480 Commercial Street # 5B, Boston MA 02109
Boston, MA 02109 • Waterfront
$863,000
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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.
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
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/03/2024 | ✓ Sold | $863,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 12/06/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $879,000 | - | - | Original listing |
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
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
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
MA Disclosures
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.
Additional Details
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
Sold
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
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesNo
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:
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
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
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
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
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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Neighborhood
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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