12 Salem Street Ave # 2, Boston MA 02129
Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$623,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$599,000
Final Sale Price:
$623,000
Difference:
+$24,000 (+4.0%)
Performance Metrics
104.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
10
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$861
Sale $/sq ft:
$895
This property sold for $895 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 4.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 10 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
$895/sq ft
Area Median
$841/sq ft
Difference
+6.4%
This property sold slightly above the area median for similar homes.
About this home
Renovated in 2015, this charming two bedroom Charlestown condo is centrally located on a quiet gas-lit street. The unit has hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, a modern kitchen, and a beautiful bathroom with Carrara Marble tile. Both bedrooms are good size, and the unit has private laundry and storage in the basement. The common roof deck has amazing views of the city and Zakim bridge. Enjoy being so close to many restaurants, shops, public transportation, and the Monument.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
34.7%
Price Range
14
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73487533
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
May 8, 2026
$720,000
MLS #73487533
Sold
Aug 12, 2020
$623,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 14
Listed for Sale
Jun 15, 2020
$599,000
Original listing
Agent: The Charles King Group
Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #71794488
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jun 5, 2015
$470,000
MLS #71794488
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $720,000 | - | - | MLS #73487533 |
| 08/12/2020 | ✓ Sold | $623,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 06/15/2020 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $599,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 06/05/2015 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $470,000 | - | - | MLS #71794488 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $2,903 | $545,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$2,903
Tax Year 2020
HOA Fee
$182
Monthly
Assessed Value
$545,900
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1925
Living Area
696 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck - Roof
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$2,903
Assessed Value
$545,900
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$182 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
3
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Seller Reserves The Right To Accept An Offer At Anytime. Taxes Reflect Residential Exemption.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
14 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
696 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1925
Effective Year (Renovated):
2015
Structure Type:
2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Forced Air
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
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
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
< 0.1 mi
|
#86 of 352
|
Score: 50.9
Improved 3 spots from last year
-7.3 below state avg
544 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
0.1 mi
|
#374 of 346
|
Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
78 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.4 mi
|
#593 of 825
|
Score: 41.1
Dropped 185 spots from last year
-17.1 below state avg
315 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.1 mi
|
#47 of 352
|
Score: 57.5
Improved 3 spots from last year
-0.7 below state avg
779 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
St. John Elementary School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Mario Umana Academy
1.3 mi
|
#11 of 16
|
Score: 26.5
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.7 below state avg
585 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
Advent School
1.4 mi
Grades K-06
East Boston Central Catholic School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
1.4 mi
|
#784 of 825
|
Score: 29.9
Dropped 59 spots from last year
-28.3 below state avg
248 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
1.5 mi
|
#5 of 12
|
Score: 45.2
Improved 124 spots from last year
-13 below state avg
100 students
Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
3.2 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.1 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
4.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.6 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
Dearborn Middle School
4.9 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
5.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.9 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
9.1 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
Edwards Middle
< 0.1 mi
UP Academy
3.2 mi
High Schools
10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.3 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
C-
East Boston High School
1.6 mi
|
#300 of 346
|
Score: 38.2
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
1,181 students
Moderate
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Newman School
2.0 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
2.1 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
Cathedral High School
2.5 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.3 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.5 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.6 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
4.3 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
4.4 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
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Neighborhood
Charlestown
12 Salem Street Ave # 2, Boston MA 02129
Boston, MA 02129
Listing Information
Listing Agent
The Charles King Group
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID
TM332955
Office MLS ID
AN2383
Listing Data Updated
Aug 12, 2020 9:53 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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