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42 8th Street # 5519, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$799,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,205
Sq Ft
$663
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
1
Garage Space
40
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 10, 2017 • MLS# 72161784 Copied! • Updated Jul 22, 2017

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $819,000
Final Sale Price: $799,000
Difference: $20,000 (-2.4%)
Performance Metrics
97.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
40
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $680
Sale $/sq ft: $663
This property sold for $663 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.4% below the original asking price.

The property spent 40 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 19 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$663/sq ft
Area Average
$311/sq ft
Difference
+113.2%

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

About this home

Rarely Available Penthouse Triplex at The Coveted Parris Landing! Take the elevator to your three level home. A legal 3 bedroom giving you options to use the top floor vaulted room as a third bedroom, sunny home office or roof top lounge. The home has been fully renovated. Kitchen features chestnut cabinets, stainless appliances including gas cooking and granite counter tops. The floors are "wooden" concrete tiles that are both stylish and utilitarian. Both bathrooms are modern with oceanic finishes. Each featuring a full tub/shower combination. The Piece de Resistance of this unit is your private roof deck with harbor views! The full service building features: Club Room, Conference Center, Billiards Room, State of the Art Gym, Outdoor Heated Pool, BBQ Area, Concierge and access to the waterfront. The location cannot be beat! On the Partners Shuttle, playground across the street, cafes and bistros nearby, walkable to the new brewery and and jaunt to just about anywhere you want to be.

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Property History

Market Insights

99.3%
Price Range
41
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73545057
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jul 6, 2026
$5,800
MLS #73545057 - Active
Sold
Jul 21, 2017
$799,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 41
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Listed for Sale
May 10, 2017
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: Betsy Herald Office: The Charles Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $6,856 $647,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,856
Tax Year 2017
HOA Fee
$887
Monthly
Assessed Value
$647,400

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 1,205 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck - Roof
Pool Association, In Ground
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Assigned
Total Spaces 2
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $6,856
Assessed Value $647,400

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $887 Monthly
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities Hot Water, Pool, Elevator(s), Park, Recreation Facilities, Fitness Center, Clubroom, Parking
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 240
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures Non Smoking Association. 2% Of Sale Price Has To Be Paid To The Bra At Closing. 1 Valet Parking Space Included.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 5519
Sq Ft Source Other
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 41 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,205 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
3
Entry Level
5

Room Details

Second Floor

Living Room

Other Floor

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

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security: Doorman, Concierge

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
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

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Assigned

Special Features

Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Harbor
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Marina
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

3 schools
Harvard/Kent Elem
0.3 mi
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.3 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
C+
Mario Umana Academy
0.6 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
Edwards Middle
0.8 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.6 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
Charlestown High
0.6 mi
East Boston High
1.0 mi
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Neighborhood

Charlestown

42 8th Street # 5519, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

Listing Information

Listing Agent Betsy Herald
Listing Office The Charles Realty
Office Phone 617-236-0353
Agent MLS ID BB981859
Office MLS ID BB9906
Listing Data Updated Jul 22, 2017 8:47 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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