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451 Shawmut Ave # 3, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$880,000
Est. $5,308/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
785
Sq Ft
$1,121
Price/Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
25
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 9, 2019 • MLS# 72496559 Copied!

About this home

Floor through 2 bed with ample sunlight has a spectacular oversized private deck with remarkable Back Bay views! South facing, open kitchen features stainless appliances, granite and ample storage with a center island. Gracious living room with separate dining area is complete with high ceilings, bow front windows, wide pine floors and a fireplace. Huge deck ideal for morning coffee or afternoon reading/cocktails- an ideal entertaining space. Additional features include in unit washer/ dryer, a pet friendly building and a good sized second bedroom. Many beautiful parks, public transportation, the Prudential, Copley, Downtown and all of the major hospitals are nearby. Close to all the best restaurants and shopping in the South End and Back Bay. This is the home you have been waiting for!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner BOSTON SSSA LLC MASS LLC
Mailing Address 451 SHAWMUT AV., APT 5, BOSTON, MA, 02118

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $934,900
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $9,620
CPA Surcharge 1% ($86)
Estimated Annual Tax $9,706

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 (87.6% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
785 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $885,000
Final Sale Price: $880,000
Difference: $5,000 (-0.6%)
Performance Metrics
99.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
25
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,127
Sale $/sq ft: $1,121
This property sold for $1,121 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.6% below the original asking price.

With only 25 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$1,121/sq ft
Area Average
$383/sq ft
Difference
+192.6%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 785 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Electric Baseboard
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $4,656
Assessed Value $671,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric Baseboard
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

451 Shawmut Ave # 3, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

Walkability

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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
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.1 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.2 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
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.3 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
Perkins Elementary School
0.5 mi | #772 of 824 | Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.6 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.7 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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
F
Condon K-8 School
1.2 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
Park Street School
1.2 mi
Grades K-07
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.3 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.4 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
1.8 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.0 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
2.2 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.6 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
Timilty Middle
1.0 mi
UP Academy
1.3 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.3 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.8 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.9 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
1.0 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.0 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
1.3 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.7 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.2 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
Meridian Academy
2.3 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
2.9 mi | #324 of 346 | Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students Moderate
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
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Market Insights

99.4%
Price Range
28
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73514454
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Currently Listed
May 7, 2026
$4,950
MLS #73514454 - Active
Sold
Jul 18, 2019
$880,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 28
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Listed for Sale
May 9, 2019
$885,000
Original listing
Agent: Post Advisory Group Office: Engel & Volkers Boston

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 7, 2026 Sold $4,950
May 9, 2019 New Listing Added $885,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
25 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,121

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $4,656 $671,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,656
Tax Year 2019
HOA Fee
$270
Monthly
Assessed Value
$671,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Post Advisory Group
Listing Office Engel & Volkers Boston
Agent MLS ID TM002210
Office MLS ID AN2593
Listing Data Updated Jul 19, 2019 4:21 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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