257 Northampton Street # 509, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$680,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$649,000
Final Sale Price:
$680,000
Difference:
+$31,000 (+4.8%)
Performance Metrics
104.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
15
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$779
Sale $/sq ft:
$816
This property sold for $816 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 4.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 15 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
A bright and contemporary home in The Modern, a highly desirable South End building on the edge of Back Bay and The Fenway. Rarely available, this perfect one bedroom condo offers incredible light from floor-to-ceiling windows, a loft feel combined with a traditional layout and wide open living area overlooking the city. The full sized kitchen features glossy white cabinets, solid-surface counters, gas cooking and breakfast bar. Ample bathroom includes marble tile and soaking tub. Wood flooring throughout, central air, in-unit laundry and balcony. The building has an incredible common roof deck with gas grill & amazing views of the city. Just two blocks to public transportation and moments to everything Boston has to offer. All offers will be reviewed 3/4 at 12:00 pm.
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Property History
Market Insights
99.6%
Price Range
18
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73586895
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Oct 6, 2026
$779,000
MLS #73586895 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #73396049
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Aug 15, 2025
$3,500
MLS #73396049
Sold
Mar 30, 2018
$680,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 18
Listed for Sale
Mar 1, 2018
$649,000
Original listing
Agent: Joe Cunningham
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $779,000 | - | - | MLS #73586895 - Active |
| 08/15/2025 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $3,500 | - | - | MLS #73396049 |
| 03/30/2018 | ✓ Sold | $680,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 03/01/2018 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $649,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $6,179 | $583,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,179
Tax Year 2017
HOA Fee
$351
Monthly
Assessed Value
$583,500
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2011
Living Area
833 sq ft
Lot Size
0.02 acres
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
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
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,179
Assessed Value
$583,500
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$351 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
Amenities
Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Taxes Do Not Include Residential Exemption. 2% Due To Bra Upon Resale.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
509
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
18 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2011
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
833 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
5
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2011
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Cooling:
Central Air
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
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
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.2 mi
|
#259 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#766 of 825
|
Score: 31.2
Improved 35 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
201 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#808 of 825
|
Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.5 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
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.7 mi
|
#325 of 352
|
Score: 28.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
716 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.0 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
Tobin K-8 School
1.0 mi
|
#344 of 352
|
Score: 24.6
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
355 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kids Are People School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-12
The Learning Project
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.3 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
1.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
1.6 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.0 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
Mother Caroline Academy
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.2 mi
Epiphany School
3.3 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.4 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
Timilty Middle
0.8 mi
UP Academy
1.6 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.7 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
Newman School
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.9 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.0 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
C
Quincy Upper School
1.1 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.6 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
Meridian Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.5 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
D
English High School
2.7 mi
|
#328 of 346
|
Score: 28.9
Improved 30 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
653 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
South End
257 Northampton Street # 509, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Joe Cunningham
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID
BB808934
Office MLS ID
AN2383
Listing Data Updated
May 7, 2018 11:20 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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