230 spots from last year
-0.3 below state avg
731 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
H

High Schools

3 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
C-
Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers: A Horace Mann Charter Public School - Lower Campus
1.0 mi | #307 of 346 | Score: 36.8
Improved 17 spots from last year
-21.4 below state avg
383 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-11
Commonwealth School
1.3 mi
Grades 09-12
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Property History

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Property Timeline

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Status: Active
Feb 3, 2026
Active Under Contract → Active
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Status: Active under contract
Jan 29, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
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Listed for Sale
Jan 8, 2026
$3,490
Original listing
Agent: Elizabeth Sampson Office: Burns Realty & Investments LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 3, 2026 Status: Active $0
Jan 29, 2026 Status: Active under contract $0
Jan 8, 2026 New Listing Added $3,490

Market Statistics

Days on Market
53 days
Price per Sq Ft
$5

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
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Listing Information

Listing Agent Elizabeth Sampson
Listing Office Burns Realty & Investments LLC
Agent MLS ID CN202604
Office MLS ID AN2838
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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