$699,000

478 Shawmut Ave Unit 8 Boston, MA 02118

$8,301
Closing credit¹
1 bed
1 full
724 sqft
0.02 acres
$965 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 478 Shawmut Ave Unit 8

Fabulous, move-in ready, Southeast facing 4th floor 1 bed near everything: cafe's, great restaurants, shopping, the T, and just a few blocks to Boston Medical Center - absolutely perfect location for Residents & Fellows. You will love the spacious versatile layout, with an ideal balance of open feel & defined spaces. This sunny condo is newly painted, beautiful & ready for a quick, easy move-in. New appliances, in unit washer & dryer, a great walk-in closet, separate dining area, a custom crafted built in desk and a highly functional white kitchen. The generously-sized rooms with good ceiling height are all well proportioned for comfortable city living. Professional managed building with a great roofdeck and extra storage in the basement. High 98 Walk Score: enjoy morning coffee, breakfast & evening dining at Jaho, Flour, Mike's, El Centro, Toro and much more. The Silver Line takes you downtown and the Bike Score is 99! The perfect location for your city home or investment property.

Highlights

Home typeCondominium
HeatingBaseboard
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size724 sqft
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingOn Street
MLS #73358895
ViewCity

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Marble, Parquet
  • Interior: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Total Bedroom Count: 1
  • Parking: On Street
  • View: City
  • Exterior: Deck - Roof, City View(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $699,000
  • Price/SqFt: $965
  • HOA Amount: $317
  • HOA Frequency: Monthly
  • Directions: Btwn W. Concord & Worcester. Park on Shawmut, T Silver Line, #1 Bus (Harvard Sq). BlueBikes nearby.
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 724 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73358895
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
  • Office Phone: (617) 542-0012
  • Listing Agent: The Ivy Team

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Nearby schools

3

Blackstone Innovation School

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

380 Shawmut Ave

6

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

885 Washington St

2

Samuel W. Mason Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 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 $65,899. The most common annual income of people living in Boston, MA is less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

38%
<35k
25%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
11%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

71%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
42%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

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

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 478 Shawmut Ave Unit 8

The listing price of 478 Shawmut Ave Unit 8 property is $699,000.

The property 478 Shawmut Ave Unit 8 is a condo located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02118.

Accepting Backup Offers: 478 Shawmut Ave Unit 8 is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 478 Shawmut Ave Unit 8 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), James Condon K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), William Mckinley School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Quincy Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

The property at 478 Shawmut Ave Unit 8 has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

The property 478 Shawmut Ave Unit 8 is 724 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 478 Shawmut Ave Unit 8 is 1900.

This home is located at 478 Shawmut Ave Unit 8 in Boston, MA and zip code 02118 in the Blackstone / Franklin Square neighborhood. This 724 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $699,000.

While more than 136 listings in Boston, MA in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 52 listings sold at asking price, and more than 160 were sold below. Between March and April 2025, Boston, MA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 31.8%. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $840,482, while the average time on the real estate market was 47 days.

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

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