1,838 Sq. Ft.
$652 / Sq. Ft.
1,838
Sq. Ft.
$652
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this spacious detached single-family home on the highly desirable East Side of South Boston. Just a few blocks from M Street Beach, Castle Island, and the vibrant restaurants and shops along East Broadway, this rare two-story residence offers 4 generous bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a partially finished basement that adds at least 900 square feet of flexible living space, perfect for a home office, gym, or media room. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with a great-sized private patio, ideal for entertaining...Welcome to this spacious detached single-family home on the highly desirable East Side of South Boston. Just a few blocks from M Street Beach, Castle Island, and the vibrant restaurants and shops along East Broadway, this rare two-story residence offers 4 generous bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a partially finished basement that adds at least 900 square feet of flexible living space, perfect for a home office, gym, or media room. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with a great-sized private patio, ideal for entertaining or relaxing after a day by the ocean. A unique opportunity to own a true single-family home in one of South Boston’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Property is rented through August 2026 at $5900. Be the buyer that gives this single the love it needs and call it home! Weather you add finished space in the basement or decide to build up, this single has too much potential to look away.

Listing Agents

  1. Carlisle Group

    Carlisle Group

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    carlislegroup@compass.com

    P: (617)-699-0033

  2. Amy Carlisle

    Amy Carlisle

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    amy.carlisle@compass.com

    P: (617)-699-0033

  3. Maia DaSilva

    Maia DaSilva

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    maia.dasilva@compass.com

    P: (617)-875-7332

  4. Dylan Roast

    Dylan Roast

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    dylan.roast@compass.com

    P: (973)-525-5039

Property Details for 159 N Street

Town
Boston
Area
MA-Boston
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
.00
Parking Spaces Total
0
LISTING UPDATED: 04/10/2026 03:07 AM

Property Details for 159 N Street

StatusActive
MLS #73496468
Days on Market9
Taxes$12,144 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1900
CountySuffolk County
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Building Information for 159 N Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,875 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,050 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,038

Property Taxes

$1,012

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 159 N Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Highway Access, Marina
  • Living Area: 1838.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Partially Finished
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio - Enclosed
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed
  • Lot Description: Gentle Sloping
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Harbor, Ocean, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:06 P:04115 S:000,1411635
  • Assessments: $1,048,700
  • Book: 66949
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 159 N Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73496468

$1,199,000—
Dec 31, 2025

Expired

MLS PIN #73438109

$1,199,000—
Dec 9, 2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73438109

$1,199,000—
Nov 28, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73438109

—
Oct 20, 2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73438109

$1,299,000—
Oct 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73438109

$1,349,000—
Dec 31, 2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72920442

$1,050,000—
Nov 18, 2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72920442

—
Nov 16, 2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72920442

$1,050,000—
Nov 2, 2021

Canceled

MLS PIN #72905586

$1,150,000—
Oct 7, 2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72905586

$1,175,000—
Apr 25, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326762470

$1

-99.3% / yr

Oct 15, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #153685360

$322,500

+8.5% / yr

Oct 15, 2004

Sold

MLS PIN #70010803

$322,500—
Aug 27, 2004

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70010803

—
Aug 27, 2004

Contingent

MLS PIN #70010803

—
Mar 24, 2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70010803

$389,900—
Sep 16, 1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100034630

$130,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/06/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73496468

$1,199,000
12/31/2025

Expired

MLS PIN #73438109

$1,199,000
12/09/2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73438109

$1,199,000
11/28/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73438109

—
10/20/2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73438109

$1,299,000
10/01/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73438109

$1,349,000
12/31/2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72920442

$1,050,000
11/18/2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72920442

—
11/16/2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72920442

$1,050,000
11/02/2021

Canceled

MLS PIN #72905586

$1,150,000
10/07/2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72905586

$1,175,000
04/25/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326762470

$1

-99.3% / yr

10/15/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #153685360

$322,500

+8.5% / yr

10/15/2004

Sold

MLS PIN #70010803

$322,500
08/27/2004

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70010803

—
08/27/2004

Contingent

MLS PIN #70010803

—
03/24/2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70010803

$389,900
09/16/1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100034630

$130,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 159 N Street

Taxable ValueLand$457,700Additions$591,000Total$1,048,700
Tax Record2025$12,144 ($1,012 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,342 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,342 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,875 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningR1CountySUFFOLKAPNSBOS W:06 P:04115 S:000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 159 N Street

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Perry Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

James F. Condon School
PublicPK to 8

Excel High School
Public9 to 12

Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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159 N Street is a single family home for sale in Boston, MA 02127. This property was listed for sale on April 6, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $1,199,000. It has been on the market for a total of 9 days and was last sold on December 31, 2021. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Perry Elementary School, James F. Condon School and Excel High School. 159 N Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 1,838 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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