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157 Dorchester St # 2, Boston MA 02127

Boston, MA 02127 • South Boston
$730,000
Est. $4,537/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,292
Sq Ft
$565
Price/Sq Ft
2000
Year Built
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 6, 2016 • MLS# 71983813 Copied!

About this home

Stunning South Boston penthouse with unparalleled views of the Boston skyline. Two spacious bedrooms. First level features master bedroom with walk-in closet, private deck and custom closet built-ins. Over-sized bath with double sinks, walk in shower and soaking tub. Amazing open living level with large, chef's kitchen, gas cooking, granite, breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances - plenty of prep and work space. Living room with gorgeous hardwood floors, fireplace, corner exposure and French doors leading to a large deck adjacent to the kitchen with gorgeous views of the Boston skyline and beyond. Custom window treatments, in unit washer and dry, A/C and pet friendly. Tandem parking for two cars.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner COLLINS CHARLES A
Mailing Address 157 DORCHESTER ST #2, SOUTH BOSTON, MA, 02127

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Low Rise

Tax Information

Assessed Value $821,800
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $8,456
CPA Surcharge 1% ($74)
Estimated Annual Tax $8,531

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: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Apr 29, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2000
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,292 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $685,000
Final Sale Price: $730,000
Difference: +$45,000 (+6.6%)
Performance Metrics
106.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $530
Sale $/sq ft: $565
This property sold for $565 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.6% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 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
$565/sq ft
Area Average
$258/sq ft
Difference
+119.0%

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

Facts & Features

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Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 2000
Living Area 1,292 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Features None
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $4,149
Assessed Value $555,500

Interior Features

Flooring:
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Basement: N
Laundry:
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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2000
Structure Type: Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
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Location

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Neighborhood

South Boston

157 Dorchester St # 2, Boston MA 02127

Boston, MA 02127

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
St. Peter Academy School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Condon K-8 School
0.3 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
F
Tynan Elementary School
0.5 mi | #816 of 824 | Score: 24.8
Dropped 94 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
227 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.9 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
F
Clap Elementary School
0.9 mi | #808 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
140 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Saint John Paul II Academy - Columbia
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
1.1 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
D
Dever Elementary School
1.2 mi | #752 of 824 | Score: 32.4
Improved 56 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
445 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.3 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
1.5 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
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
0.1 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.1 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
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.2 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.5 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.2 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
UP Academy
0.1 mi
McCormack Middle
1.2 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
1.2 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.2 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
C
Quincy Upper School
1.2 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
1.8 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
Newman School
2.1 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.1 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 Academy
2.2 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
A+
Boston Latin School
2.7 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
Meridian Academy
3.2 mi
Grades 06-09
D
Charlestown High School
3.2 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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99.4%
Price Range
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Total Days on Market

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Current Active Listing - MLS #73509073
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Currently Listed
Apr 29, 2026
$4,400
MLS #73509073 - Active
Sold
Jun 28, 2016
$730,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
Apr 6, 2016
$685,000
Original listing
Agent: Kyle Kaagan Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 29, 2026 Sold $4,400
Apr 6, 2016 New Listing Added $685,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
5 days
Price per Sq Ft
$565

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $4,149 $555,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,149
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$300
Monthly
Assessed Value
$555,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kyle Kaagan
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB806782
Office MLS ID BB5918
Listing Data Updated Jul 11, 2016 11:36 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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