181 Essex Street # E503, Boston MA 02111
Boston, MA 02111 • Leather District
$729,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$729,000
Final Sale Price:
$729,000
Difference:
+$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
23
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$936
Sale $/sq ft:
$936
This property sold for $936 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold exactly at the asking price.
With only 23 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Don’t miss this opportunity to live in the exciting Leather District! This unit features oversized windows with stunning views of the city from both the oversized bedroom & the spacious living area. Tons of natural light throughout creates a warm, inviting space – a true oasis in the middle of all the action! Pristine hardwood floors & high ceilings anchor the airy living room. Open kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite counters, custom pendant lighting & ample cabinet storage. The bathroom has an oversized shower with marble tile. Quick access to the Rose Kennedy Greenway, Financial District, Chinatown, Seaport & South Station. Additional features: In unit stackable laundry, extra storage & bike room in the basement, elevator, generous lobby and common courtyard. Building is professionally managed – nothing to do except turn the key. Perfect for the savvy investor, young professional or downsizing couple desiring modern conveniences and comfort in the heart of Boston.
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Property History
Market Insights
7.4%
Price Range
25
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Jun 12, 2025
$729,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 25
Listed for Sale
Apr 10, 2025
$729,000
Original listing
Agent: Tara O Riordan
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Dorchester
Previous Transaction - MLS #72851144
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Sep 13, 2021
$675,000
MLS #72851144
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2025 | ✓ Sold | $729,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/10/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $729,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 09/13/2021 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $675,000 | - | - | MLS #72851144 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,628 | $658,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,628
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$603
Monthly
Assessed Value
$658,800
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2006
Living Area
779 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling
Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Patio, City View(s)
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,628
Assessed Value
$658,800
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$603 Monthly
Fee Includes
Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
Amenities
Elevator(s), Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
2025 Taxes Do No Reflect Residential Exemption Of $3, 984.21 Bringing Taxes To Approx. $3697.79.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
E503
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
25 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2006
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
779 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
5
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
779 sq ft above grade
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:
Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2006
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio, City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, 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
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
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
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 # E503, Boston MA 02111
Boston, MA 02111
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Tara O Riordan
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Dorchester
Office Phone
617-696-4430
Agent MLS ID
CN209629
Office MLS ID
AN7218
Listing Data Updated
Jun 13, 2025 9:19 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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