NOT LISTED FOR SALE

256 Athens St Unit 3 Boston, MA 02127

South Boston Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $737,365 - $913,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
916 Sq Ft
871 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold July 06, 2017

Last sale price $687,000 $750 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,943/month

22 Days on Market

About This Home

As of July 2017

Sky-high west side penthouse that has it ALL - including the best roof deck on the market AND TWO deeded off-street parking spaces. This unit features a front facing king-sized master bedroom with custom walk-in closet, hardwoods throughout, in-unit laundry and central heat and A/C. The second bedroom is spacious and versatile with great closet space. High ceilings, large living space, surround sound, additional private rear deck and updated kitchen complete with high-end stainless steel appliances, wine cooler and granite counter tops make this home perfect for entertaining. Whether it's watching the game on a Sunday or drinks on the roof deck while watching the 4th of July fireworks. Short walk to Foodie's market, public transportation, retail and restaurants. Massive additional deeded storage in the basement. Easy to show and over 8K in reserves!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sarah Maguire

Compass Listed on: 04/26/2017

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

O'Connor & Highland

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,862

Year Built

1905

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 3
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: 2/3 Family
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1905

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 4
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Intercom, Wired for Surround Sound
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: AC1349
  • Main So: BB5522

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood
  • Beach Ownership: Public

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Off-Street, Tandem, Deeded, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • No Units: 3
  • Unit Building: 3

Fee Information

  • Fee Interval: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: W:06 P:01601 S:006
  • Zoning: 102
  • Acre: 0.02
  • Lot Size: 916.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 26, 2017
Closed on
Jul 6, 2017
Sold by
J & T Bristol Rt
Bought by
Smits Timothy J
Seller's Agent
Sarah Maguire
Compass
Buyer's Agent
O'Connor & Highland
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
List Price
$719,000
Sold Price
$687,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$32,000
-4.45%
Current Estimated Value
$801,591

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$114,591
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.85%
Original Mortgage
$549,600
Outstanding Balance
$457,376
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$344,215

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 24, 2013
Sold by
Graham Johnice R
Bought by
J & T Bristol Rt

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2010
Sold by
Palmer Shane
Bought by
Graham Johnice R

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
4.79%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2004
Sold by
Taylor Neil
Bought by
Palmer Shane and Palmer Patricia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,700
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 2003
Sold by
Frattasio Elizabeth A
Bought by
Taylor Neil

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,000
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Smits Timothy J $687,000 --
J & T Bristol Rt -- --
Graham Johnice R $400,000 --
Palmer Shane $445,500 --
Taylor Neil $339,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smits Timothy J $549,600
Previous Owner Taylor Neil $300,000
Previous Owner Graham Johnice R $300,000
Previous Owner Taylor Neil $333,700
Previous Owner Taylor Neil $322,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/06/2017 07/06/17 Sold $687,000 -1.7% $750 / Sq Ft
05/18/2017 05/18/17 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2017 05/09/17 Price Changed $699,000 -2.8% $763 / Sq Ft
04/26/2017 04/26/17 For Sale $719,000 -- $785 / 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 $8,862 $765,300 $0 $765,300
2024 $7,831 $718,400 $0 $718,400
2023 $7,490 $697,400 $0 $697,400
2022 $7,367 $677,100 $0 $677,100
2021 $7,225 $677,100 $0 $677,100
2020 $6,339 $600,300 $0 $600,300
2019 $5,859 $555,900 $0 $555,900
2018 $5,497 $524,500 $0 $524,500
2017 $4,854 $458,400 $0 $458,400
2016 $4,803 $436,600 $0 $436,600
2015 $5,109 $421,900 $0 $421,900
2014 $4,738 $376,600 $0 $376,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Sarah Maguire

    Compass

    (617) 797-9679

    30 in this area

    47 Total Sales

    Sarah Maguire
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  • O

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    O'Connor & Highland

    Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

    (508) 251-9667

    15 in this area

    214 Total Sales

    O'Connor & Highland
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72153449

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SBOS-000000-000006-001601-000006

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02127 South Boston

256 Athens St Unit 3, Boston, MA

Not Listed for Sale

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