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480 Commercial Street # 5B, Boston MA 02109

Boston, MA 02109 • Waterfront
$863,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,073
Sq Ft
$804
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
156
Days on Market
Closed Listed Dec 6, 2023 • MLS# 73185398 Copied! • Updated Sep 3, 2024

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,095,000
Final Sale Price: $863,000
Difference: $232,000 (-21.2%)
Performance Metrics
78.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
156
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,021
Sale $/sq ft: $804
This property sold for $804 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 21.2% below the original asking price.

At 156 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$804/sq ft
Area Average
$245/sq ft
Difference
+228.1%

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

About this home

Duplex two-bedroom Waterfront penthouse with expansive views of Boston Harbor and a private balcony available to purchase for the first time in over 35 years. The primary bedroom overlooking the Harbor, a second bedroom, and a full bathroom are conveniently located together on the home's first level. The living room, kitchen, a half bathroom, and private balcony on the upper level make it a wonderful area to entertain or relax and take in the scenic views. This home also offers in-unit laundry, hardwood floors, granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel kitchen appliances, and extra storage. On the Waterfront's primary footpath, 480 Commercial Street is conveniently located across the street from several recreational facilities and is in proximity to the North End and Old North Church, North Station, TD Garden, Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park, dining and entertainment venues, major transportation points such as I-93, the Boston Water Taxi, and public transportation.

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Property History

Market Insights

1.8%
Price Range
158
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Sep 3, 2024
$863,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 158
🏠
Listed for Sale
Dec 6, 2023
$879,000
Original listing
Agent: Andrew Veneziano Office: RE/MAX Andrew Realty Services

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $7,848 $724,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,848
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$325
Monthly
Assessed Value
$724,500

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 1,073 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Common Area, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features On Street
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $7,848
Assessed Value $724,500

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $325 Monthly
Fee Includes Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities Hot Water, Laundry, Storage
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Tenants Renting For $3, 600 Per Month Until August 2024. Taxes Do Not Reflect A Residential Exemption. Four Flight Walk-up. Some Pictures Have Been Virtually Staged.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise","Duplex"]
Unit/Building 5B
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 158 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,073 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
2
Entry Level
5

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
No

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Common Area, In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Structure Type: Mid-Rise, Duplex
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street
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
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.1 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
St. John Elementary School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.7 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
East Boston Central Catholic School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
0.9 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
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
0.9 mi | #85 of 352 | Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C+
Mario Umana Academy
1.0 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
D
Adams Elementary School
1.0 mi | #767 of 824 | Score: 31.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
237 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
McKay K-8 School
1.0 mi | #332 of 352 | Score: 27.6
Dropped 36 spots from last year
-30.7 below state avg
640 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
1.0 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
73 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.4 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.6 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
4.0 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.0 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
4.4 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
4.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
8.8 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
1.0 mi
UP Academy
2.4 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.9 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
1.4 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
1.5 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
1.8 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
2.0 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.1 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
3.2 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
A+
Boston Latin School
3.2 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.5 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
3.9 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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Waterfront

480 Commercial Street # 5B, Boston MA 02109

Boston, MA 02109

Listing Information

Listing Agent Andrew Veneziano
Listing Office REMAX Andrew Realty Services
Office Phone 781-395-7676
Agent MLS ID CN218922
Office MLS ID AC2354
Listing Data Updated Sep 3, 2024 3:18 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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