281 W 2nd St, Unit A1

Boston, MA 02127

$599,000
Price
2
Beds
860 Sq. Ft.
$697 / Sq. Ft.
860
Sq. Ft.
$697
per Sq. Ft.
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a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
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a view of a workspace with furniture and wooden floor
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a sink and a refrigerator
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a sink stove and refrigerator
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a spacious bedroom with a bed and window
a bedroom with a bed and a closet
a workspace with furniture and window
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and shower curtain
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Description

Welcome to 281 W 2nd St #A1, a thoughtfully updated 2-bedroom home offering effortless first-floor living in the heart of South Boston. Spanning 860sf this condo features a well-designed layout with excellent flow and two generous bedrooms, providing flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. Recent upgrades include new flooring, fresh paint, soundproofing and the addition of central air and heat, delivering both modern comfort and efficiency. Enjoy access to a shared backyard, ideal for relaxing...Welcome to 281 W 2nd St #A1, a thoughtfully updated 2-bedroom home offering effortless first-floor living in the heart of South Boston. Spanning 860sf this condo features a well-designed layout with excellent flow and two generous bedrooms, providing flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. Recent upgrades include new flooring, fresh paint, soundproofing and the addition of central air and heat, delivering both modern comfort and efficiency. Enjoy access to a shared backyard, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Common laundry is conveniently located in the basement. Perfectly positioned just moments from South Boston’s top restaurants, shops, and public transportation, this home presents a compelling opportunity to own a move-in ready condo in one of the city’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
  1. Listed by Sarah Adler • Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Property Details for 281 West 2nd Street, Unit A1

Town
Boston
MLS Area
South Boston
Area
MA-Boston-South Boston, MA-Boston
Style
Mid-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
.00
Parking Spaces Total
0
LISTING UPDATED: 05/10/2026 04:08 AM

Property Details for 281 West 2nd Street, Unit A1

StatusActive
MLS #73497564
Days on Market41
Taxes$3,806 / year
HOA Fees$244 / month
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1989
CountySuffolk County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston, Sarah Adler
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Building Information for 281 West 2nd Street, Unit A1

Building/Complex281 W 2nd StFloor1Stories1Residences10Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1989

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$3,546 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,985

Property Taxes

$317

HOA Dues

$244

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Property Information for 281 West 2nd Street, Unit A1

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 860.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 10
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • 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
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Waterfront Features: 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach
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, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: 10 units in two buildings - 6 units in Building A where this unit resides. 4 units in Building B.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 0601530012,1408114
  • Assessments: $656,000
  • Book: 63683
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: 0102
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: A1
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0

Property History for 281 West 2nd Street, Unit A1

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 6, 2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73497564

$599,000—
Apr 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73497564

$629,000—
Sep 1, 2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72690578

$514,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/06/2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73497564

$599,000
04/07/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73497564

$629,000
09/01/2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72690578

$514,000

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

Schools near 281 West 2nd Street, Unit A1

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
James F. Condon School
Public - PK to 8
Boston - Boston Collaborative High School
Public - 9 to 12
Excel High School
Public - 9 to 12
Perkins Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
James F. Condon School
PublicPK to 8

Boston - Boston Collaborative High School
Public9 to 12

Excel High School
Public9 to 12

Perkins 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 281 West 2nd Street, Unit A1, Boston, MA 02127

281 West 2nd Street, Unit A1 is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02127. This property was listed for sale on April 7, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston, it's currently listed at $599,000. It has been on the market for a total of 41 days and was last sold on September 1, 2020. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include James F. Condon School, Boston - Boston Collaborative High School and Excel High School. 281 West 2nd Street, Unit A1 is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 860 sqft condo built in 1989.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston, Sarah Adler

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