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21 Father Francis Gilday St # 402, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$840,000
Est. $6,125/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
908
Sq Ft
$925
Price/Sq Ft
1863
Year Built
54
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 3, 2023 • MLS# 73106349 Copied!

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 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

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
$147/sq ft
Difference
+528.5%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

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

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

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

21 Father Francis Gilday St # 402, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

Walkability

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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
E

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
M

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
H

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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Property History

Market Insights

5.3%
Price Range
55
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73533344
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏡
Currently Listed
Jun 10, 2026
$875,000
MLS #73533344 - Active
Sold
Jul 31, 2023
$840,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 55
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Listed for Sale
May 3, 2023
$869,900
Original listing
Agent: Paul Hryb Office: Maloney Properties, Inc.
Previous Transaction - MLS #72077770
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Previously Sold
Dec 16, 2016
$829,000
MLS #72077770

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 10, 2026 Sold $875,000
May 3, 2023 New Listing Added $869,900
Dec 16, 2016 Sold $829,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
54 days
Price per Sq Ft
$925

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

Listing Information

Listing Agent Paul Hryb
Listing Office Maloney Properties LLC
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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