RENTED AUG 24, 2026

478 Shawmut Ave Unit 9 Boston, MA 02118

South End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $672,465

1 Bed
1 Bath
704 Sq Ft
9,999 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 14, 2019

Last sale price $600,000 $852 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,272 / mo

Highlights

  • 9,999 Sq Ft lot
  • Property is near public transit
  • Tennis Courts
  • Deck
  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • Jogging Path

About This Home

As of August 2026

Available now or 9/1. Well laid out top-floor one bedroom. Located in the heart of the South End overlooking tree-lined Shawmut Avenue with stunning Back Bay skyline views. Surrounded by some of the city’s best restaurants, cafés, and boutiques, this home blends classic charm with thoughtful updates throughout. Renovated kitchen with stone counters, stainless appliances, and open flow into the dining and living area. Sun-filled living room features oversized windows, skylight, wood-burning fireplace, and dedicated office nook. Large bedroom easily fits a king bed, and has the rare to find walk in closet. Modern wide plank flooring and renovated tile bath. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, ample storage, extra basement storage, and professionally managed building with a semi private roof deck overlooking the city.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Ramsay Fretz

Leading Edge Real Estate Listed on: 08/06/2026

Last Renter's Agent

Ricky Barua

New Wave Boston Real Estate, LLC

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Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1900 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 9,999

Home Design

  • Entry on the 4th floor

Interior Spaces

  • 704 Sq Ft Home
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating Available

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $3,200
  • Rent includes water, sewer
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3392788

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1900 | Remodeled

Lot Details

9,999 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(12)
  • Available Now: Yes
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: No
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 3200

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Room Dining Room Features: Skylight, Recessed Lighting
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Room Living Room Features: Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 704
  • Living Area: 704
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN4643
  • MAIN SO: AC0155

Exterior Features

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

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path
  • Rent Includes: Water, Sewer
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3392788
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9999
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2019
Closed on
Apr 17, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jacquelyn O'Connor
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Buyer's Agent
Ramsay Fretz
Leading Edge Real Estate
List Price
$609,000
Sold Price
$600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.48%
Current Estimated Value
$672,465

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$72,465
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.58%
Original Mortgage
$485,000
Outstanding Balance
$417,431
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$255,034

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 2, 2015
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$339,000
Interest Rate
3.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 1998
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 1996
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 1988
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$600,000 --
$439,000 --
$325,000 --
$294,500 --
$187,500 --
$112,500 --
$133,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $485,000
Previous Owner $339,000
Closed $257,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/24/2026 08/24/26 Rented $3,200 0.0% --
08/06/2026 08/06/26 For Rent $3,200 0.0% --
05/14/2019 05/14/19 Sold $600,000 -1.5% $852 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/11/2019 03/11/19 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2019 02/25/19 For Sale $609,000 0.0% $865 / Sq Ft
08/13/2014 08/13/14 Rented $2,400 0.0% --
08/13/2014 08/13/14 For Rent $2,400 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History

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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 $6,997 $604,200 $0 $604,200
2024 $6,391 $586,300 $0 $586,300
2023 $6,171 $574,600 $0 $574,600
2022 $6,191 $569,000 $0 $569,000
2021 $5,953 $557,900 $0 $557,900
2020 $6,287 $595,400 $0 $595,400
2019 $6,091 $577,900 $0 $577,900
2018 $5,712 $545,000 $0 $545,000
2017 $5,496 $519,000 $0 $519,000
2016 $5,489 $499,000 $0 $499,000
2015 $5,078 $419,300 $0 $419,300
2014 $4,787 $380,500 $0 $380,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73560085

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000009-000622-000018

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