520 Shawmut Ave, Unit 4

1,257 Sq. Ft.
$994 / Sq. Ft.
1,257
Sq. Ft.
$994
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Set on the top two floors of a classic South End brick rowhouse on a picturesque, tree-lined street, this charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence blends historic charm with inviting living spaces. Several oversized picture windows in every room flood the home with natural light while showcasing open views toward Back Bay and the Prudential center. High ceilings, exposed brick and wooden beams add warmth and architectural charm throughout. The open kitchen and living areas serve as the heart of the...Set on the top two floors of a classic South End brick rowhouse on a picturesque, tree-lined street, this charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence blends historic charm with inviting living spaces. Several oversized picture windows in every room flood the home with natural light while showcasing open views toward Back Bay and the Prudential center. High ceilings, exposed brick and wooden beams add warmth and architectural charm throughout. The open kitchen and living areas serve as the heart of the home featuring a wood-burning fireplace and a cozy seating area beneath the windows... perfect for bright mornings and relaxing evenings. Two generous sized bedrooms, a full bath, half bath and in-unit laundry complete the main level. Your private roof deck offers breathtaking skyline views creating the perfect backdrop for entertaining. Ideally located in the vibrant South End, steps from Toro, Flour, boutique shops, cafés, parks, gardens and galleries.
  1. Listed by Gabrielle Russo • Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Property Details for 520 Shawmut Avenue, Unit 4

Town
Boston
Area
MA-Boston
Style
Rowhouse, Brownstone, Duplex
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
.00
Parking Spaces Total
0
Unit Placement
Top/Penthouse
LISTING UPDATED: 05/16/2026 03:08 AM

Property Details for 520 Shawmut Avenue, Unit 4

StatusActive
MLS #73496960
Days on Market41
Taxes$13,380 / year
HOA Fees$529 / month
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1899
CountySuffolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston, Gabrielle Russo
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Building Information for 520 Shawmut Avenue, Unit 4

Building/Complex520 Shawmut AveFloor4Stories2Residences4Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1899

Payment Calculator

$7,933 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,289

Property Taxes

$1,115

HOA Dues

$529

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Property Information for 520 Shawmut Avenue, Unit 4

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 1257.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 4
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Basement Features: N
  • Common Walls: Top/Penthouse
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Laundry Features: Closet - Linen, Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, City View(s)
  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Deck - Roof
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Structure Type: Rowhouse, Brownstone, Duplex
  • View: City
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: 1 to 2 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: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Electric Baseboard, Electric, Ductless
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 232.069444444
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Half,Closet - Linen,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 18.083333333
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.833333333
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 133.222222222
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom2 Length: 18.166666666
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Bedroom2 Width: 7.333333333
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 14.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - 1/4,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom1 Length: 5.25
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 2.666666666
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 55.5
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom2 Length: 9.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 6.166666666
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 237.680555555
  • Dining Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Room Length: 18.166666666
  • Dining Room Level: Second
  • Dining Room Width: 13.083333333
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 221.520833333
  • Kitchen Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Lighting - Pendant
  • Kitchen Length: 18.083333333
  • Kitchen Level: Second
  • Kitchen Width: 12.25
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 148.75
  • Room Living Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Window Seat
  • Room Living Room Length: 14.166666666
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Living Room Width: 10.5
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans, Other (See Remarks)
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Some images may include AI-enhanced elements for visual marketing purposes. Seller makes no representations or warranties,buyer & buyer’s agent to perform their own due diligence. Plywood on roof deck is for safety due to damaged planks.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:09 P:00848 S:008,4675473
  • Assessments: $1,155,400
  • Book: 54915
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: CD
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 2
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 4
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Units Owner Occupied: 2
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 4
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 4.0

Property History for 520 Shawmut Avenue, Unit 4

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 12, 2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73496960

$1,249,000—
Apr 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73496960

$1,299,000—
Aug 13, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #554448376

$899,000

+10.3% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/12/2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73496960

$1,249,000
04/07/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73496960

$1,299,000
08/13/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #554448376

$899,000

+10.3% / yr

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Public Records for 520 Shawmut Avenue, Unit 4

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$1,155,400Total-
Tax Record2025$13,380 ($1,115 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,257 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,257 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,257 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1899Year Renovated2005ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:09 P:00848 S:008Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 520 Shawmut Avenue, Unit 4

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

Carter School
Public8 to 12

Blackstone Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Orchard Gardens K-8 School
PublicPK to 8

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.

South End
South End
A diverse community with historic charm. A family-friendly and diverse neighborhood within range of the Prudential Center and the Back Bay skyline. Victorian row houses and well-maintained sidewalks lend the community a walkable and engaging vibe.

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520 Shawmut Avenue, Unit 4 is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02118. This property was listed for sale on April 7, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston, it's currently listed at $1,249,000. It has been on the market for a total of 41 days and was last sold on August 13, 2015. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Hurley K-8 School, Carter School and Blackstone Elementary School. 520 Shawmut Avenue, Unit 4 is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,257 sqft condo built in 1899.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston, Gabrielle Russo

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