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4 Short Street Pl, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$515,000
Est. $2,999/month
1
Beds
1.5
Baths
900
Sq Ft
$572
Price/Sq Ft
0.01
Acres
1885
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
11
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 27, 2016 • MLS# 71995322 Copied!

About this home

A renovated, single-family, that is “move-in” ready, is rarely found at this price! Situated on a quiet lane & steps from public transport, this light-filled home has serene private outdoor patio, wood-beam ceiling, exposed brick, hardwood floors, & basement storage! Ren. kitchen fts. built-in bfast nook w/seating, hardwood, granite, Frigidaire stainless w/4-burner range & custom cabinetry w/crown molding. Spacious living fts. 3 walls of windows, wide pine fl., crown molding, updated lighting & versatile space, ideal for office. Sun-filled bd. has ample nat. light through oversized windows, walk-in closet w/built-ins & thoughtful en-suite bth. Serene full bth w/tub & tile shower surround includ. glass doors, tile floors, pedestal sink & add. storage. Private patio is the highlight of home & perfect for entertaining. Add. storage in basement, Kenmore w/d complete this rare-to-market, must-see SF home!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner PORTER SEAN
Mailing Address SHORT STREET, CHARLESTOWN, MA, 02129

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $798,500
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $8,217
CPA Surcharge 1% ($72)
Estimated Annual Tax $8,288

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $196,200 $602,300 $798,500 —

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 1, 2022 $705,000 68029/165

Building Permit History

No building permits on record since 2009.

Data: City of Boston Open Data (Analyze Boston)

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 (89.6% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1885
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
900 sq ft
Total Rooms
3

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $449,000
Final Sale Price: $515,000
Difference: +$66,000 (+14.7%)
Performance Metrics
114.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
11
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $499
Sale $/sq ft: $572
This property sold for $572 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 14.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 11 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$572/sq ft
Area Average
$3/sq ft
Difference
+16,752.5%

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 Single Family Residence
Year Built 1885
Living Area 900 sq ft
Lot Size 0.01 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Other
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Other (see Remarks)
Roof Shingle
Features Patio - Enclosed
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Enclosed

Parking

Features None

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $2,333
Assessed Value $390,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1885
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Other

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio - Enclosed
Patio & Porch: Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Location

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Neighborhood

Charlestown

4 Short Street Pl, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

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
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
0.3 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
73 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
0.5 mi | #85 of 352 | Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.8 mi | #589 of 824 | Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.5 mi | #48 of 352 | Score: 57.2
Improved 2 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
784 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
C+
Mario Umana Academy
1.5 mi | #11 of 16 | Score: 26.9
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.3 below state avg
634 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
St. John Elementary School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
1.7 mi | #777 of 824 | Score: 30.7
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
256 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Advent School
1.7 mi
Grades K-06
East Boston Central Catholic School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School
1.8 mi | #670 of 824 | Score: 37.5
Improved 47 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
279 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
3.6 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.4 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
4.6 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
5.0 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
Dearborn Middle School
5.3 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
5.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
6.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
9.3 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
Edwards Middle
0.3 mi
UP Academy
3.6 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.5 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
C-
East Boston High School
1.8 mi | #305 of 346 | Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students Less Diverse
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Newman School
2.2 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
2.5 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
Cathedral High School
2.9 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.5 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.7 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
4.0 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
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
4.5 mi | #312 of 346 | Score: 35.4
Improved 17 spots from last year
-22.8 below state avg
426 students Diverse
Career Tech Programs Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
D
Brighton High School
4.5 mi | #321 of 346 | Score: 31.3
Improved 43 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
667 students Diverse
11 sports • 520 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Market Insights

43.7%
Price Range
12
Total Days on Market
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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73534514
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jun 11, 2026
$798,000
MLS #73534514 - Active
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Previous Transaction - MLS #72940979
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Previously Sold
Apr 1, 2022
$701,000
MLS #72940979
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Sold
Jun 2, 2016
$515,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 12
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Listed for Sale
Apr 27, 2016
$449,000
Original listing
Agent: Jane Reitz Team Office: Reitz Realty Group

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 11, 2026 Sold $798,000 —
Apr 1, 2022 Sold $701,000 —
Apr 27, 2016 New Listing Added $449,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
11 days
Price per Sq Ft
$572

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $2,333 $390,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,333
Tax Year 2016
Assessed Value
$390,400

Listing Information

Listing Office Reitz Realty Group
Agent MLS ID TM300321
Office MLS ID AN2397
Listing Data Updated Jun 12, 2016 8:35 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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