38-40 St Botolph St, Unit 5

Boston, MA 02116

$549,000
Price
1
Bed
394 Sq. Ft.
$1,393 / Sq. Ft.
394
Sq. Ft.
$1,393
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Rare opportunity to purchase a turn-key unit in the beloved Saint Botolph neighborhood, a coveted enclave for Bostonians who want to live in the heart of it all. Nestled between Back Bay and the South End, this area is prized for its convenient location and quaint, residential charm. Enjoy a wide array of restaurants within blocks, easy access to the shops at the Prudential Center and Lifetime Fitness, both Orange and Green Line T stations, and the Southwest Corridor Park. Located on the 2nd floor...Rare opportunity to purchase a turn-key unit in the beloved Saint Botolph neighborhood, a coveted enclave for Bostonians who want to live in the heart of it all. Nestled between Back Bay and the South End, this area is prized for its convenient location and quaint, residential charm. Enjoy a wide array of restaurants within blocks, easy access to the shops at the Prudential Center and Lifetime Fitness, both Orange and Green Line T stations, and the Southwest Corridor Park. Located on the 2nd floor of a professionally managed elevator building, this unit overlooks quiet Harcourt Street and features an efficient layout. Freshly painted and move-in ready, with high ceilings, large windows, plantation shutters, a queen-sized bedroom, and stainless and granite in the kitchen. With a low condo fee that includes heat and hot water, and a well maintained building, this unit is ideal for an owner-occupant, investor, or pied-à-terre. Available now- don't miss it!
  1. Listed by Elizabeth Crowley • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Property Details for 38-40 St Botolph Street, Unit 5

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Back Bay
Area
MA-Boston-Back Bay, MA-Boston
Style
Mid-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
.00
Parking Spaces Total
0
Unit Placement
Middle
LISTING UPDATED: 06/30/2026 06:43 PM

Property Details for 38-40 St Botolph Street, Unit 5

StatusActive
MLS #73521366
Days on Market46
Taxes$6,045 / year
HOA Fees$338 / month
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1925
CountySuffolk County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, Elizabeth Crowley
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Building Information for 38-40 St Botolph Street, Unit 5

Building/Complex40 St. Botolph St CondominiumFloor2Stories1Residences40Pet PolicyNot AllowedPet Policy DetailsPets Not AllowedYear Built1925

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$3,577 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,736

Property Taxes

$504

HOA Dues

$338

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Property Information for 38-40 St Botolph Street, Unit 5

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s)
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station
  • Living Area: 394.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 40
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • Basement Features: N
  • Common Walls: Middle
  • 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
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: $200 move in fee. No pets allowed. 6 months minimum leases.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:04 P:00968 S:016,3344583
  • Assessments: $522,000
  • Book: 44551
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: CD
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 1
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
  • Complex Name: 40 St. Botolph St Condominium
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Units Owner Occupied: 16
  • Owner Occupied Source: Owner
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 5
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 2.0

Property History for 38-40 St Botolph Street, Unit 5

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73521366

$549,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/19/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73521366

$549,000

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

Public Records for 38-40 St Botolph Street, Unit 5

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$502,300Total-
Tax Record2024$5,475 ($456 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt394 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt394 SqFtStories1Lot Size394 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1925Year Renovated1987ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:04 P:00968 S:016

Schools near 38-40 St Botolph Street, Unit 5

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mel H King Elementary
Public - 1 to 12
Snowden Int'L High School
Public - 9 to 12
Carter School
Public - 8 to 12
Blackstone Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Mel H King Elementary
Public1 to 12

Snowden Int'L High School
Public9 to 12

Carter School
Public8 to 12

Blackstone 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 38-40 St Botolph Street, Unit 5, Boston, MA 02116

38-40 St Botolph Street, Unit 5 is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02116. This property was listed for sale on May 19, 2026 by William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, it's currently listed at $549,000. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Mel H King Elementary, Snowden Int'L High School and Carter School. 38-40 St Botolph Street, Unit 5 is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 394 sqft condo built in 1925.

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