$890,421
SOLD MAR 5, 2018

778 E 5th St Unit 2 Boston, MA 02127

South Boston Neighborhood
2 Beds
3 Baths
1,377 Sq Ft
1,307 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$647 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

About This Home

As of March 2018

Beautifully renovated 2 bed + 2.5 bath bi-level condominium with private roofdeck, water views and garage parking. Enjoy open concept living with sophisticated finishes and the latest smart home technology including radiant floor heating, smart locks, video intercom, LED lighting, nest thermostats, white oak flooring, custom laundry area, gas fireplace and built-in Sonos speakers in every room! The main living level offers an open living/dining/kitchen which is perfect for entertaining. The chef's kitchen features an oversized island, gas cooking, Teak wood open shelving, full height pantry, Jennair Pro Style stainless appliances, Silestone countertops with marble backsplash. Both the master bedroom and guest bedroom have their own ensuite bath and custom walk-in closets. Situated blocks to the beach in one of South Boston's best locations, this condo truly has it all!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marc Savatsky

Choose Boston, LLC Listed on: 10/25/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Frank Celeste

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,405

Year Built

2016

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 2
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Duplex
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: Yes
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 2016

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: No
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Energy: Insulated Windows, Insulated Doors
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Insulation: Full, Spray Foam
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, Intercom, Finish - Sheetrock, Wired for Surround Sound
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • No Living Levels: 2
  • Main Lo: NB5080
  • Main So: BB5918

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck - Roof
  • Beach Ownership: Public
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Detached, Storage, Deeded
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tankless
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Master Insurance, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
  • Association Security: TV Monitor
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • No Units: 2
  • Unit Building: 2

Fee Information

  • Fee Interval: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0604231004
  • Acre: 0.03
  • Lot Size: 1159.00

Multi Family

  • Waterview: Bay, Harbor

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2025
Sold by
Band James H
Bought by
Pickering Melissa and Nicolajsen Hans P
Current Estimated Value
$1,122,055

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$868,000
Outstanding Balance
$867,281
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$221,585

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 25, 2017
Closed on
Mar 5, 2018
Sold by
Savatsky Marc C and Franco Jessie
Bought by
Guy-Band James H
Seller's Agent
Marc Savatsky
Choose Boston, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Frank Celeste
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$939,000
Sold Price
$890,421
Premium/Discount to List
-$48,579
-5.17%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.70%
Original Mortgage
$667,816
Interest Rate
4.04%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $1,085,000 None Available
Condominium Deed $1,085,000 None Available
Not Resolvable $890,421 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $868,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $868,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $628,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $667,816 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/07/2021 01/07/21 Rented $3,800 0.0% --
12/28/2020 12/28/20 Under Contract -- -- --
12/17/2020 12/17/20 For Rent $3,800 0.0% --
03/05/2018 03/05/18 Sold $890,421 -5.2% $647 / Sq Ft
10/31/2017 10/31/17 Pending -- -- --
10/25/2017 10/25/17 For Sale $939,000 -- $682 / 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 $11,405 $984,900 $0 $984,900
2024 $10,721 $983,600 $0 $983,600
2023 $11,129 $1,036,200 $0 $1,036,200
2022 $10,838 $996,100 $0 $996,100
2021 $10,420 $976,600 $0 $976,600
2020 $9,553 $904,600 $0 $904,600
2019 $8,914 $845,700 $0 $845,700
2018 $8,438 $805,200 $0 $805,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Frank Celeste

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Frank Celeste

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 872-3227

    73 in this area

    480 Total Sales

    Frank Celeste
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  • Jared Kurker

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Jared Kurker

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (508) 776-9264

    2 in this area

    14 Total Sales

    Jared Kurker
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  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Non Member

    Non Member Office

  • Marc Savatsky

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Marc Savatsky

    Choose Boston, LLC

    (617) 388-9336

    11 Total Sales

    Marc Savatsky
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72247411

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: 0604231004

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02127 South Boston

778 E 5th St Unit 2, Boston, MA

This home is located at 778 E 5th St Unit 2, Boston, MA 02127 and is currently priced at $890,421, approximately $646 per square foot. This property was built in 2016. 778 E 5th St Unit 2 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including South Boston Catholic Academy, Gate of Heaven Elementary School, and St Peter Academy.

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