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478 Shawmut Ave # 8, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$680,000
Est. $4,573/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
724
Sq Ft
$939
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1900
Year Built
Condominium
Type
32
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 11, 2025 • MLS# 73358895 Copied!

About this home

Fabulous, move-in ready, Southeast facing 4th floor 1 bed near everything: cafe's, great restaurants, shopping, the T, and just a few blocks to Boston Medical Center - absolutely perfect location for Residents & Fellows. You will love the spacious versatile layout, with an ideal balance of open feel & defined spaces. This sunny condo is newly painted, beautiful & ready for a quick, easy move-in. New appliances, in unit washer & dryer, a great walk-in closet, separate dining area, a custom crafted built in desk and a highly functional white kitchen. The generously-sized rooms with good ceiling height are all well proportioned for comfortable city living. Professional managed building with a great roofdeck and extra storage in the basement. High 98 Walk Score: enjoy morning coffee, breakfast & evening dining at Jaho, Flour, Mike's, El Centro, Toro and much more. The Silver Line takes you downtown and the Bike Score is 99! The perfect location for your city home or investment property.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner WALSH DAVID
Mailing Address 480 SHAWMUT AV #5-B, BOSTON, MA, 02118

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row End

Tax Information

Assessed Value $707,000
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $7,275
CPA Surcharge 1% ($62)
Estimated Annual Tax $7,337

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 (86.3% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
724 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,000
Final Sale Price: $680,000
Difference: $19,000 (-2.7%)
Performance Metrics
97.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
32
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $965
Sale $/sq ft: $939
This property sold for $939 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.7% below the original asking price.

The property spent 32 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$939/sq ft
Area Average
$433/sq ft
Difference
+117.1%

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 1900
Living Area 724 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Electric Baseboard
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Marble, Parquet
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry In Unit
Features Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

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

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $7,409
Assessed Value $634,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Marble, Parquet
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom, Security Gate

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 1987
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric Baseboard
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University, Other

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

478 Shawmut Ave # 8, 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
0.3 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
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
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
0.5 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
0.9 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
1.1 mi
Grades K-06
C
Hale Elementary School
1.1 mi | #582 of 824 | Score: 41.7
Dropped 281 spots from last year
-16.5 below state avg
162 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-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
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
1.3 mi
Nativity Prep School
1.7 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.8 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
2.1 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.5 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
0.9 mi
UP Academy
1.3 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.4 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.8 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.9 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
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
Newman School
1.1 mi
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
1.6 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
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
2.2 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
2.8 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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Property History

Market Insights

2.7%
Price Range
34
Total Days on Market

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Sold
Jun 9, 2025
$680,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 34
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Listed for Sale
Apr 11, 2025
$699,000
Original listing
Agent: The Ivy Team Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 11, 2025 New Listing Added $699,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
32 days
Price per Sq Ft
$939

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,409 $634,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,409
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$317
Monthly
Assessed Value
$634,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Ivy Team
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Agent MLS ID TM301206
Office MLS ID BB5522
Listing Data Updated Jun 9, 2025 2:52 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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