$1,370,000
SOLD OCT 23, 2024

238 W Canton St Unit 4 Boston, MA 02116

South End Neighborhood
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
890 Sq Ft
$284/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$1,539 Per Sq Ft

10% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 4-minute walk to Prudential Station
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 1-minute walk to Carleton Court Dog Park

About This Home

As of October 2024

Quintessential floor-through unit, one level above parlor, on West Canton w/glowing natural light, high ceilings, 2 decks & a parking space in the best location on the South End/Back Bay border! This rare find occupies the 2nd floor of the end brownstone on the Southwest corridor & enjoys three exposures of windows. Upon entering, you are greeted by a fresh white kitchen wrapped in honed black granite countertops w/ high-end stainless steel appliances, a generous prep island & historic exposed brick.The kitchen connects to the living & dining area which is lit by floor-to-ceiling windows & centered around a fireplace mantle. There is room to accommodate dining for 8 & multiple seating areas. The living areas are serviced by a guest half bath. The primary bedroom is nestled in the quiet rear of the home with a private deck bathed in sunlight, a full en-suite bathroom & two large closets.The second bedroom has abundant custom built-ins, a large closet & an unheard of second deck.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Megan Kopman

Compass Listed on: 09/18/2024

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Megan Kopman

Compass Listed on: 09/18/2024

Compass

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,923

Year Built

  • Built in 1899

HOA Fees

  • $284 Monthly HOA Fees

Interior Spaces

  • 890 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space
  • Deeded Parking

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heating Available

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3363472

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, reserve funds
  • 10 Units

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,923

Year Built

Built in 1899

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$284 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1899
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.5
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 890
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1398.88
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1539.33
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Deeded
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 284.11
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 4
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3363472
  • Zoning: 0102
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 313
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6923.22
  • Tax Book Number: 46632

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 10
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 9

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 18, 2024
Closed on
Oct 23, 2024
Sold by
West Canton Street Rt and Stout
Bought by
Perkins Ashley
Seller's Agent
Megan Kopman
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Megan Kopman
Compass
List Price
$1,245,000
Sold Price
$1,370,000
Premium/Discount to List
$125,000
10.04%
Total Days on Market
5
Views
19
Current Estimated Value
$1,359,078

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$10,922
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.57%
Original Mortgage
$870,000
Outstanding Balance
$865,086
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$498,857

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 2010
Sold by
Alders Erika C and Alders Jamie
Bought by
Stout Natasha K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2007
Sold by
Day Lucinda and Vanderweil Lucinda D
Bought by
Alders Erika C and Alders Jamie M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$507,000
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 2002
Sold by
Paul Gloria
Bought by
Day Lucinda

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $1,370,000 None Available
Condominium Deed $1,370,000 None Available
Deed $650,000 --
Deed $650,000 --
Deed $633,750 --
Deed $633,750 --
Deed $479,100 --
Deed $479,100 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $870,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $870,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $350,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $395,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $417,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $507,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $63,375 No Value Available
Previous Owner $300,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/23/2024 10/23/24 Sold $1,370,000 +10.0% $1,539 / Sq Ft
09/23/2024 09/23/24 Pending -- -- --
09/18/2024 09/18/24 For Sale $1,245,000 -- $1,399 / 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 $11,572 $999,300 $0 $999,300
2024 $10,476 $961,100 $0 $961,100
2023 $10,017 $932,700 $0 $932,700
2022 $9,665 $888,300 $0 $888,300
2021 $9,478 $888,300 $0 $888,300
2020 $8,875 $840,400 $0 $840,400
2019 $8,599 $815,800 $0 $815,800
2018 $8,066 $769,700 $0 $769,700
2017 $7,693 $726,400 $0 $726,400
2016 $7,684 $698,500 $0 $698,500
2015 $8,616 $711,500 $0 $711,500
2014 $8,213 $652,900 $0 $652,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73292008

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000004-000689-000008