$642,500
SOLD JUL 16, 2025

309 Emerson St Unit 16 Boston, MA 02127

South Boston Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
715 Sq Ft
$449/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$899 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No Units Above
  • Elevator
  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Bamboo Flooring
  • Intercom
  • 4-minute walk to Medal Of Honor Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

Impressive Penthouse with Unmatched Skyline Views! Prepare to be wowed by this exceptional 1-bedroom corner penthouse in lauded City Point, perched on the 5th floor of a well-maintained elevator building. Flooded with natural light and offering panoramic vistas of Boston from every window, this large sun-splashed 1-bed blends historic charm w/ modern sophistication. The open-concept layout features gleaming bamboo-style hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, recessed lighting, and central air. A sleek, modern kitchen is complemented by in-unit laundry, while the bedroom boasts $8,000 in custom closets. Additional perks include deeded basement storage—ideal for seasonal items or extra belongings. Located in a professionally managed building with strong financial reserves, and perfectly positioned on a charming stretch of Emerson Street between L and M, you're just steps from East Broadway, public transit, and a leisurely stroll to the beach. This remarkable penthouse truly checks every box!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Nelson

Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood Listed on: 05/07/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood

Last Buyer's Agent

Frank Celeste

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,498

Year Built

  • Built in 1887

Lot Details

  • No Units Above

HOA Fees

  • $449 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 715 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Intercom
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Bamboo
  • Wood

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Central Air
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:06 P:02576 S:016,3942114

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, gas, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, trash, reserve funds
  • 16 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,498

Year Built

Built in 1887

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$449 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1887
  • Buyer Agency: 2
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 5
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Bamboo
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 715
  • Living Area: 715
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 907.69
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 898.6
  • MAIN SO: BB5918

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s), Storage
  • Association Fee: 449
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 16
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - On Site

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Trash, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:06 P:02576 S:016,3942114
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Area: 0.02
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 715
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • PAGE: 10

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7498
  • Tax Book Number: 60051

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 16
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 11, 2018
Closed on
Aug 20, 2018
Sold by
Naughton Patrick
Bought by
Baggett Gregory T
Seller's Agent
Scott Nelson
Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
Buyer's Agent
Jaine Donelan
JW Brokerage
List Price
$535,000
Sold Price
$545,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
1.87%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.29%
Original Mortgage
$490,500
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 17, 2015
Closed on
Aug 6, 2015
Sold by
Murphy John P
Bought by
Naughton Patrick
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Chubb
Real Broker MA, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jeffrey Chubb
Real Broker MA, LLC
List Price
$449,617
Sold Price
$445,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,617
-1.03%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.90%
Original Mortgage
$400,500
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2007
Sold by
Robinson Robert
Bought by
Murphy John P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$261,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2004
Sold by
Sheehan Patricia A and Mullen Patricia S
Bought by
Robinson Robert

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$41,600
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1995
Sold by
Berberan Jo-Anne
Bought by
Carraas John J and Carras Ruth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Interest Rate
7.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Not Resolvable $545,000 --
Not Resolvable $445,000 --
Deed $261,000 --
Deed $277,500 --
Deed $85,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $483,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $484,500 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $487,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $490,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $391,300 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $397,400 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $400,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $246,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $30,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $261,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $64,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $41,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $222,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $60,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Sold $642,500 -1.0% $899 / Sq Ft
06/05/2025 06/05/25 Pending -- -- --
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Price Changed $649,000 -3.0% $908 / Sq Ft
05/07/2025 05/07/25 For Sale $669,000 +22.8% $936 / Sq Ft
08/20/2018 08/20/18 Sold $545,000 +1.9% $762 / Sq Ft
07/20/2018 07/20/18 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2018 07/11/18 For Sale $535,000 +20.2% $748 / Sq Ft
08/06/2015 08/06/15 Sold $445,000 -1.0% $622 / Sq Ft
06/26/2015 06/26/15 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2015 06/17/15 For Sale $449,617 -- $629 / 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 $7,498 $647,500 $0 $647,500
2024 $6,815 $625,200 $0 $625,200
2023 $6,111 $569,000 $0 $569,000
2022 $5,951 $547,000 $0 $547,000
2021 $5,722 $536,300 $0 $536,300
2020 $5,129 $485,700 $0 $485,700
2019 $4,666 $442,700 $0 $442,700
2018 $4,417 $421,500 $0 $421,500
2017 $4,172 $394,000 $0 $394,000
2016 $4,089 $371,700 $0 $371,700
2015 $3,866 $319,200 $0 $319,200
2014 -- $232,900 $0 $232,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73371036

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SBOS-000000-000006-002576-000016