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197 8th St, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Waterfront
$1,625,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,788
Sq Ft
$909
Price/Sq Ft
1989
Year Built
1
Garage Space
112
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 3, 2024 • MLS# 73218995 Copied! • Updated Sep 14, 2024

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,825,000
Final Sale Price: $1,625,000
Difference: $200,000 (-11.0%)
Performance Metrics
89.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
112
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,021
Sale $/sq ft: $909
This property sold for $909 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.0% below the original asking price.

At 112 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 40 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$909/sq ft
Area Average
$335/sq ft
Difference
+171.0%

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

About this home

Discover waterfront urban luxury in this exquisite Penthouse. Boasting panoramic marina views, 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, & a media room that easily converts to an office or 3rd bedroom. Prime location in a National Historical Park, near great restaurants, water shuttle, & 10 min from downtown. Indulge your culinary skills with a modern European kitchen, with top-tier appliances (Sub-Zero fridge, induction stove, in-ceiling hood), sophisticated Poggenpohl cabinetry, & a stunning waterfall countertop. Open layout with soaring cathedral ceilings, skylights, & floor-to-ceiling windows that invite natural light & frame the breathtaking water vistas. Sustainable & premium flooring with bespoke cabinetry that accents the refined aesthetic. Primary suite features a spa bathroom, built-in entertainment system, & ample closet space. Conveniently on one floor. A concierge building with valet parking and gym. Embrace the essence of upscale urban living, with luxury and serenity by the water's edge.

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Property History

Market Insights

99.8%
Price Range
113
Total Days on Market
10
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73515745
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jun 1, 2026
$4,650
MLS #73515745
Previous Transaction - MLS #73407267
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Dec 20, 2025
$9,000
MLS #73407267
Sold
Sep 12, 2024
$1,625,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 113
Previous Transaction - MLS #73229306
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jul 9, 2024
$1,775,000
MLS #73229306
Previous Transaction - MLS #73229061
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jun 7, 2024
$1,660,000
MLS #73229061
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 3, 2024
$1,699,000
Original listing
Agent: Karen Colombosian Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Previous Transaction - MLS #73085285
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
May 15, 2023
$1,825,000
MLS #73085285
Previous Transaction - MLS #73075637
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Mar 9, 2023
$1,425,000
MLS #73075637
Previous Transaction - MLS #72982115
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Aug 1, 2022
$1,825,000
MLS #72982115
Previous Transaction - MLS #72917536
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Feb 28, 2022
$1,485,000
MLS #72917536
Previous Transaction - MLS #72855826
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jan 5, 2022
$2,475,000
MLS #72855826
Previous Transaction - MLS #72742672
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Mar 8, 2021
$1,400,000
MLS #72742672

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $15,488 $1,739,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$15,488
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$2,038
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,739,100

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1989
Living Area 1,788 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Marble, Hardwood, Renewable/sustainable Flooring Materials
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features Wet Bar

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under, Assigned
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $15,488
Assessed Value $1,739,100

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $2,038 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities Hot Water, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Sauna/steam, Storage, Parking
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Seller Pays 2% Of The Sales Price To The Boston Planning & Development Agency Upon Transfer Of Title. Condo Fee For Unit & 1 Valet Parking Space Is $2, 037.68. 2nd Space Available To Rent For $190 A Month. Storage Included.
Exclusions Ask Agent
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building PH210
Sq Ft Source Unit Floor Plan
Sq Ft Disclosures Measured floor plan has sq footage at 1853 sqft , deed says 1788
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements (6)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 113 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1989
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,788 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
8

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Marble, Hardwood, Renewable/Sustainable Flooring Materials
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Wet Bar
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: TV Monitor, Concierge

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1989
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Assigned

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Harbor, Marina
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University
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

3 schools
Harvard/Kent Elem
0.4 mi
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
0.5 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
Edwards Middle
0.9 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
Charlestown High
0.7 mi
D
Charlestown High School
0.7 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
East Boston High
1.0 mi
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Neighborhood

Waterfront

197 8th St, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

Listing Information

Listing Agent Karen Colombosian
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Office Phone 617-266-4430
Agent MLS ID BB806976
Office MLS ID AN6192
Listing Data Updated Sep 14, 2024 11:56 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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