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87 High Street # 2, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$855,000
Est. $4,885/month
3
Beds
1
Baths
885
Sq Ft
$966
Price/Sq Ft
1875
Year Built
Condominium
Type
8
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 14, 2024 • MLS# 73212135 Copied!

About this home

Located in a handsome, corner exposure building ca. 1887, this beautiful 3BR/1BA condo is filled with charm and detail. The home lives large, offering a spacious living room, formal dining room and updated kitchen, making it a great place to entertain. The sunny living room offers a wood burning FP with mantel, built-in shelving, and direct access to the front bedroom. The elegant dining room features crown molding, hardwood floors and two closets for storage. A guest bedroom/office is just off the dining space. The chef’s kitchen features stainless appliances, gas cooking, subway tile backsplash, and ample cabinet space. A full bath is conveniently located near the primary bedroom and offers a granite topped white vanity, tub/shower, built-in storage and linen closet with W/D. The primary BR is tucked at the rear and features exposed brick, two large windows, crown molding, and custom closet. A private deck is just off the kitchen, and the shared roof deck offers stunning city views.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SPIVAK MEGHAN E
Mailing Address High, CHARLESTOWN, MA, 02129

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row End

Tax Information

Assessed Value $617,300
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $6,352
CPA Surcharge 1% ($53)
Estimated Annual Tax $6,405

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $550,900 $550,900 —

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk
Match: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1875
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
885 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Main Level Bedrooms
3

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $799,000
Final Sale Price: $855,000
Difference: +$56,000 (+7.0%)
Performance Metrics
107.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
8
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $903
Sale $/sq ft: $966
This property sold for $966 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 8 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 27 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$966/sq ft
Area Average
$471/sq ft
Difference
+104.9%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1875
Living Area 885 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Ductless
Flooring Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck, Deck - Roof, City View(s)
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck, Deck - Roof

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $2,716
Assessed Value $578,900

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1875
Effective Year (Renovated): 1998
Structure Type: Townhouse
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Ductless
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Roof, City View(s)
Patio & Porch: Deck, Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

Charlestown

87 High Street # 2, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

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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
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
< 0.1 mi | #85 of 352 | Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
0.2 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
73 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.4 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
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.0 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
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Mario Umana Academy
1.2 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
East Boston Central Catholic School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
1.4 mi | #777 of 824 | Score: 30.7
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
256 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Advent School
1.4 mi
Grades K-06
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
1.4 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
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
3.1 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.1 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
4.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.6 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
4.9 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
4.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
9.1 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
0.2 mi
UP Academy
3.1 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.3 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
1.5 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
Newman School
2.0 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
2.1 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
Cathedral High School
2.5 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.3 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.4 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
3.6 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
Ruth Batson Academy
4.3 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
4.4 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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Property History

Market Insights

6.5%
Price Range
10
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Apr 30, 2024
$855,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 10
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 14, 2024
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: Nancy Roth Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 14, 2024 New Listing Added $799,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
8 days
Price per Sq Ft
$966

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $2,716 $578,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,716
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$135
Monthly
Assessed Value
$578,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Nancy Roth
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID H8000088
Office MLS ID BB9059
Listing Data Updated May 1, 2024 2:08 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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