$770,000

257 Northampton St Unit 509 Boston, MA 02118

$9,144
Closing credit¹
1 bed
1 full
833 sqft
$924 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 257 Northampton St Unit 509

Fresh painted. Experience contemporary living in The Modern, a highly sought-after building in South End, bordering Back Bay and The Fenway. This rarely available one-bedroom condo features abundant natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows, blending a loft-like atmosphere with a traditional layout. The spacious living area offers stunning city views, while the full-sized kitchen boasts glossy white cabinets, solid-surface countertops, gas cooking, and a breakfast bar. The ample bathroom includes marble tile and a soaking tub. Enjoy wood flooring throughout, central air, in-unit laundry, and a balcony. The building offers an impressive common roof deck with a gas grill and breathtaking city views. Located just two blocks from public transportation and moments away from everything Boston has to offer.

Highlights

Home typeCondominium
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size833 sqft
Year built2011
MLS #73376227

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 1
  • Exterior: Deck - Roof
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $770,000
  • Price/SqFt: $924
  • Annual Tax Amount: $8,180
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Northampton between Columbus Ave and Tremont St.
  • Year Built: 2011
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 833 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 73376227
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: S&W Consulting Group LLC
  • Office Phone: (617) 893-3405
  • Listing Agent: Yuren Chen

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 30, 2018
Home Sold
$680,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$750,500$8,180
2023$728,300$7,822
2022$693,600$7,546
2021$693,600$7,401

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Blackstone Innovation School

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

380 Shawmut Ave

6

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

885 Washington St

2

Samuel W. Mason Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

150 Norfolk Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $32,895. Residents of Boston, MA typically earn less than $<35k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

52%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

80%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
8%
Married, No Kids
5%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

6%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
60%
18-34 yrs old
27%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • AudiAudi
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • NewsNews
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 257 Northampton St Unit 509

The listing price of 257 Northampton St Unit 509 property is $770,000.

The property 257 Northampton St Unit 509 is a condo located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02118.

Active Listing: 257 Northampton St Unit 509 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 257 Northampton St Unit 509 are: Blackstone Innovation School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Josiah Quincy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Samuel W. Mason Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Orchard Gardens K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Maurice J. Tobin K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), William Mckinley School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), John D. O'Bryant School of Mathematics and Science (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,180 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on March 30, 2018 for $680,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 257 Northampton St Unit 509 has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

The property 257 Northampton St Unit 509 is 833 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 257 Northampton St Unit 509 is 2011.

This home is located at 257 Northampton St Unit 509 in Boston, MA and zip code 02118 in the The Modern neighborhood. This 833 square foot home was built in 2011. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $770,000.

Over 136 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Boston, MA. In the same period over 160 listings were sold below the listed price and 52 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Boston, MA between March and April 2025 increased by 31.8%. Listings spent 47 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $840,482 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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