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501 Shawmut Ave #3, Boston, MA, 02118

1beds
1baths
835sqft
$849,000
$1,017price/sqft
$5,566/moest. monthly cost
$222,640/yrincome needed

About This Home

Bright, spacious 1+ bedroom front-to-back flat in a classic bow-front brownstone on a tree-lined street in the historic South End. Located just one flight up with city views, this home features an expansive open layout with high ceilings and a large living and dining area ideal for entertaining or everyday living. The primary bedroom offers a custom walk-in closet, while a versatile bonus room works perfectly as a guest room, home office, or nursery. A welcoming entry hallway with a generous storage closet adds everyday convenience. Rich in character and charm, the residence blends timeless architecture with modern livability. Additional highlights include plans for a private deck off the living room, potential to add in-unit washer/dryer, common storage, free laundry, and strong association reserves. Just steps to top restaurants, cafés, shops, and Blackstone Square Park designed by Charles Bulfinch—classic South End living at its best!

Getting Around

96
WalkingWalker's Paradise
91
TransitRider's Paradise
98
BikeBiker's Paradise

Schools

6/10
Hurley K-8 SchoolGrades PK-80.0 mi
--
Carter SchoolGrades 7-120.4 mi
3/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1900

Type & Style

  • Home type: Condo
  • Property subType: Condominium,Rowhouse

Interior

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes

Bedroom2

  • Level: First

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: First

Features

  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area above ground: 835

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Baseboard
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 835
  • Total interior livable area: 835 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Level: First

Master Bedroom

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: W:09 P:00663 S:006,3392821
  • Zoning: CD

Lot

  • Lot size: 835 sqft

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

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties

Hurricane

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $4,293$51,516
Home Insurance *$104$1,248
Property Taxes $815$9,780
Electricity $354$4,259
Total$5,566$66,792
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$190,834/yr
40% on housing$166,980/yr
45% on housing$148,426/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 213,928Commercial: 230
Total Premiums$400.85M
Total Exposure$115.57B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.3%
7.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.5%
-0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$1,017This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 02118$798
Suffolk County$575

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 02118$941
Suffolk County$453

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

DateEventPrice
2026-05-06Price change$869,000
2026-04-22Listed for sale$899,900
2020-01-31Sold$770,000
2019-12-20Pending sale$774,000
2019-12-13Listed for sale$774,000
2019-04-16Listing removed$799,000
2019-03-25Price change$799,000
2019-02-28Listed for sale$829,000
2015-07-01Sold$605,000
2015-05-30Pending sale$575,000
2015-05-26Price change$575,000
2015-05-07Listed for sale$595,000
2000-09-29Sold$286,500
1995-02-01Sold$118,000
1988-10-05Sold$134,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMichelle Robichaud
BrokerageColdwell Banker Realty - Boston

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