$679,000
SOLD AUG 27, 2021

159 Cowper St Unit 3 Boston, MA 02128

Harbor View-Orient Heights Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,031 Sq Ft
$280/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$659 Per Sq Ft

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Waterfront
  • Deck
  • No Units Above
  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of August 2021

Why move to the burbs when you can live in HarborView? 159 Cowper Street features 3 delightful 3 bed, 2 bath homes complete with private decks, off street parking, in-unit laundry, additional storage/flex space & fully enclosed yard with petite dog run. This magnificent penthouse features a bright open concept floor plan leading to a 20’ private deck w/unique harbor views & roof rights. A spacious kitchen is embellished w/white granite countertops, shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances & kitchen island for entertaining/workspace. King size master suite boasts 2 bay windows, walk-in-closet, master bath w/marble vanity & walk-in shower. Bedrooms 2 & 3 can accommodate queen size beds. Hardwood flooring, high-efficiency heating & cooling, 27” washer & vented dryer, 1200sf of basement storage. East Boston’s HarborView neighborhood is home to Constitution Beach, walk/bike trails, tennis & handball courts, skating rink, East Boston Yacht Club & Wood Island Station on the Blue Line.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jamie Cholette

Boston Harbor Real Estate Listed on: 06/23/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Tracey Cleversey

Hive Property Group

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,948

Year Built

  • Built in 1905

Lot Details

  • Waterfront
  • Near Conservation Area
  • No Units Above
  • Security Fence
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $280 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 3rd floor
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,031 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Sliding Doors

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • ENERGY STAR Range
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on third floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space
  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Deeded Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Powered By Renewable Energy
  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 4 Cooling Zones
  • 4 Heating Zones
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Internet Available

Additional Features

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment for Heating
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0101093000,1329160

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, reserve funds
  • 3 Units
  • 159 Cowper Street Condominium Community

Amenities

  • Shops
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,948

Year Built

Built in 1905

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$280 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Appliances: Disposal,Microwave,ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher,ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer,Range - ENERGY STAR, Electric Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Third
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 130
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 81
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Third
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 176
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 55
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Third
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Third
  • Bathroom 2 Area: 36
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Kitchen Level: Third
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Deck - Exterior, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer Hookup, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
  • Room Kitchen Area: 180
  • Laundry Features: Third Floor, In Unit, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: Third
  • Room Living Room Area: 112
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
  • Living Area: 1031
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN2195
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 658.58
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 658.58
  • MAIN SO: AC2354

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Security, Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Covered
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Beach Access, Harbor, Ocean, Walk to, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Deeded, Paved, Exclusive Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Cooling: Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Ductless
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 4
  • COOLING ZONES: 4

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Storage
  • Association Fee: 280.15
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Marina, T-Station
  • UNIT BUILDING: 3
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 0101093000,1329160
  • Zoning: 0105
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4356
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • LOT SIZE: 4500
  • PAGE: 48
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9948.08
  • Tax Book Number: 63933

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 3

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/13/2025 09/13/25 Price Changed $674,000 -0.7% $654 / Sq Ft
08/06/2025 08/06/25 Price Changed $679,000 -0.9% $659 / Sq Ft
07/24/2025 07/24/25 Price Changed $685,000 -2.0% $664 / Sq Ft
07/04/2025 07/04/25 Price Changed $699,000 -2.8% $678 / Sq Ft
06/24/2025 06/24/25 For Sale $719,000 +5.9% $697 / Sq Ft
08/27/2021 08/27/21 Sold $679,000 0.0% $659 / Sq Ft
07/06/2021 07/06/21 Pending -- -- --
06/23/2021 06/23/21 For Sale $679,000 -- $659 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $7,632 $659,100 $0 $659,100
2024 $6,551 $601,000 $0 $601,000
2023 $6,386 $594,600 $0 $594,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tracey Cleversey

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Tracey Cleversey

    Hive Property Group

    (617) 780-9613

    1 in this area

    53 Total Sales

    Tracey Cleversey
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  • Jamie Cholette

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Jamie Cholette

    Boston Harbor Real Estate

    (617) 913-2958

    9 in this area

    80 Total Sales

    Jamie Cholette
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72855093

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS W:01 P:01093 S:006

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02128 Harbor View-Orient Heights

159 Cowper St Unit 3, Boston, MA

This home is located at 159 Cowper St Unit 3, Boston, MA 02128 and is currently priced at $679,000, approximately $658 per square foot. This property was built in 1905. 159 Cowper St Unit 3 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Excel Academy East Boston, Brooke Charter Schools East Boston, and East Boston Montessori School.

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