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21 Father Francis Gilday St # 511, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$780,000
1
Beds
1.5
Baths
929
Sq Ft
$840
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
2006
Year Built
1
Garage Space
57
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 11, 2026 • MLS# 73485498 Copied! • Updated May 28, 2026

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $825,000
Final Sale Price: $780,000
Difference: $45,000 (-5.5%)
Performance Metrics
94.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
57
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $888
Sale $/sq ft: $840
This property sold for $840 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.5% below the original asking price.

The property spent 57 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
$840/sq ft
Area Average
$159/sq ft
Difference
+427.2%

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

About this home

Located in the historic and beautifully renovated Penmark building—once home to Boston College High School—this spacious 1-bedroom, 1.5 bath condo with GARAGE PARKING features an open-concept living and dining area with 2 south-facing windows & skylight that flood the space with natural light. The kitchen is outfitted with Bosch and Jenn-Air stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, granite countertops, and cherry cabinetry. The generously sized bedroom suite includes a custom walk-in closet & bathroom with marble-tiled shower. Additional highlights include ½ bath, in-unit laundry, central AC, 1 garage parking space & deeded storage unit. This full-service, pet-friendly, elevator building offers 24/7 security/concierge, monitored cameras, fob/intercom access, fitness center & delightful common courtyard. Set on a quiet, tree-lined street in the vibrant South End—just one block from BMC, BU Dental, renown shops and restaurants & both Franklin and Blackstone Squares.

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Property History

Market Insights

1
Price Changes
5.5%
Price Range
59
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
May 27, 2026
$780,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 59
📋
Status: Active under contract
Apr 25, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Apr 25, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
Mar 23, 2026
$799,000 $26,000 (-3.15%)
From $825,000 to $799,000 (-3.1%)
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 11, 2026
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: Sarah Glovsky Office: The Charles Realty
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 11, 2026
$825,000
Original listing
Agent: Sarah Glovsky Office: The Charles Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $10,482 $905,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,482
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$886
Monthly
Assessed Value
$905,200

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 2006
Living Area 929 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

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

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Deeded, Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $10,482
Assessed Value $905,200

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $886 Monthly
Fee Includes Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities Hot Water, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Storage, Garden Area
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 39
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures $85 Is Monthly Garage Parking Fee. 2 Dogs And/or Cats Permitted. Parking Space #134, Storage Unit #20 (labeled) But Referred To As #17 In Deed.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 511
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 59 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2006
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
929 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
Yes

Interior Features

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

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2006
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Deeded, Exclusive Parking
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
Blackstone Elementary
0.2 mi
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.3 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
Blackstone Elementary School
0.3 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
H

High Schools

3 schools
Cathedral High School
0.3 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C-
Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers: A Horace Mann Charter Public School - Lower Campus
0.8 mi | #307 of 346 | Score: 36.8
Improved 17 spots from last year
-21.4 below state avg
383 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-11
F
Boston Day and Evening Academy Charter School
0.8 mi | #345 of 346 | Score: 14.4
Improved 45 spots from last year
-43.8 below state avg
323 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

South End

21 Father Francis Gilday St # 511, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sarah Glovsky
Listing Office The Charles Realty
Office Phone 617-236-0353
Agent MLS ID BB806194
Office MLS ID BB9906
Listing Data Updated May 28, 2026 6:43 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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