281 1/2 Main Street, Boston MA 02129
Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$1,060,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$995,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,060,000
Difference:
+$65,000 (+6.5%)
Performance Metrics
106.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$770
Sale $/sq ft:
$820
This property sold for $820 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 6.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 4 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 19 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$820/sq ft
Area Median
$916/sq ft
Difference
10.5%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Tucked away behind the hustle and bustle of Main St, this charming single family holds the antique whimsy of its time, with many of the modern upgrades and amenities of today. It's ideally situated, close to 93, Assembly Sq, Orange Line, and nearby to Whole Foods and restaurants like Monument and Waverly. Come inside to flexible open spaces and thoughtfully designed upgrades, inside and out. The gut renovated kitchen now holds Brazilan White Pearl Quartzite countertops, custom Hickory cabinetry, Bosch stainless steel appliances, and a bump out with floor to ceiling windows that accommodates a kitchen table. French doors in the living area gaze out to a private patio, which wraps around the side of the house. The second floor boasts open and expansive flexible space, with a separate nook if an office is needed. A full bath and laundry reside on this level. The top floor has two bedrooms and a fully renovated jack and jill bathroom. 3 ductless mini splits for AC, ample basement storage.
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Property History
Market Insights
33.1%
Price Range
5
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73584384
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Sep 30, 2026
$1,195,000
MLS #73584384 - Active
Sold
Aug 29, 2024
$1,060,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 5
Listed for Sale
Jun 10, 2024
$995,000
Original listing
Agent: Jennifer Gelfand
Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Previous Transaction - MLS #72148218
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jun 27, 2017
$800,000
MLS #72148218
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/30/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,195,000 | - | - | MLS #73584384 - Active |
| 08/29/2024 | ✓ Sold | $1,060,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 06/10/2024 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $995,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 06/27/2017 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $800,000 | - | - | MLS #72148218 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,171 | $983,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,171
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$983,600
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1875
Living Area
1,293 sq ft
Lot Size
0.02 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Hot Water, Ductless
Cooling
Central Air, Ductless
Flooring
Wood, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Partial, Interior Entry, Concrete
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Other (see Remarks)
Roof
Rubber
Features
Patio
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,171
Assessed Value
$983,600
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Taxes Inclusive Of The Annual ($3, 610) Residential Exemption.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
basement ideal for storage or workshop
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
5 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1875
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,293 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
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:
Wood, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Partial, Interior Entry, Concrete
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Other (See Remarks)
Year Built:
1875
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Brick/Mortar
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water, Ductless
Cooling:
Central Air, Ductless
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Other
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Marina, Public School, T-Station
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
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
0.1 mi
|
#374 of 346
|
Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
78 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
0.1 mi
|
#86 of 352
|
Score: 50.9
Improved 3 spots from last year
-7.3 below state avg
544 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#593 of 825
|
Score: 41.1
Dropped 185 spots from last year
-17.1 below state avg
315 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.1 mi
|
#47 of 352
|
Score: 57.5
Improved 3 spots from last year
-0.7 below state avg
779 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
St. John Elementary School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Mario Umana Academy
1.3 mi
|
#11 of 16
|
Score: 26.5
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.7 below state avg
585 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
Advent School
1.4 mi
Grades K-06
East Boston Central Catholic School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Park Street School
1.5 mi
Grades K-07
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
1.5 mi
|
#784 of 825
|
Score: 29.9
Dropped 59 spots from last year
-28.3 below state avg
248 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
3.2 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.0 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 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: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 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
|
#266 of 352
|
Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Edwards Middle
0.1 mi
UP Academy
3.2 mi
High Schools
10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.4 mi
|
#319 of 346
|
Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
1.7 mi
|
#300 of 346
|
Score: 38.2
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
1,181 students
Moderate
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Newman School
1.9 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
2.1 mi
|
#279 of 346
|
Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
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
|
#20 of 346
|
Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 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: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 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: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students
Moderate
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
4.3 mi
|
#20 of 25
|
Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
4.3 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Charlestown
281 1/2 Main Street, Boston MA 02129
Boston, MA 02129
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Jennifer Gelfand
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Office Phone
617-542-0012
Agent MLS ID
BB800178
Office MLS ID
BB5522
Listing Data Updated
Aug 29, 2024 3:52 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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