178 W 4th St # 4A, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127
$830,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$860,000
Final Sale Price:
$830,000
Difference:
$30,000 (-3.5%)
Performance Metrics
96.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
90
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$915
Sale $/sq ft:
$883
This property sold for $883 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 3.5% below the original asking price.
The property spent 90 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$883/sq ft
Area Median
$789/sq ft
Difference
+12.0%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
Two Car Garage & Private Roof Deck! On the west side of South Boston, this penthouse offers spectacular views, an abundance of natural light, and a rare private two car garage. Corner placement and oversized windows flood every room with sunlight. Step outside to your own private roof deck—a true urban sanctuary, perfect for relaxing or entertaining under the open sky. Enjoy being just two blocks from the Broadway T station, shops, dining and all that South Boston has to offer. The open floor plan encompasses the living, kitchen and dining areas and opens to a balcony for additional outdoor enjoyment. The spacious layout includes an oversized primary bedroom (with wall of closets), a second bedroom and in-unit washer/dryer. Newly refinished hardwood floors and fresh paint throughout, plus a new fridge and furnace in 2025! If you are looking for breathtaking views, tons of natural light, secure parking, and exclusive outdoor space, this unit is a must see.
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Property History
Market Insights
19.8%
Price Range
91
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Nov 5, 2025
$830,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 91
Listed for Sale
Jul 9, 2025
$860,000
Original listing
Agent: Frances Walker
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Concord
Previous Transaction - MLS #71884079
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Sep 28, 2015
$690,000
MLS #71884079
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/05/2025 | ✓ Sold | $830,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 07/09/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $860,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 09/28/2015 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $690,000 | - | - | MLS #71884079 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,340 | $892,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$10,340
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$408
Monthly
Assessed Value
$892,900
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2008
Living Area
940 sq ft
Lot Size
0.02 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
Wired For Sound, High Speed Internet
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck - Roof + Access Rights, Balcony, Screens
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Deeded
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$10,340
Assessed Value
$892,900
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$408 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
5
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
2 Pet Max. 6 Month Min On Rentals. Taxes Do Not Include Residential Exemption For Owner Occupant.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
4A
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
sq ft does not include roof deck, balcony or 2 car garage
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Master Plan, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements (5)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
91 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2008
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
940 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
940 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof + Access Rights
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:
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Wired for Sound, High Speed Internet
Windows:
Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2008
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof + Access Rights, Balcony, Screens
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Attached, Deeded
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
F
Condon K-8 School
0.2 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
St. Peter Academy School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.8 mi
|
#155 of 346
|
Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
F
Tynan Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#816 of 824
|
Score: 24.8
Dropped 94 spots from last year
-33.5 below state avg
227 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
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
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.2 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
F
Clap Elementary School
1.2 mi
|
#808 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
140 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
1.3 mi
|
#167 of 346
|
Score: 53.7
Improved 31 spots from last year
-4.5 below state avg
708 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.4 mi
|
#326 of 352
|
Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
0.5 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.1 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.2 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
2.6 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
2.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.3 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.3 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
0.5 mi
McCormack Middle
1.6 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.7 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
0.8 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
1.6 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.6 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
1.7 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.9 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.3 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
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
D
Charlestown High School
2.8 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
3.0 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
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178 W 4th St # 4A, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Frances Walker
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Concord
Office Phone
978-369-1000
Agent MLS ID
CN226031
Office MLS ID
AN6205
Listing Data Updated
Nov 5, 2025 6:51 PM EST
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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