343 Commercial St # 501, Boston MA 02109

Boston, MA 02109 • Waterfront
$1,500,000
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,363
Sq Ft
$1,101
Price/Sq Ft
0.03
Acres
1855
Year Built
1
Parking
48
Days on Market
Sold Listed May 29, 2020 • MLS# 72664214 Copied! • Updated Jul 30, 2020

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,895,000
Final Sale Price: $1,500,000
Difference: $395,000 (-20.8%)
Performance Metrics
79.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
48
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,390
Sale $/sq ft: $1,101
This property sold for $1,101 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 20.8% below the original asking price.

The property spent 48 days on market before selling.

About this home

Corner LOFT with Brick and Beams at Union Wharf has been fully redesigned and reconstructed. Truly, an open floor plan with a wood-burning fireplace with stone accents and direct access to private balcony with water views. Ideal Chef's kitchen has center island, stone countertops, high-end appliances, and custom cabinetry. Matching dining area with custom built-ins and dual wine fridge. King-size master bedroom offers custom glass sliders and designer closets. Dual en-suite bathrooms present spa-like showers, soaking tub, custom tile and finishes. Parking, oak floors, designer lighting, W/D, storage, and fully integrated Audio/Visual. Union Wharf features 24-hour gated parking, a sea-side heated swimming pool, on-site management, guest parking, marina rental slips, and a spectacular common roof deck. On the primary footpath of The Waterfront, steps from The North End, Seaport District, Greenway, North/South Station, Faneuil Hall, Downtown Boston, and all major transportation points.

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Property History

Market Insights

30.6%
Price Range
49
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73508502
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jun 5, 2026
$1,800,000
MLS #73508502
Sold
Jul 30, 2020
$1,500,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 49
🏠
Listed for Sale
May 29, 2020
$1,745,000
Original listing
Agent: Carmela Laurella Office: CL Properties
Previous Transaction - MLS #72098779
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Apr 7, 2017
$1,250,000
MLS #72098779

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2020 $12,709 $1,465,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$12,709
Tax Year 2020
HOA Fee
$704
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,465,300

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1855
Living Area 1,363 sq ft
Lot Size 0.03 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring Hardwood, Other
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick, Stone, See Remarks
Architecture None
Roof Rubber, Other
Features Balcony
Pool Association, In Ground, Heated
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Assigned, Deeded, Driveway
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Annual Tax $12,709
Assessed Value $1,465,300

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $704 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Road Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities Pool, Elevator(s), Boat Dock, Garden Area
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures Deeded As Two Bedroom; Current Floor Plan Is Laid As One Bedroom.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise","Loft"]
Unit/Building 501
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Master Plan, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements, Certificate Of Insurance, Other (see Remarks)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 49 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1855
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,363 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
5

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood, Other
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Intercom, Security Guard, Security Gate

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1855
Effective Year (Renovated): 1978
Structure Type: Mid-Rise, Loft
Exterior Materials: Brick, Stone, See Remarks
Roof: Rubber, Other
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Assigned, Deeded, Driveway

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Harbor
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
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
St. John Elementary School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.2 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
East Boston Central Catholic School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
0.8 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
D
Adams Elementary School
0.8 mi | #767 of 824 | Score: 31.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
237 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
McKay K-8 School
0.8 mi | #332 of 352 | Score: 27.6
Dropped 36 spots from last year
-30.7 below state avg
640 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-08
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.9 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
C+
Mario Umana Academy
1.0 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
C-
Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School
1.0 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
C+
Otis Elementary School
1.1 mi | #551 of 824 | Score: 42.9
Dropped 160 spots from last year
-15.3 below state avg
408 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.2 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.6 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.9 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
Nativity Prep School
4.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.3 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
4.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
8.8 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
1.3 mi
UP Academy
2.2 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
1.2 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
1.4 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
1.9 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.9 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.1 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.1 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
A+
Boston Latin School
3.2 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.3 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
3.8 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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Waterfront

343 Commercial St # 501, Boston MA 02109

Boston, MA 02109

Listing Information

Listing Agent Carmela Laurella
Agent MLS ID BB801064
Office MLS ID AN4928
Listing Data Updated Jul 30, 2020 1:25 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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