257 Northampton St # 509, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
$779,000
Est. $5,438/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
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About this home
Freshly painted and move-in ready! Experience contemporary city living at The Modern, a highly sought-after building in Boston’s South End, conveniently located near Back Bay and The Fenway. This rarely available one-bedroom residence features abundant natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows, combining a loft-like feel with a comfortable, traditional layout.The spacious living area offers impressive city views and opens to a private balcony. The full-size kitchen features glossy white cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, gas cooking, and a breakfast bar. The generously sized bathroom is finished with marble tile and a soaking tub.Additional features include wood flooring throughout, central air conditioning, and in-unit laundry. Residents also enjoy a spectacular common roof deck with a gas grill and panoramic city views.Ideally situated just two blocks from public transportation and close to dining, shopping, universities, hospitals, and everything Boston has to offer.Currently rented for $3,500 per month to a tenant-at-will, offering an excellent opportunity for investors or future owner-occupants.
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Property History
Market Insights
99.6%
Price Range
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Oct 6, 2026
$779,000
Original listing
Agent: Yuren Chen
Office: S&W Consulting Group LLC
Previous Transaction - MLS #73396049
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Aug 15, 2025
$3,500
MLS #73396049
Previous Transaction - MLS #72287210
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Mar 30, 2018
$680,000
MLS #72287210
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $779,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 08/15/2025 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $3,500 | - | - | MLS #73396049 |
| 03/30/2018 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $680,000 | - | - | MLS #72287210 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,251 | $750,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,251
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$611
Per month
Assessed Value
$750,500
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2011
Living Area
833 sq ft
Stories
1
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Deck - Roof
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,251
Assessed Value
$750,500
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$611
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
509
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2011
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
833 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
5
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2011
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
Hurley K-8 School
0.2 mi
|
#259 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.3 mi
|
#766 of 825
|
Score: 31.2
Improved 35 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
201 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#808 of 825
|
Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.5 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
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.7 mi
|
#325 of 352
|
Score: 28.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
716 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-06
F
Tobin K-8 School
1.0 mi
|
#344 of 352
|
Score: 24.6
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
355 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kids Are People School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-12
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.0 mi
|
#149 of 346
|
Score: 56.4
Improved 166 spots from last year
-1.9 below state avg
1,376 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
The Learning Project
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.3 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
1.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
1.7 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.0 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
Mother Caroline Academy
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.2 mi
Epiphany School
3.3 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.4 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
Timilty Middle
0.8 mi
UP Academy
1.7 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.7 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
Newman School
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.9 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.0 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
C
Quincy Upper School
1.1 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.6 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
Meridian Academy
2.2 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.5 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
D
English High School
2.7 mi
|
#328 of 346
|
Score: 28.9
Improved 30 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
653 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
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257 Northampton St # 509, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Yuren Chen
Listing Office
S&W Consulting Group LLC
Office Phone
617-893-3405
Agent MLS ID
CN211614
Office MLS ID
AN4817
Listing Data Updated
Oct 5, 2026 11:26 PM EDT
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