38 Shipway Pl # 38, Boston MA 02129
Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown's Navy Yard
$1,167,500
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,229,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,167,500
Difference:
$61,500 (-5.0%)
Performance Metrics
95.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
34
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$845
Sale $/sq ft:
$802
This property sold for $802 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 5.0% below the original asking price.
The property spent 34 days on market before selling.
About this home
OPEN HOUSE CANCELED.OFFER ACCEPTED. Filled with sunlight, this lovely brick townhouse with PRIVATE ENTRANCE in the historic Charlestown Navy Yard offers an open dining/living room with high ceilings, crown molding, sparkling cherry floors, wood-burning fireplace & sliding doors leading to private deck w/marina, city & harbor views. Eat-in kitchen has greenhouse window, stainless appliances & quartzite counters. Second floor offers 2 bedrooms with en-suite baths & laundry. Primary bedroom suite has walls of windows overlooking an expansive lawn leading to the sea, a luxurious shower & walk in closet with ample storage. Guest bedroom has views of a tree lined courtyard. Custom office with built in cabinetry allows option to work comfortably at home. Enjoy grilling from deck. Shipway Place is in a quiet, serene neighborhood, that prides itself on beautiful landscaping leading to the water's edge! Commute to Boston by water ferry or shuttle to North Station. Two parking spaces
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Property History
Market Insights
16.6%
Price Range
36
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73466718
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Feb 10, 2026
$1,400,000
MLS #73466718
Sold
Nov 23, 2020
$1,167,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 36
Listed for Sale
Oct 1, 2020
$1,199,000
Original listing
Agent: The Colombo Group
Office: Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,400,000 | - | - | MLS #73466718 |
| 11/23/2020 | ✓ Sold | $1,167,500 | - | - | Property sold |
| 10/01/2020 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,199,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $5,866 | $854,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,866
Tax Year 2020
HOA Fee
$896
Monthly
Assessed Value
$854,400
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1984
Living Area
1,455 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
Central Vacuum
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck, Balcony
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Deeded
Total Spaces
4
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,866
Assessed Value
$854,400
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$896 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities
Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Shipways Is Exempt From Paying 2% Of Sales Price To Bpda (boston Redevelopment Authority).condo Fee And Taxes Includes Parking.spaces #3 & #80. Seller Is Receiving Residential Exemption
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Townhouse"]
Unit/Building
38
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
sq footage does not include private deck
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans (4)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
36 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1984
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,455 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features:
Central Vacuum
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1984
Structure Type:
Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
2
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:
Deck, Balcony
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Parking Features:
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Deeded
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, Bike Path, House of Worship, Marina
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
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
C+
Mario Umana Academy
0.5 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
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
0.7 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
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
0.7 mi
|
#85 of 352
|
Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
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
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
0.7 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
0.7 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
St. John Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Otis Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#551 of 824
|
Score: 42.9
Dropped 160 spots from last year
-15.3 below state avg
408 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.2 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
4.6 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.6 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
5.0 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
5.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
9.4 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
0.9 mi
UP Academy
2.9 mi
High Schools
10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.6 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
0.9 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
2.1 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
2.3 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
2.6 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.7 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
3.7 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
3.8 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
4.1 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
4.5 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's Navy Yard
38 Shipway Pl # 38, Boston MA 02129
Boston, MA 02129
Listing Information
Listing Office
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza
Office Phone
617-267-3500
Agent MLS ID
TM334443
Office MLS ID
AN4282
Listing Data Updated
Nov 23, 2020 3:56 PM EST
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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