271 W 5th St, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127 • South Boston
$675,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$699,000
Final Sale Price:
$675,000
Difference:
$24,000 (-3.4%)
Performance Metrics
96.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
23
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$306
Sale $/sq ft:
$295
This property sold for $295 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 3.4% below the original asking price.
With only 23 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 29 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$295/sq ft
Area Median
$321/sq ft
Difference
8.0%
This property sold near the area median for similar homes.
About this home
Location..Location...with lots of potential. This single family blocks from West Broadway offers 4 levels of living with rear deck and yard. Property is in need of TLC but great opportunities for investors or individuals wanting to live in South Boston. Property is being sold "as is" but recent updates include renovated bath in 2015, new roof in 2010, new siding 2006 and basement has 12' ceilings.
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Property History
Market Insights
66.5%
Price Range
25
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73481412
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Mar 2, 2026
$1,999,000
MLS #73481412 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #73089451
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jun 2, 2023
$2,017,500
MLS #73089451
Sold
Dec 19, 2017
$675,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 25
Listed for Sale
Oct 11, 2017
$699,000
Original listing
Agent: Jennifer Reidy
Office: Seaport Realty Group
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,999,000 | - | - | MLS #73481412 - Active |
| 06/02/2023 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $2,017,500 | - | - | MLS #73089451 |
| 12/19/2017 | ✓ Sold | $675,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 10/11/2017 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $699,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $6,275 | $592,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,275
Tax Year 2017
Assessed Value
$592,500
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1890
Living Area
2,285 sq ft
Lot Size
0.03 acres
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
11
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
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
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,275
Assessed Value
$592,500
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Buyer To Perform All Due Diligence. All Offers Must Include Property Is Being Sold In As In Condition. Currently, This Homes Has Two Kitchen Areas.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
25 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,285 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Levels
Multi/Split
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
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:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Other
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
St. Peter Academy School
0.1 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Condon K-8 School
0.3 mi
|
#347 of 352
|
Score: 24.2
Improved 11 spots from last year
-34 below state avg
448 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
F
Tynan Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#819 of 825
|
Score: 24.7
Dropped 97 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
218 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.9 mi
|
#149 of 346
|
Score: 56.4
Improved 166 spots from last year
-1.9 below state avg
1,376 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
F
Clap Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#811 of 825
|
Score: 25.6
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-32.6 below state avg
144 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
|
#154 of 346
|
Score: 55.7
Improved 44 spots from last year
-2.5 below state avg
688 students
Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.3 mi
|
#808 of 825
|
Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Dever Elementary School
1.3 mi
|
#768 of 825
|
Score: 31.1
Improved 40 spots from last year
-27.1 below state avg
279 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.4 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
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: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.2 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 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
|
#266 of 352
|
Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
UP Academy
0.1 mi
McCormack Middle
1.2 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
1.1 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.2 mi
|
#279 of 346
|
Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.2 mi
|
#20 of 25
|
Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.7 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students
Moderate
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: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 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: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.7 mi
|
#20 of 346
|
Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 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
|
#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
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Neighborhood
South Boston
271 W 5th St, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Jennifer Reidy
Listing Office
Seaport Realty Group
Office Phone
617-464-7320
Agent MLS ID
A8000723
Office MLS ID
BB9614
Listing Data Updated
Dec 19, 2017 5:52 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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