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197 Eighth Street # 628, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$810,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,120
Sq Ft
$723
Price/Sq Ft
1989
Year Built
1
Garage Space
70
Days on Market
Closed Listed Dec 26, 2017 • MLS# 72265906 Copied! • Updated Apr 6, 2018

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $859,900
Final Sale Price: $810,000
Difference: $49,900 (-5.8%)
Performance Metrics
94.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
70
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $768
Sale $/sq ft: $723
This property sold for $723 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.8% below the original asking price.

The property spent 70 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$723/sq ft
Area Average
$353/sq ft
Difference
+104.9%

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

About this home

Enjoy Luxury Living at Flagship Wharf! Highly sought after full service building in the historic Charlestown Navy Yard! Elegant 1 BR+ library with a wood burning fireplace (often used as a guest BR) and 2 BA! Wonderful open floor plan! Expansive living, dining and solarium overlooking lush, landscaped park with embracing sunset views of the Bunker Hill Monument and the USS Constitution! New top of the line gourmet chef's kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite breakfast bar! Towering 10' ceilings! Bright ensuite master BR with a wall of glass windows and great closet space! In-unit laundry! Incredible access to public transportation - MBTA F4 Water Shuttle to Aquarium, MGH shuttle to North Station, MBTA 93 to Downtown stops. Amenities include 24 HR concierge, valet parking, secured door and elevator access, bicycle storage, assigned storage and a fitness center with harbor & skyline views! Very low condo fee includes parking! A truly warm & wonderful home!

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Property History

Market Insights

17.8%
Price Range
208
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73436267
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Feb 4, 2026
$985,000
MLS #73436267
Sold
Apr 5, 2018
$810,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 208
🏠
Listed for Sale
Dec 26, 2017
$859,900
Original listing
Agent: Frank Celeste Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $7,055 $666,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,055
Tax Year 2017
HOA Fee
$580
Monthly
Assessed Value
$666,200

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1989
Living Area 1,120 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $7,055
Assessed Value $666,200

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $580 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities Hot Water, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Storage, Parking
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Seller Pays 2% Of The Gross Sale Price To The Bra Upon Resale Of The Property.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 628
Sq Ft Source Owner
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 71 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1989
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,120 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
6

Room Details

Other Floor

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

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Concierge

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1989
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Under

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Ocean
Community Amenities:
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
0.4 mi
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.4 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
0.5 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
Edwards Middle
0.9 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
Charlestown High
0.7 mi
D
Charlestown High School
0.7 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
East Boston High
1.0 mi
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Neighborhood

Charlestown

197 Eighth Street # 628, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

Listing Information

Listing Agent Frank Celeste
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone 617-242-4222
Agent MLS ID BB802670
Office MLS ID BB9059
Listing Data Updated Apr 6, 2018 12:03 PM 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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