42 8th Street # 1519, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown's Navy Yard
$510,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
650
Sq Ft
$785
Price/Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
1
Garage Space
7
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jul 20, 2017 • MLS# 72200996 Copied! • Updated Sep 2, 2017

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $519,000
Final Sale Price: $510,000
Difference: $9,000 (-1.7%)
Performance Metrics
98.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
7
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $798
Sale $/sq ft: $785
This property sold for $785 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.7% below the original asking price.

With only 7 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 38 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$785/sq ft
Area Median
$333/sq ft
Difference
+135.7%

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

About this home

This nicely finished 1BR/1BA penthouse condo at Parris Landing offers stunning views of the Boston skyline. Well appointed kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless appliances including gas range, granite countertops, custom pantry, and peninsula with bar seating. The kitchen opens to a dining and living space with bamboo floors and large window with spectacular views of the Navy Yard Park, Boston skyline, and Zakim bridge. The sunny bedroom offers a large walk-in closet with a California custom closet, and plush carpet. Well-appointed full bath with white tiled tub/shower and white vanity with granite top. 1 “self park” garage space completes this unique offering. Designed by Philippe Starck, and conveniently located in Charlestown's historic Navy Yard, Parris Landing is a luxury elevator building offering many amenities including: professional on-site management, 24 hour concierge, heated outdoor pool, fitness center, and clubroom.

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Property History

Market Insights

14.8%
Price Range
10
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73587892
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Oct 7, 2026
$574,000
MLS #73587892 - Active
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Sold
Sep 1, 2017
$510,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 10
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Listed for Sale
Jul 20, 2017
$519,000
Original listing
Agent: Nancy Roth Office: Coldwell Banker - The Hammond Group
Previous Transaction - MLS #71786492
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Mar 12, 2015
$489,000
MLS #71786492

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $4,786 $451,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,786
Tax Year 2017
HOA Fee
$732
Monthly
Assessed Value
$451,900

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 650 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Bamboo
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Range Hood
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Professional Landscaping
Pool Association, In Ground, Heated
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Deeded
Total Spaces 2
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $4,786
Assessed Value $451,900

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $732 Monthly
Fee Includes Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Air Conditioning
Amenities Hot Water, Pool, Laundry, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Clubroom
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures Seller To Pay 2% To Bra Upon Future Resale. Includes One (1) Garage Self-park Space #219. Parris Landing Is A Non-smoking Community. Tenant Occupied Through 8/31/17.
Exclusions All Tenants Personal Property.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 1519
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 10 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
650 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
5
Main Level Bedrooms
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Bamboo
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security: Concierge

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Effective Year (Renovated): 2005
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

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

Special Features

Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Harbor
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
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 | #593 of 825 | Score: 41.1
Dropped 185 spots from last year
-17.1 below state avg
315 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C+
Mario Umana Academy
0.6 mi | #11 of 16 | Score: 26.5
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.7 below state avg
585 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 | #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
Charlestown High
0.6 mi
East Boston High
1.0 mi
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Neighborhood

Charlestown's Navy Yard

42 8th Street # 1519, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

Listing Information

Listing Agent Nancy Roth
Agent MLS ID H8000088
Office MLS ID AN3133
Listing Data Updated Sep 2, 2017 9:19 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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