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683 Massachusetts Ave. # 5, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$599,000
Est. $4,067/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
670
Sq Ft
$894
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
3 hours 15 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed Jul 6, 2026 • MLS# 73544907 Copied! • Updated Jul 6, 2026

About this home

Spectacular top-floor South End condo featuring an incredible 260-square-foot private roof deck with sweeping skyline views. This distinctive loft-style home offers soaring ceilings, two skylights, exposed brick, hardwood floors, central A/C, a wood-burning fireplace, and abundant natural light throughout. The spacious living area accommodates both living and dining spaces and flows into an updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and Fisher & Paykel appliances. The king-sized bedroom features a charming west-facing window seat and three closets, including one with in-unit laundry. An oversized contemporary bath offers a jacuzzi tub, exceptional storage, and direct access from the bedroom. A unique loft space is a perfect reading nook and leads to the private roof deck, rebuilt in 2016 with mahogany decking and modern railings. Professionally managed and pet-friendly. Currently leased at $3,000/month through 8/31 to wonderful tenants who would love to stay.

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Property History

Market Insights

4.3%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Jul 6, 2026
$599,000
Original listing
Agent: Kiernan Middleman Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
Previous Transaction - MLS #72535516
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Aug 29, 2019
$573,000
MLS #72535516

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $7,064 $610,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,064
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$249
Monthly
Assessed Value
$610,000

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 670 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Central, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
Features None
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $7,064
Assessed Value $610,000

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $249 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures Rentals Allowed With A 30-day Minimum.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type ["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building 5
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Sq Ft Disclosures Includes loft and is as measured by NE Floor Plans in 2019. Public record states 610
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Association Financial Statements (3)
County Suffolk

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
670 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
2
Entry Level
4

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station, University
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
0.3 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
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.3 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
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
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
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.6 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
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.7 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
C
Hale Elementary School
1.0 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
Kingsley Montessori School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-06
F
Tobin K-8 School
1.2 mi | #344 of 352 | Score: 25.1
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.1 below state avg
364 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
1.2 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
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.1 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
1.6 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.6 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
1.9 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.3 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
1.3 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.6 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
0.8 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
1.1 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
1.3 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
1.4 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
2.0 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
2.1 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
2.6 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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683 Massachusetts Ave. # 5, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kiernan Middleman
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
Office Phone 617-848-9616
Agent MLS ID M8000871
Office MLS ID AN2213
Listing Data Updated Jul 6, 2026 9:54 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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