17 Bowdoin St, Boston MA 02114

Boston, MA 02114 • Beacon Hill
$4,800/mo
2
Beds
2
Baths
875
Sq Ft
875
Lot Sq Ft
1890
Year Built
1
Parking
10
Days on Market
Leased Listed Jul 13, 2026 • MLS# 73548840 Copied! • Updated Aug 7, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $4,800
Final Sale Price: $4,800
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
10
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $5
Sale $/sq ft: $5
This property sold for $5 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 10 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

Welcome to 17 Bowdoin Street - a meticulously maintained two-bedroom, two-bath residence set within a classic Beacon Hill brownstone. Located in an elevator building with parking available and private storage, this home offers a rare combination of conveniences seldom found in this historic neighborhood. Bathed in natural light, the home features recessed lighting throughout and city quiet windows for added comfort from the energy of the city below. The spacious primary bedroom offers double closets and a private ensuite bath. The second bedroom is thoughtfully designed with a built-in Murphy bed, making it the perfect space for guests, a home office, or flexible living.The kitchen and both bathrooms were fully updated in 2023, blending modern finishes with the timeless character of Beacon Hill. Central air and in-unit laundry complete this inviting, turnkey home just moments from Beacon Hill’s cobblestone streets, boutique shops, and beloved neighborhood restaurants.

Property History

Market Insights

99.4%
Price Range
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73500942
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Aug 25, 2026
$705,000
MLS #73500942
⏳
Lease Pending
Jul 24, 2026
Lease pending
🏠
Listed for Rent
Jul 13, 2026
$4,800
Original listing
Agent: Witter & Witter Boston / Cape Cod Connection Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #72000201
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jun 30, 2016
$770,000
MLS #72000201

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Attached (Townhouse/Rowhouse/Duplex)
Year Built 1890
Living Area 875 sq ft
Lot Size 875 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Rental Details

Available Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term Term of Rental(12+)
Rent Includes Heat, Hot Water, Water, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Extra Storage, Occupancy Only
Security Deposit $4,800
Required First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets No
Pet Policy No Pets
Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry Common Area, In Building, In Unit, Dryer Hookups In Unit, Washer Hookups In Unit
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

HOA Yes
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession Flexible
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 3AB
Sq Ft Source Unit Floor Plan
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 17 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Attached (Townhouse/Rowhouse/Duplex)
Listing Type
Leased
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
875 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
3

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
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Basement:
Laundry: Common Area, In Building, In Unit, Dryer Hookups in Unit, Washer Hookups in Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Structure Type:
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Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
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Sewer:
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Exterior & Lot

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Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features:
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
Advent School
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
St. John Elementary School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.6 mi | #47 of 352 | Score: 57.5
Improved 3 spots from last year
-0.7 below state avg
779 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
The Learning Project
0.9 mi
Grades K-06
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
1.2 mi | #593 of 825 | Score: 41.1
Dropped 185 spots from last year
-17.1 below state avg
315 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
1.2 mi | #86 of 352 | Score: 50.9
Improved 3 spots from last year
-7.3 below state avg
544 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.3 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
1.3 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
78 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.0 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.0 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
3.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.5 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.8 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
8.1 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Edwards Middle
1.3 mi
UP Academy
2.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.9 mi | #279 of 346 | Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
1.1 mi
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
1.4 mi | #319 of 346 | Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.4 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
2.0 mi | #300 of 346 | Score: 38.2
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
1,181 students Moderate
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.5 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.5 mi | #20 of 346 | Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.5 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.1 mi | #20 of 25 | Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.3 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

Beacon Hill

17 Bowdoin St, Boston MA 02114

Boston, MA 02114

Listing Information

Listing Agent Witter & Witter Boston / Cape Cod Connection
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID TM315041
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Aug 7, 2026 7:54 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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