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181 Essex Street # E505, Boston MA 02111

Boston, MA 02111 • Leather District
$660,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
723
Sq Ft
$913
Price/Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
6
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jul 24, 2024 • MLS# 73268782 Copied! • Updated Sep 4, 2024

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $675,000
Final Sale Price: $660,000
Difference: $15,000 (-2.2%)
Performance Metrics
97.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $934
Sale $/sq ft: $913
This property sold for $913 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.2% below the original asking price.

With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$913/sq ft
Area Average
$255/sq ft
Difference
+258.1%

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

About this home

Discover urban elegance in this sun-drenched condo nestled in the heart of Boston's coveted Leather District. Completely renovated and redesigned in 2006, this stunning unit offers a perfect blend of modern luxury and historic charm. The thoughtfully designed kitchen boasts sleek granite countertops and contemporary fixtures, perfect for the home chef or those who love to host. The bedroom, an oasis of tranquility, features remote controlled black-out shades for ultimate privacy. This meticulously updated condo presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of Boston's vibrant urban landscape. With its proximity to South Station and the city's most exciting attractions, this home offers the ultimate in city living.

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Property History

Market Insights

8.9%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Sep 4, 2024
$660,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jul 24, 2024
$675,000
Original listing
Agent: Daniel Wang Office: Engel & Volkers Boston
Previous Transaction - MLS #72996528
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Sep 19, 2022
$615,000
MLS #72996528

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $6,545 $600,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,545
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$473
Monthly
Assessed Value
$600,500

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 723 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
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 $6,545
Assessed Value $600,500

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $473 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure
Amenities Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 57
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building E505
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 7 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
723 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
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

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Effective Year (Renovated): 2006
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
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
Park Street School
0.8 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
St. John Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.0 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
The Learning Project
1.0 mi
Grades K-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
F
Condon K-8 School
1.0 mi | #345 of 352 | Score: 24.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
518 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.1 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
St. Peter Academy School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.3 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.6 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.9 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
Nativity Prep School
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.3 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.8 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
UP Academy
1.3 mi
Edwards Middle
1.9 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.4 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
1.0 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
1.2 mi
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.0 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.1 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.2 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
C-
East Boston High School
2.3 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
A+
Boston Latin School
2.4 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
2.5 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
2.8 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

Leather District

181 Essex Street # E505, Boston MA 02111

Boston, MA 02111

Listing Information

Listing Agent Daniel Wang
Listing Office Engel & Volkers Boston
Office Phone 617-294-1103
Agent MLS ID CN216067
Office MLS ID AN3691
Listing Data Updated Sep 4, 2024 4:44 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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