Dimensions12 x 6
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
197 8th St # 307, Boston MA 02129
Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$1,588,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,749,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,588,000
Difference:
$161,000 (-9.2%)
Performance Metrics
90.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
67
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,000
Sale $/sq ft:
$908
This property sold for $908 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 9.2% below the original asking price.
The property spent 67 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$908/sq ft
Area Median
$358/sq ft
Difference
+153.4%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
Surrounded by water and renovated to perfection, this pristine south facing corner residence offers all that you would want in a waterfront city home. Chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry and counter seating, an open dining/living room with floor-to-ceilings windows allow for easy entertaining while you enjoy the city skyline and Boston harbor as a backdrop to the most amazing views at Flagship Wharf! Primary bedroom has en-suite bath with custom California closets and sliding glass windows allowing for fresh ocean air! Guest bedroom has adjoining bath and is currently used as a home office/den. Abundant storage throughout. Commute by ferry or shuttle to downtown Boston and Hospitals. Pet friendly. All on 1 floor in an elevator building offering the finest of conveniences from the 24/7 concierge, cafe, fitness center, hair salon, day-care, dry-cleaner & valet parking --one could not ask for more!
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Property History
Market Insights
99.5%
Price Range
69
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73572908
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Sep 8, 2026
$8,400
MLS #73572908 - Active
Sold
May 19, 2022
$1,588,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 69
Listed for Sale
Jan 26, 2022
$1,695,000
Original listing
Agent: Karen Colombosian
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $8,400 | - | - | MLS #73572908 - Active |
| 05/19/2022 | ✓ Sold | $1,588,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 01/26/2022 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,695,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $18,982 | $1,728,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$18,982
Tax Year 2022
HOA Fee
$1,921
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,728,400
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1989
Living Area
1,749 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Carpet
Appliances
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Cooktop
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
City View(s)
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Under, Deeded
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer
Financial
Annual Tax
$18,982
Assessed Value
$1,728,400
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$1,921 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Sauna/steam, Storage, Parking
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
1 Valet Parking Space (currently Have Option To Self-park) & Storage, Taxes Do Not Include Residential Exemption Of $3, 305, Seller Pays Bpda 2% Of Sales Price At Closing
Exclusions
Some Furniture Available For Sale; Ask Agent For Details
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
307
Sq Ft Source
Unit Floor Plan
Sq Ft Disclosures
measured floor plan, buyer to do own due dilligence
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Master Plan, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements (7)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
69 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1989
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,749 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions17 x 18
FeaturesCoffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
Dimensions12 x 11
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Pot Filler Faucet
Dimensions9 x 6
FeaturesBathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
Dimensions12 x 20
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting
Dimensions17 x 20
FeaturesCoffered Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
Dimensions7 x 5
FeaturesDryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
Dimensions12 x 13
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Slider
FeaturesYes
Display Options
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, Carpet
Appliances:
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Cooktop
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:
TV Monitor, Concierge
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1989
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Heat Pump
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Under, Deeded
Special Features
Waterfront:
Yes
Waterfront Type:
Waterfront, Harbor, Marina
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, 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
|
#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
0.5 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
C+
Mario Umana Academy
0.6 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
East Boston Central Catholic School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
St. John Elementary School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
0.7 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
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
0.7 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
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
0.8 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
C-
Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#669 of 825
|
Score: 37.4
Improved 48 spots from last year
-20.8 below state avg
285 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
0.9 mi
|
#374 of 346
|
Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
78 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.8 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.0 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
4.4 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.4 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
4.8 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
4.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.6 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
9.2 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
0.9 mi
UP Academy
2.8 mi
High Schools
10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.7 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
1.0 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
C
Quincy Upper School
1.9 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
Newman School
2.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
2.4 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
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
A+
Boston Latin School
3.5 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
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
3.9 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
4.3 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
197 8th St # 307, Boston MA 02129
Boston, MA 02129
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Karen Colombosian
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Office Phone
617-266-4430
Agent MLS ID
BB806976
Office MLS ID
AN6192
Listing Data Updated
May 19, 2022 9:13 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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