42 8th Street # 5525, Boston MA 02129
Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown's Navy Yard
$775,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$799,900
Final Sale Price:
$775,000
Difference:
$24,900 (-3.1%)
Performance Metrics
96.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
80
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$824
Sale $/sq ft:
$798
This property sold for $798 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 3.1% below the original asking price.
The property spent 80 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 48 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$798/sq ft
Area Median
$358/sq ft
Difference
+123.1%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
Live above it all in this penthouse duplex at Parris Landing, where waterfront luxury meets city convenience in Charlestown’s historic Navy Yard. This rare 1-bedroom plus home office/guest space includes garage parking and a private corner roof deck with sweeping Boston Harbor and skyline views. Perfect for morning coffee or sunset cocktails, your private outdoor oasis sits high above it all. Inside, the chef’s kitchen offers cherry and glass cabinetry, granite breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and designer lighting, opening to a bright living area with bamboo flooring. A skylit office provides the ideal work-from-home or guest space. The oversized bedroom features custom closets plus nearby extra storage. Parris Landing is pet-friendly and full-service, with 24-hour concierge, outdoor pool, BBQ courtyard, fitness center with Peloton, EV charging, and easy access to commuter boat, MGH, neighborhood cafes, downtown, and Logan.
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Property History
Market Insights
22.5%
Price Range
82
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Aug 10, 2026
$775,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 82
Status: Active under contract
Jun 30, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jun 29, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Apr 22, 2026
$799,900
Original listing
Agent: Ed Greable & Company
Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Listed for Sale
Apr 22, 2026
$799,900
Original listing
Agent: Ed Greable & Company
Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Previous Transaction - MLS #72662982
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 29, 2020
$749,000
MLS #72662982
Previous Transaction - MLS #71942364
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Feb 16, 2016
$620,000
MLS #71942364
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/10/2026 | ✓ Sold | $775,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 06/30/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 06/29/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 04/22/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $799,900 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/22/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $799,900 | - | - | Original listing |
| 07/29/2020 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $749,000 | - | - | MLS #72662982 |
| 02/16/2016 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $620,000 | - | - | MLS #71942364 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,159 | $704,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,159
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$965
Per month
Assessed Value
$704,600
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1899
Living Area
971 sq ft
Stories
3
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
None
Features
Internet Available - Broadband
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite, Professional Landscaping
Pool
Association, In Ground, Heated
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Assigned
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,159
Assessed Value
$704,600
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$965
Fee Includes
Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Road Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Pool, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Clubroom
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
2% Transfer Fee To Be Paid By To The Bpda By Seller Upon Resale Of Unit. Real Estate Tax With Residential Exemption Is $4, 276. Two Pets Per Unit. Non Smoking Association.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
["Townhouse"]
Unit/Building
5525
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws (3)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
82 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
971 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
3
Entry Level
5
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
971 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
PoolAssociation, In Ground, Heated
Patio & porchDeck - Roof, Deck - Composite
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
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Internet Available - Broadband
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Security:
Intercom, TV Monitor, Concierge
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1899
Effective Year (Renovated):
2004
Structure Type:
Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Attached, Assigned
Special Features
Waterfront:
Yes
Waterfront Type:
Waterfront, Ocean, Harbor, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Medical Facility, 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
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#589 of 824
|
Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C+
Mario Umana Academy
0.6 mi
|
#11 of 16
|
Score: 26.9
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.3 below state avg
634 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.6 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
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
0.6 mi
|
#85 of 352
|
Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
East Boston Central Catholic School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
St. John Elementary School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#777 of 824
|
Score: 30.7
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-27.5 below state avg
256 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
0.8 mi
|
#5 of 12
|
Score: 45.3
Improved 124 spots from last year
-12.9 below state avg
109 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
0.8 mi
|
#374 of 346
|
Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
73 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
C-
Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#670 of 824
|
Score: 37.5
Improved 47 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
279 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.1 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
4.5 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.5 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
4.9 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
4.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
9.3 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
Edwards Middle
0.8 mi
UP Academy
2.9 mi
High Schools
10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.6 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
1.0 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
C
Quincy Upper School
2.0 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
Newman School
2.2 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
2.5 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.6 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.6 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.7 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
4.0 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
4.4 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
Charlestown's Navy Yard
42 8th Street # 5525, Boston MA 02129
Boston, MA 02129
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Ed Greable & Company
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Office Phone
617-497-8900
Agent MLS ID
TM319499
Office MLS ID
BB5474
Listing Data Updated
Aug 10, 2026 5:15 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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