1597 Washington St # 512, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$885,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$899,000
Final Sale Price:
$885,000
Difference:
$14,000 (-1.6%)
Performance Metrics
98.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
46
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$887
Sale $/sq ft:
$873
This property sold for $873 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 1.6% below the original asking price.
The property spent 46 days on market before selling.
About this home
Two bedroom/two bath unit with expansive Back Bay rooftop views enjoyed from the private balcony of this residence. A good sized second bedroom, the master bedroom with ensuite bath features a marble vanity. Both have ample closet space. The kitchen is highlighted by new stainless steel appliances, marble countertops and breakfast bar and a large pantry. The kitchen opens onto a flexible living/dining area leading to the private balcony. Hardwood floors throughout, central air and an additional storage closet down the hall on the same floor. One garage parking space with elevator access complete this inviting home! Wonderful neighborhood conveniences include many restaurants, Walgreens, Whole Foods, Foodies, SoWa galleries, public transporation and medical facilities. A second parking space is available for sale for $85,000
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Property History
Market Insights
16.9%
Price Range
47
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73480638
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 21, 2026
$1,065,000
MLS #73480638
Sold
Dec 12, 2016
$885,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 47
Listed for Sale
Sep 14, 2016
$899,000
Original listing
Agent: James Buckley
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/21/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,065,000 | - | - | MLS #73480638 |
| 12/12/2016 | ✓ Sold | $885,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/14/2016 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $899,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $8,711 | $791,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,711
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$480
Monthly
Assessed Value
$791,900
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2000
Living Area
1,014 sq ft
Lot Size
0.02 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Balcony
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Deeded
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
220 Volts
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,711
Assessed Value
$791,900
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$480 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
512
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
47 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2000
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,014 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
5
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2000
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Balcony
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Deeded
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.2 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
0.2 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
0.4 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
0.6 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
0.6 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
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
F
Condon K-8 School
1.1 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
Park Street School
1.2 mi
Grades K-07
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.3 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.4 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
1.8 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.9 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
2.2 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.6 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
1.0 mi
UP Academy
1.3 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.3 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.8 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
0.9 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
1.0 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
Newman School
1.0 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.4 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
1.7 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
2.3 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
2.9 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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Neighborhood
South End
1597 Washington St # 512, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
Listing Information
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-426-6900
Agent MLS ID
BB803156
Office MLS ID
BB5918
Listing Data Updated
Dec 12, 2016 4:06 PM EST
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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