26 Union Park #5, Boston, MA, 02118
About This Home
Rare opportunity to make this spectacular fountain facing Union Park penthouse your next home! in the South End's "8 Streets" area, this jaw-dropping Union penthouse fits the definition of “picture-perfect”. This unit has the unmistakable charm of a South End brownstone, featuring lofted ceilings, exposed brick, two levels connected by a spiral staircase, floor through views and a stunning private roof deck. Enjoy the extra office nook, gas fireplace, and hardwood floors. The stunning open kitchen is a centerpiece of the sun-drenched living/dining area with a breakfast bar, marble counters, built-ins, Jen-air stove and double wide fridge. The lofted henhouse is surrounded by windows, smart storage and access to your private roof deck with city views. Other features include laundry in unit, A/C via mini-split, built-in storage throughout, a pristine, professionally managed 5-unit building. This is truly a one-of-a
Getting Around
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1870
Materials
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condominium,Rowhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer
- Laundry features: In Unit
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 1,132
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Ductless
- Cooling features: Ductless
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,132
- Total interior livable area: 1,132 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: W:03 P:06939 S:010,3390115
- Zoning: CD
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof
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
- 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 | $7,074 | $84,888 |
| Home Insurance * | $171 | $2,052 |
| Property Taxes | $1,343 | $16,116 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $8,942 | $107,304 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-14 | Price change | $1,399,000 |
| 2026-05-07 | Listed for sale | $1,435,000 |
| 2026-04-29 | Contingent | $1,435,000 |
| 2026-04-21 | Listed for sale | $1,435,000 |
| 2024-08-30 | Listing removed | $5,000 |
| 2024-08-23 | Listed for rent | $5,000 |
| 2024-06-10 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-05-31 | Listed for rent | $5,200 |
| 2023-09-02 | Listing removed | $1,599,000 |
| 2023-04-26 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000 |
| 2022-08-02 | Listing removed | $1,649,000 |
| 2022-07-20 | Price change | $1,649,000 |
| 2022-07-14 | Listed for sale | $1,699,000 |
| 2021-04-28 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-04-26 | Listed for rent | $3,500 |
| 2004-04-15 | Sold | $520,000 |
| 1998-06-01 | Sold | $300,000 |
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