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473 Massachusetts Ave # 2, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$745,000
Est. $5,106/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
767
Sq Ft
$971
Price/Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
5 hours 43 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed May 13, 2026 • MLS# 73517488 Copied!

About this home

South End living at its best! Located on the parlor-level of a quintessential Boston brownstone, this impressive residence blends classic charm & character with modern amenities. The open-concept living area features soaring ceilings, oversized windows flooding the space with natural light, dental moldings, hardwood floors, & a show-stopping fireplace with a marble surround and ornate mantel mirror. The well-appointed kitchen offers island seating, granite countertops, rich cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances. Frosted glass pocket doors lead to a spacious bedroom with a bay window nook (ideal for an in-home office setup) and a walk-in closet. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, ductless mini-split A/C, and close proximity to South End & Back Bay's bustling shopping and dining scene, parks, and public transportation.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
767 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Open House Schedule

16
May
Saturday, May 16
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
15
May
Friday, May 15
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM EDT
17
May
Sunday, May 17
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 767 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Wall Furnace
Cooling Dual
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Features Off Street, On Street

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $10,069
Assessed Value $755,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Effective Year (Renovated): 2012
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, Wall Furnace
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Dual
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: Off Street, On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

473 Massachusetts Ave # 2, 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
0.2 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.3 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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.5 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
0.5 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
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.7 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.0 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
The Learning Project
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
Kids Are People School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-12
F
Tobin K-8 School
1.0 mi | #344 of 352 | Score: 25.1
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.1 below state avg
364 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.3 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
1.6 mi
Nativity Prep School
1.6 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
Mother Caroline Academy
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.2 mi
Epiphany School
3.3 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.4 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
0.8 mi
UP Academy
1.6 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.7 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
Newman School
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.0 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
C
Quincy Upper School
1.0 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.6 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
Meridian Academy
2.2 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.5 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
D
English High School
2.7 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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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
May 13, 2026
$745,000
Original listing
Agent: The Denman Group Office: eXp Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72585598
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Dec 13, 2019
$699,000
MLS #72585598
Previous Transaction - MLS #71918918
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jan 20, 2016
$539,000
MLS #71918918

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 13, 2026 New Listing Added $745,000
Dec 13, 2019 Sold $699,000
Jan 20, 2016 Sold $539,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
5 hours 43 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$971

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $10,069 $755,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,069
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$300
Monthly
Assessed Value
$755,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Denman Group
Listing Office eXp Realty
Agent MLS ID TM359011
Office MLS ID AC0342
Listing Data Updated May 13, 2026 10:32 AM 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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