278 Princeton St, Unit 2

Boston, MA 02128

$415,000
Price
2
Beds
712 Sq. Ft.
$583 / Sq. Ft.
712
Sq. Ft.
$583
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This is a 2-level ONE PLUS BEDROOM home that is loaded with features. The majority of homes this size, at this price, pale in comparison. This is a value in any market. It's tucked away, two levels, and lives even larger than the 712 square feet. Laundry is located in the unit, and you have central A/C. It's fully painted with refinished floors and a newly renovated bathroom. The updated kitchen features stone counters, complementing a cute breakfast nook. 10 minutes to the Blue Line for an easy...This is a 2-level ONE PLUS BEDROOM home that is loaded with features. The majority of homes this size, at this price, pale in comparison. This is a value in any market. It's tucked away, two levels, and lives even larger than the 712 square feet. Laundry is located in the unit, and you have central A/C. It's fully painted with refinished floors and a newly renovated bathroom. The updated kitchen features stone counters, complementing a cute breakfast nook. 10 minutes to the Blue Line for an easy commute to downtown. Birria tacos at Jalisco are moments away. This is vibrant city living. This is East Boston. This home puts you right in the center of it, with less noise from the hustle and bustle as it's in the rear of the complex. New siding. New Windows. New roof. Nothing needed to fix and nothing to fear. Just a smart, flexible layout with additional space to double as office, studio, guest bed, or whatever your modern lifestyle demands. Come see why Eastie is a great value in Boston
  1. Listed by TEAM BRUSIL • Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
  2. Listed by Karina Polanco • Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Property Details for 278 Princeton Street, Unit 2

Town
Boston
MLS Area
East Boston
Area
MA-Boston-East Boston, MA-Boston
Style
Duplex
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
Street
LISTING UPDATED: 02/05/2026 08:04 PM

Property Details for 278 Princeton Street, Unit 2

StatusActive
MLS #73456921
Days on Market79
Taxes$7,812 / year
HOA Fees$159 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1900
CountySuffolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay, TEAM BRUSIL; Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay, Karina Polanco
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Building Information for 278 Princeton Street, Unit 2

Building/Complex278 Princeton StFloor1Stories2Residences2Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1900

Payment Calculator

$2,833 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,023

Property Taxes

$651

HOA Dues

$159

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Property Information for 278 Princeton Street, Unit 2

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Highway Access, Marina, T-Station
  • Living Area: 712.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 2
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Home Office-Separate Entry
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Entry Location: Street
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Structure Type: Duplex
  • Waterfront Features: 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: On Street Permit
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Office Level: Second
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Master Plan, Other (See Remarks)
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Buyer's agent to do their own diligence. Taxes are reflective of the current 2-family property. Will be determined once city reassess.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 1327164
  • Assessments: $674,600
  • Book: 53958
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: Res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 2
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Units Owner Occupied: 1
  • Owner Occupied Source: 1
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 2
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0

Property History for 278 Princeton Street, Unit 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 29, 2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73456921

$415,000—
Jan 10, 2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73456921

$429,000—
Nov 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73456921

$449,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/29/2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73456921

$415,000
01/10/2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73456921

$429,000
11/20/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73456921

$449,000

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Schools near 278 Princeton Street, Unit 2

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Patrick J Kennedy
Public - PK to 6
East Boston High School
Public - 7 to 12
Otis Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Hugh Roe O'Donnell Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Patrick J Kennedy
PublicPK to 6

East Boston High School
Public7 to 12

Otis Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Hugh Roe O'Donnell 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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More information about 278 Princeton Street, Unit 2, Boston, MA 02128

278 Princeton Street, Unit 2 is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02128. This property was listed for sale on November 20, 2025 by Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay, it's currently listed at $415,000. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Patrick J Kennedy, East Boston High School and Otis Elementary School. 278 Princeton Street, Unit 2 is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 712 sqft condo built in 1900.

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