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8 Prospect Street # 1, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$822,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,131
Sq Ft
$727
Price/Sq Ft
1880
Year Built
1
Parking
14
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 21, 2020 • MLS# 72659657 Copied! • Updated Jul 28, 2020

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $839,000
Final Sale Price: $822,000
Difference: $17,000 (-2.0%)
Performance Metrics
98.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $742
Sale $/sq ft: $727
This property sold for $727 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.0% below the original asking price.

With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$727/sq ft
Area Average
$307/sq ft
Difference
+136.5%

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

About this home

Spectacular Gas Light 2 bed/2 bath with parking! Set in a historic copper-facade Brownstone, this meticulously renovated unit provides three sides of exposure, skyline views, 9.5' ceilings, and incredible natural light. Large and dimensional living room with picture window is the ideal space to relax or entertain. Oversized Chef's kitchen offers custom cabinetry, carrara quartz counters, professional grade SS appliances, built-in breakfast bar and designated dining. Magazine-quality master suite features generous closet space + new designer bath with frameless glass shower and full tile surround. Large guest bedroom with dedicated marble bath. Enjoy full-day sun this Summer on your oversized private, direct access, bluestone patio! Central AC. Laundry in-unit. SUV suitable parking. Deeded basement storage. A truly special home just steps to everything Charlestown has to offer.

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Property History

Market Insights

25.3%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73339508
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Apr 7, 2025
$1,100,000
MLS #73339508
Sold
Jul 28, 2020
$822,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
🏠
Listed for Sale
May 21, 2020
$839,000
Original listing
Agent: Adam Geragosian Office: Compass

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2020 $4,303 $677,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,303
Tax Year 2020
HOA Fee
$400
Monthly
Assessed Value
$677,100

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1880
Living Area 1,131 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry First Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Patio - Enclosed
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio - Enclosed
Features Off Street, Assigned
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $4,303
Assessed Value $677,100

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $400 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Reserve Funds
Amenities Storage
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 3
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures Parking Is Leased From Massport And Included In Condo Fee. Taxes Include Residential Exemption.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Rowhouse","Brownstone"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 15 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,131 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Master Bedroom

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Structure Type: Rowhouse, Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
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 - Enclosed
Patio & Porch: Patio - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned
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

10 schools
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.1 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-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
0.4 mi | #85 of 352 | Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
0.6 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
73 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.7 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
St. John Elementary School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Mario Umana Academy
0.9 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
East Boston Central Catholic School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
1.0 mi | #777 of 824 | Score: 30.7
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
256 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
1.0 mi | #5 of 12 | Score: 45.3
Improved 124 spots from last year
-12.9 below state avg
109 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
C-
Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School
1.1 mi | #670 of 824 | Score: 37.5
Improved 47 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
279 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.0 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
4.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.5 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.8 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
4.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
9.1 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Edwards Middle
0.6 mi
UP Academy
2.9 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.4 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
C-
East Boston High School
1.3 mi | #305 of 346 | Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students Less Diverse
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.9 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
2.0 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
2.4 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.4 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.4 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.5 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
4.0 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
4.3 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

Charlestown

8 Prospect Street # 1, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

Listing Information

Listing Agent Adam Geragosian
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID G8000450
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Jul 28, 2020 10:25 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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