21 Father Francis Gilday St # 402, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$840,000
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$899,900
Final Sale Price:
$840,000
Difference:
$59,900 (-6.7%)
Performance Metrics
93.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
54
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$991
Sale $/sq ft:
$925
This property sold for $925 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 6.7% below the original asking price.
The property spent 54 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
$925/sq ft
Area Average
$122/sq ft
Difference
+657.3%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
2 bed upper floor unit w/balcony at South End's historic Penmark! This gorgeous full-service building, which was the former home of Boston College & later BC High, is a fusion of classic & modern architecture combining old world charm w/contemporary finishes. This stunning unit features beautiful bamboo floors, high ceilings & a fantastic open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Well-appointed & sleek kitchen w/SS appliances, quartz counters, large breakfast bar & custom wood cabinetry. Bright & airy living room leads out to a cute balcony for some private outdoor space. Well-sized primary bedroom w/walk-in closet & ensuite marble bath. 2nd bedroom ideal for a home office, den or guest room. Luxury bldg w/fitness center, manicured courtyard, 24/7 concierge & professional mgmt. This unit also comes w/a garage parking space & addtl storage, as well as in-unit laundry. Walk to parks, shopping, restaurants, public transportation & more! Close to BMC, NU & BU Medical / Dental schools too!
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Property History
Market Insights
4.7%
Price Range
55
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Jul 31, 2023
$840,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 55
Listed for Sale
May 3, 2023
$869,900
Original listing
Agent: Paul Hryb
Office: Maloney Properties, Inc.
Previous Transaction - MLS #72077770
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Dec 16, 2016
$829,000
MLS #72077770
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2023 | ✓ Sold | $840,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 05/03/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $869,900 | - | - | Original listing |
| 12/16/2016 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $829,000 | - | - | MLS #72077770 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9,851 | $917,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$9,851
Tax Year 2023
HOA Fee
$856
Monthly
Assessed Value
$917,200
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1863
Living Area
908 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Flooring
Marble, Bamboo
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
Fourth Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick, Stone
Architecture
None
Roof
Slate, Rubber
Features
Balcony
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Under
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$9,851
Assessed Value
$917,200
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$856 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Air Conditioning, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Garden Area
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
45
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Garage Is Separate Association: Includes 2 Other Buildings: James Ct & Harrison Ct. Garage Space Is #216 & Is $150/mo. Penmark Has Updated Move-in Policy, See Paperclip For Details, $500 Move In Fee & $1, 000 Sec Dep. 2nd Bedroom / Office Is Interior Room W/no Window.
Exclusions
Plug In Light Sconces In Living Room & 2nd Bdrm Excluded. All Appliances & Nest Thermostats Included
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
402
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
55 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1863
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
908 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
4
Room Details
Other Floor
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Fourth Floor Floor
Bathroom1
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Marble, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
Kitchen
Flooring - Wood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
Bathroom2
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Marble, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom2
Closet, Flooring - Wood
Living Room
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Balcony - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
Master Bedroom
Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
Interior Features
Flooring:
Marble, Bamboo
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Fourth Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Intercom, Concierge
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1863
Effective Year (Renovated):
2006
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick, Stone
Roof:
Slate, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Cooling:
Central Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Balcony
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Under
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
Hurley K-8 School
0.3 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.5 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.5 mi
|
#326 of 352
|
Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.5 mi
|
#155 of 346
|
Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.6 mi
|
#772 of 824
|
Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Kingsley Montessori School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-06
F
Condon K-8 School
1.1 mi
|
#345 of 352
|
Score: 24.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
518 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
The Learning Project
1.2 mi
Grades K-06
St. Peter Academy School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.2 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.3 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
1.8 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
1.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.1 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.5 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
Timilty Middle
1.0 mi
UP Academy
1.2 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.3 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.8 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
Quincy Upper School
0.9 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.0 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
Newman School
1.1 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.4 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+
Boston Latin Academy
1.6 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.0 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
Meridian Academy
2.3 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
2.8 mi
|
#324 of 346
|
Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students
Moderate
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
South End
21 Father Francis Gilday St # 402, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Paul Hryb
Listing Office
Maloney Properties LLC
Office Phone
781-943-0200
Agent MLS ID
CN215262
Office MLS ID
BB3875
Listing Data Updated
Aug 2, 2023 9:54 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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