656 Tremont St # 2, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$355,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
365
Sq Ft
$973
Price/Sq Ft
0.01
Acres
1900
Year Built
13
Days on Market
Sold Listed Apr 23, 2015 • MLS# 71823017 Copied! • Updated Jul 2, 2015

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $339,900
Final Sale Price: $355,000
Difference: +$15,100 (+4.4%)
Performance Metrics
104.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $931
Sale $/sq ft: $973
This property sold for $973 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 4.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

Presenting a great opportunity to own a renovated condo in a classic brownstone steps from all that the South End has to offer. Newly renovated kitchen and bath with timeless finishes and historic charm. Property features soaring 12ft ceilings, hardwood floors, a magnificent marble fire place, dramatic moldings, bay window allowing plenty of light and a lofted sleep area with storage creating the perfect space to entertain. This property also includes access to a shared roof deck space with sprawling views of the city skyline. This is a perfect pied-à-terre or option for a first time home buyer. The location is just a short walk to Back Bay Station, local award winning restaurants and the shopping of Copley Square. Offers Due 4/28/15 by 5:00PM

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Property History

Market Insights

34.6%
Price Range
18
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73574297
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Sep 9, 2026
$519,900
MLS #73574297 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #72191227
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 28, 2017
$459,000
MLS #72191227
Sold
Jun 29, 2015
$355,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 18
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Listed for Sale
Apr 23, 2015
$339,900
Original listing
Agent: Peter Racheotes Office: Rock Hill Residential Group

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2014 $2,878 $228,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,878
Tax Year 2014
HOA Fee
$247
Monthly
Assessed Value
$228,800

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 365 sq ft
Lot Size 0.01 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 2

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances None
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry In Basement, In Building
Features Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Loft

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
Features On Street
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $2,878
Assessed Value $228,800

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $247 Monthly
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal
Amenities Hot Water
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 4
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures Currently Leased For $2050 Until August 31, 2015.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building 2
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Association Financial Statements (3)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 18 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
365 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances:
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Loft
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Basement, In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 1984
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
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: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, 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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.2 mi | #808 of 825 | Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.2 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.2 mi | #259 of 352 | Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.6 mi | #766 of 825 | Score: 31.2
Improved 35 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
201 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.8 mi | #325 of 352 | Score: 28.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
716 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
The Learning Project
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.9 mi | #149 of 346 | Score: 56.4
Improved 166 spots from last year
-1.9 below state avg
1,376 students Moderate
High Graduation Rate Rising School
Grades 05-12
Park Street School
1.0 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
1.2 mi
Grades K-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.4 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.6 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.1 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.4 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.4 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.7 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
1.1 mi
UP Academy
1.4 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.3 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.7 mi | #279 of 346 | Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.0 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.1 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.3 mi | #20 of 346 | Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 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
1.8 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.3 mi | #20 of 25 | Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.4 mi
Grades 06-09
D
Charlestown High School
2.8 mi | #319 of 346 | Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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South End

656 Tremont St # 2, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

Listing Information

Agent MLS ID BB806590
Office MLS ID AC1824
Listing Data Updated Jul 2, 2015 1:11 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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