551 Bennington St, East Boston, MA, 02128
About This Home
Excellent Location & Incredible Potential! Property will be delivered Fully Furnished! Don't miss this beautifully remodeled and meticulously maintained home in the heart of East Boston. High ceilings, hardwood floors and an abundance of natural light, the property boasts spacious bedrooms with expansive closets. 2 full and 1 half baths, and private balconies on both levels. The massive basement offers high ceilings, windows, and a walk-out door leading to a large garden. Perfectly situated just blocks from the blue line and Constitution Beach. Move-in ready and a must-see! Can be changed into a large multifamily as the lot runs deep.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian,Antique
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Water Heater,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Wood,Stone / Slate
- Finished area above ground: 1,850
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s),Wall Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,850
- Total interior livable area: 1,850 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1331323
- Zoning: R1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
- Waterfront features: 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach
Lot
- Lot size: 2,612 sqft
- Features: Sloped
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,373 | $52,476 |
| Home Insurance * | $325 | $3,900 |
| Property Taxes | $837 | $10,044 |
| Electricity | $364 | $4,377 |
| Total | $5,899 | $70,788 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-27 | Price change | $865,000 |
| 2026-06-26 | Listed for sale | $890,000 |
| 2001-07-12 | Sold | $187,000 |
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